Mapping the Texas Coast & Spanish Imperial Policy | Winter Lecture Series

Kick off our 2026 Winter Lecture Series with a fascinating journey into the early history of the Texas coastline at our first lecture, “Mapping the Texas Coast & Spanish Imperial Policy.” Join us on Monday, January 5th, from 12:00 PM–1:00 PM, for an engaging presentation by Francis X. Galan, Ph.D., who will explore how cartography, coastal knowledge, and Spanish imperial strategy shaped the development and defense of Texas during the Spanish colonial era. Through maps, historical context, and expert insight, this lecture reveals how the Texas coast was not only drawn on paper but carefully planned as part of a global empire. Following the presentation, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a live Q&A session with Dr. Galan. Admission is free, with donations gratefully accepted. Coffee and light refreshments will be provided, thanks to the generous support of H-E-B and Duck Blind Coffee. Join us for the compelling start to our winter series, perfect for history enthusiasts, coastal scholars, and anyone curious about the forces that shaped Texas’s maritime past.