McLennan County is full of the richness of history. Whether in its people, places or buildings, this history should be preserved for an eternity for all to enjoy, appreciate and learn from. McLennan County Historical Commission (MCHC) is dedicated to finding and telling the local stories form our history so that future generations can get a glimpse of our past while striving for a rewarding future.

The McLennan County Historical Commission (MCHC), was chartered under Local Government Code, Title 10, Subtitle B, Chapter 318, and Subchapter A. County Historical Commission in 1987, has the duty and responsibility to accomplish these tasks.

MCHC’s chartered purposes are the initiating and conducting of programs suggested by the McLennan County Commissioner’s Court and the Texas Historical Commission for the preservation of the county’s historic cultural resources.

McLennan County, from it's 1850 beginning, is unique within itself. With the county seat being in Waco, the history of the county and it's county seat often seem to blend together in perfect erythematic harmony. If one listens long enough while standing along the Brazos River which runs through downtown, it is said that the hoofs of cattle and horses, and the squeaking of wagon wheels can still be heard crossing the great Suspension Bridge.

With a population of about 245,000, McLennan County has contributed much to the development of Texas. In joint efforts with the County’s Commissioner’s Court, MCHC shall endeavor to show the richness of history while holding the dignity of the county is its highest honor.