Milam County receives Distinguished Service Award from Texas Historical Commission

The Texas Historical Commission awarded a 2023 Distinguished Service Award to the Milam County Historical Commission. 

This annual award recognizes Milam County Historical Commission for their exemplary initiation and execution of comprehensive programs that preserve Texas’ diverse historic and cultural resources. In 2023, statewide County Historical Commissions contributed an impressive 341,463 volunteer hours, translating to an in-kind donation to the state valued at $10,858,524. 

The Texas Historical Commission actively supports over 200 County Historical Commissions through programs and services that preserve Texas’ heritage for the education, enjoyment and economic benefit of present and future generations. 

For more information about Historical Commissions in Texas, visit thc.texas.gov or contact the Outreach Program at (512) 463-9052. 

In Milam County, the Historical Commission is headed by President Holly Jentsch. She, along with all members of our Commission, work tirelessly to give of their time for the good of our County. The purpose of the Milam County Historical Commission is to protect, preserve and promote the history of Milam County. 

The 2023 Distinguished Service Award will be presented to the Milam County Historical Commission in Commissioner’s Court on Monday, July 22, at 10 a.m. at the Milam County Courthouse.