Commemorative Poster Competition

October/November 2004

The 250th Anniversary Celebration Commission Arts and Culture Sub-Committee will sponsor a commemorative poster competition among local students and professional artists.

Photography/Drawing Calendar Competition

October/November 2004

The 250th Anniversary Celebration Commission Arts and Culture Sub-Committee will sponsor a photography/drawing competition among local students and professional artists.

Inaugural Ceremony

January 16, 2004

The Inaugural Ceremony will be held at the Laredo Entertainment Center and include presentations by the Laredo Philharmonic Chorale, local mariachi groups and 250 school children.

Float Entry in WBCA Parades

February 17 and 19, 2004

This historical-themed float will appear in both WBCA parades. Float participants will be handing out flyers with the celebration's schedule of events. PARD will oversee this project.

History Fairs at Local Schools

February - December 2005

The 250th Anniversary Celebration Commission will approach school principals from September - December 2004 and encourage them to hold history fairs during 2005.

Traveling Exhibit South Texas Tour

February - December 2005

The Webb County Heritage Foundation will prepare two traveling exhibits that will be on tour in South Texas. The exhibit will include historical and current information about Laredo.

Dinner Gala Honoring Sanchez Descendants

May 2005

The Webb County Heritage Foundation will sponsor a gala honoring Tomás Sanchez descendants. The foundation will be responsible for costs associated with the dinner.

Founders' Day Parade

Saturday, May 14, 2005

The historical-themed Founders' Day Parade will be held in downtown Laredo. All schools will be encouraged to participate. The Webb County Heritage Foundation will oversee this event.

Founders' Day Historical Play

Sunday, May 15, 2005

A local theatrical production company has shown interest in mounting a reenactment focusing on Laredo's founding fathers. The Webb County Heritage Foundation will oversee this event.

7 Flags - 7 Cultures Festival

July 1-2, 2005

The two-day event will be held at the Laredo Civic Center grounds and the theme will focus on the seven flags and cultures that once ruled Laredo. Food and entertainment and fireworks will be available.