Katy Heritage Society

06/12/2026

06/09/2026

The City of Katy Fussell Senior Center honored longtime Katy Heritage Society founding member and dedicated board member Marilyn Frishman on Monday as the 2025-26 Senior Volunteer of the Year. Marilyn’s decades of service, leadership, and commitment to preserving Katy’s history have made a lasting impact on our community.

The celebration included remarks from District 132 State Representative Mike Schofield and was followed by a proclamation presented during the Katy City Council meeting in recognition of her extraordinary contributions.

Marilyn has been an integral part of the Katy Heritage Society since its founding in 1979, serving in numerous leadership roles and helping preserve the stories, landmarks, and traditions that make Katy unique. Her passion for our community, generous spirit, and tireless volunteerism continue to inspire all who know her.

Congratulations, Marilyn, on this well-deserved honor. The Katy Heritage Society is proud to celebrate your legacy of service and the countless ways you have enriched our community. ❤️

06/06/2026

🚂❤️ A Heartfelt Thank You to The Dryer

The Katy Heritage Society would like to extend our sincere gratitude to The Dryer and everyone who has supported its mission through train rides and community events.

Recently, The Dryer presented the Katy Heritage Society with a donation of more than $600, generated through a remarkable initiative that donates $1 from every train ride back to our nonprofit organization. This contribution is a wonderful example of how preserving history and creating new memories can work hand in hand.

These funds will be directed toward the restoration of the Humble Mess Hall, an important preservation project that holds special meaning for our organization. The restoration will serve as a tribute to our dear friend and longtime board member, Linda Mikeska, whose passion for local history helped shape many of the preservation efforts we enjoy today. Linda had a special appreciation for the Katy Gas Plant and was a tireless advocate for preserving the stories, places, and people that make Katy unique.

The Historic Cardiff Rice Dryer has become more than a landmark—it is a place where families gather, children experience history firsthand, and our community connects with its roots. Through initiatives like the train rides, visitors are not only creating lasting memories but also directly supporting the preservation of Katy’s historic treasures.

Thank you to The Dryer, its volunteers, supporters, and every passenger who has purchased a train ticket. Your support helps ensure that Katy’s history continues to be preserved, shared, and celebrated for generations to come.

The Dryer

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06/06/2026

Happy first weekend in June. Come by and visit us at the park! Our houses will be open for tours from 12 to 4, Saturday and Sunday. Donations are appreciated.

05/26/2026

May we hold today's election with the same dedication and respect for voters that Linda Mikeska demonstrated throughout her years of service.

05/22/2026

It is with great sadness, we announce we have lost a member of the Katy Heritage Society family. After a brief illness Linda Mikeska has passed away. Linda was a longtime member of the Society. Linda was a valuable volunteer and dedicated to the preservation of Katy history. She served the Society as a past docent, past president, vice-president, and board member. She also served for many years on the Katy Heritage Park Board. Her service will be on June 3 at the Bolin Chapel at Katy's First Baptist Church. Visitation will begin at 2 PM, Funeral will begin at 3 PM. Graveside will be at Memorial Oaks Cemetery in Houston. Please keep the family in your prayers and may Linda's memory be a blessing.