JOIN US FOR THE
40th ANNUAL BRAZOS FORUM
Cultural Curiosities:
Stories You Have Likely Never Heard
Friday, October 9th, 2026 | 9:00am – 2:30pm | Mayborn Museum
Explore the surprising stories behind the artifacts housed in Western museums and discover the many ways collections were assembled. Historian Justin M. Jacobs examines the historical context behind today’s debates over cultural restitution.
Take a fascinating journey along America’s most famous street, from its rough-and-tumble past to its role as the symbolic heart of the nation’s capital. Discover the architecture, planning, and personalities that shaped Pennsylvania Avenue over two centuries.
From elegant dining rooms to frozen TV dinners, trace the dramatic evolution of American food culture over the past century. Dr. Allen Pietrobon reveals how major events, government policies, and changing tastes transformed what Americans eat.
* Luncheon Reservations close at 5pm on Sunday, October 4th, 2026 *
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The Brazos Forum, Inc. is a 501(c)(3), non-profit organization supporting its mission of promoting the appreciation of diverse American arts and related subjects, through its program of scholarships to local students and teachers.
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Nationally-known speakers who are recognized experts in their respective fields come to Waco each year to give illustrated presentations on a vast array of themes and topics. Check out our upcoming schedule of presentations!