Since 1873, Texas Christian University has shaped leaders of action and impact. Now it's time to commemorate our past, shape our future and to show the world what Horned Frogs can do when we're empowered to Lead On — together.
In January, TCU’s 150th Anniversary officially kicks off with a week of Texas-sized opening events on campus for all Horned Frogs, friends and family to take part. Mark your calendars now and plan to join us for a week of purple pride and celebration. Check the TCU online calendar for details and updates.
College of Fine Arts Presents: A Sesquicentennial Fine Arts Spectrum
Monday, Jan. 23
The College of Fine Arts will host A Sesquicentennial Spectrum to creatively celebrate the past, present and future of TCU. The performances in the Van Cliburn Concert Hall at TCU will include music, theatre and dance, as well as highlights from design, art and fashion merchandising. Beforehand, a Special Exhibition in the Moudy Gallery curated by first-year art history graduate students will feature work from the Dickinson’s collection, alumni and generous supporters of TCU, and the Fine Arts Building will host a curated lighting display by the Department of Design and a fashion exhibit by the Department of Fashion Merchandising.
Immersive TCU Experience
Tuesday, Jan. 24 – Thursday, Jan. 26
BLUU Auditorium
The Story of Us: An Immersive TCU Experience will be a walkthrough of all things TCU inside the BLUU ballroom. It will showcase TCU’s past and present through immersive video content, sound and physical artifacts. All Horned Frogs are invited to take part in this experience, which will also be open to the public. Open hours for the experience will be announced soon.
150th Drone Display
Tuesday, Jan. 24
TCU Campus
Get your cameras ready as more than 200 drones will fly over campus, creating a spectacle in itself during the evening 150th Drone Display. The best viewing locations will be on the Campus Commons or the Schollmaier Arena lawn.
Horned Frogs Basketball
Tuesday, Jan. 24 – TCU Men’s BB vs. University of Oklahoma
Wednesday, January 25 – TCU Women’s BB vs. Iowa State
Cheer on your TCU men’s and women’s basketball teams in Schollmaier Arena for anniversary-edition games during our 150th kick off week. Visit GoFrogs.com for details and ticket purchase opportunities.
TCU Night at the Rodeo
Thursday, Jan. 26
Dickies Arena
This special TCU Night at the Rodeo will host Horned Frogs at the city’s iconic Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo with discount tickets and, undoubtedly, a lot of purple. TCU students, faculty and staff will be able to purchase half price tickets to the rodeo, and anyone wearing TCU branded items will have free access to the Stock Show grounds.
Rec Center Celebration
Friday, Jan. 27
TCU Rec Center
Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of TCU’s University Recreation Center with various activities, including sports competitions, stress reduction activities, fitness classes, a polar plunge and more. Enjoy food, fun and party favors as the TCU Rec celebrates 20 years and helps kick off TCU’s 150th.
New Walking Tour of TCU
January – December 2023
A historical walking tour around campus will launch during the January 2023 opening week, featuring various landmarks across the TCU campus with an audio recording. Signs with QR codes will be placed around campus and Horned Frogs will scan the code for a link to listen to an audio recording about the building or landmark.
Light Fort Worth Purple
Jan. 23-29
TCU invites fans, residents and even buildings and sculptures in downtown Fort Worth to “Go Purple” for the week of Jan. 23-29, 2023. If you don’t already have purple holiday lights, now is the time to stock up. Be ready to plug in and get your cameras ready!
Connecting as a Community
Horned Frogs know how to connect as a community and celebrate our achievements – so be on the lookout for additional ways to connect and engage during the 150th kickoff week. Have a question about how your organization or department can participate? Email the 150th Planning Committees at 150@tcu.edu.
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