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Howard Payne University
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Howard Payne University is a private Baptist-affiliated liberal arts university that's been anchoring Brownwood's cultural and academic life since 1889, with a compact campus where red-brick buildings and live oaks create a classic small-college atmosphere. Visitors typically notice the Douglas MacArthur Academy of Freedom, a museum and research center dedicated to American heritage, which draws history enthusiasts beyond the student body.
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Tue, Dec 1 · 7:30 AM – 11:59 PM
HPU Christmas on the Plaza
Howard Payne University
Howard Payne University will welcome the community for its annual Christmas on the Plaza celebration on Tuesday, December 1. This beloved holiday tradition brings students, faculty, staff, and community members together to celebrate the start of the Christmas season with festive lights, holiday activities, and plenty of Christmas cheer. A tradition at HPU since 2003, Christmas on the Plaza offers a special opportunity for the university and Brownwood communities to gather, enjoy fellowship, and celebrate the meaning of the season. Additional details will be announced as they become available.
Tue, Dec 1 · 6:30 – 11:59 PM
HPU Christmas Concert
Howard Payne University
Howard Payne University will welcome the community for its annual Christmas Concert on Tuesday, December 1. The festive evening will fill the campus with the sounds of the season as HPU musicians and performers come together to celebrate Christmas through music. A beloved Brownwood holiday tradition, the concert brings the university and surrounding community together for an evening of seasonal music and celebration. Past performances have featured the HPU Yellow Jacket Band and Concert Choir alongside community musicians. Additional details will be announced as they become available.
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