Czech Heritage Society of Texas Bexar County Chapter

The Czech Heritage Society of Texas Bexar County Chapter, based in Schertz, TX, is dedicated to preserving and promoting Texas Czech heritage through a comprehensive range of cultural programs and educational initiatives. Since its establishment in 1982, the organization has maintained a commitment to fostering knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of Czech ancestry among community members and the general public. The Chapter offers diverse programming including genealogy research support, historical documentation, language instruction, and cultural education that connects descendants of Czech and Slovak immigrants with their heritage. The society organizes multiple annual events designed to celebrate and share Czech traditions with the broader San Antonio area community. These include the Czech-Slovak Heritage Festival held each October, featuring traditional music, authentic cuisine, cultural displays, and genealogy exhibits. Additionally, the Chapter sponsors an annual dance showcasing Texas-Czech bands performing polka and waltz music. Educational outreach extends to local schools through the Tex-Kit program, allowing students to learn about Czech heritage and traditions firsthand. The organization maintains quarterly chapter meetings that combine cultural programming with social gatherings, informal conversational Czech language classes, and special events such as Czech dessert preparation workshops and traditional card game socials. The Chapter also awards two annual scholarships to members and their family members pursuing higher education. Members serve as docents at the Institute of Texan Cultures in downtown San Antonio, where the society has contributed to Czech cultural displays and participates in folklife festivals, ensuring that Texas Czech heritage remains visible and accessible to future generations in the Schertz and greater Bexar County region.