Parker County Heritage Society
Open your doors and become part of history this Christmas season. Volunteer your home. We are looking for older homes dated from 1850-1920 which have historical elements. Large or small – we love them all. We do the work- you just need to open your home. The tour is December 12th from 9:30-4:30.
Text 402-850-5560 for more information or if you have a house to share!
The 2026 Candlelight Tour of Homes presented by The Parker County Heritage Society offers Weatherford homeowners a rare opportunity to showcase the beauty, craftsmanship, and stories that make our historic homes treasures of Texas heritage. As America’s 250th Anniversary celebration draws to a close, your home can help tell the story of the people, traditions, and architecture that shaped our community and our nation.
By participating, you are not simply decorating for the holidays — you are preserving history, inspiring visitors, and creating a magical day filled with memories, music, and hometown pride. Guests from across Parker County and beyond will experience the warmth and charm of Weatherford’s historic neighborhoods while celebrating the spirit of Christmas and America’s enduring legacy.
Be part of an unforgettable finale to America’s 250th Anniversary celebration — one historic home, and one timeless story at a time.
Comte Paul de Bresson Stable
The Comte Paul de Bresson Stable is a Rare Glimpse of French Heritage in North Texas. Built in the late 19th century probably by French stone masons who crafted the iconic Parker County Courthouse and United Methodist Church, this stable is the last remaining example of French country architecture in our region. It's stone walls and elegant design uniquely testify to Parker County's international roots and remind us that our area was a crossroads for global commerce and culture even in its early years.
You can help preserve this fascinating part of Parker County history by donating right now through the QR code, or by mail to
de Bresson PCHS fund, PO Box 97, Weatherford, TX 76086
Thank you.
Parker County Heritage Society was established in 1976, it grew out of the Historic Homes of Parker County. Since its inception the Society has encouraged the cause of preservation throughout the County. This goal is reflected in our mission statement which is: advancing preservation of buildings, homes, and sites of historic or architectural significance; promoting the maintenance of documents and records describing the heritage of the County, it's citizens and ancestors; sponsoring civic, educational and cultural activities celebrating the County's history.
Membership is open to all and meetings are held at 7:00 pm on the third Tuesday of each month. Membership is $20 per year.