Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Tonkawa, Lipan Apache, and Comanche people were first drawn to what is now Lampasas for its mineral springs and abundant wildlife. The natural splendor later attracted white settlers and visitors seeking cures from the springs' healing waters. Lampasas organized the first Spring Ho Festival in 1972 as a weekend celebration to promote the beauty and benefits of the springs. The annual event soon grew into a week-long tradition honoring the history and community spirit of Lampasas. Activities include the typical pageants and parades, as seen in this 1970s home movie, as well as historical tours, street dances, and outdoor concerts.
Watch the full video at: tinyurl.com/7w3p42r4
Explore the web exhibit, Festival Season, at: bit.ly/4pUGtjE
Contributed to the Texas Moving Image Archive Program by Wallace and Euna Pryor.
#springho #lampasas
Tonkawa, Lipan Apache, and Comanche people were first drawn to what is now Lampasas for its mineral springs and abundant wildlife. The natural splendor later attracted white settlers and visitors seeking cures from the springs' healing waters. Lampasas organized the first Spring Ho Festival in 1972 as a weekend celebration to promote the beauty and benefits of the springs. The annual event soon grew into a week-long tradition honoring the history and community spirit of Lampasas. Activities include the typical pageants and parades, as seen in this 1970s home movie, as well as historical tours, street dances, and outdoor concerts.
Watch the full video at: tinyurl.com/7w3p42r4
Explore the web exhibit, Festival Season, at: bit.ly/4pUGtjE
Contributed to the Texas Moving Image Archive Program by Wallace and Euna Pryor.
#springho #lampasas
