The Cleburne City Council meeting on August 12, 2025, highlighted significant updates regarding the local museum's visitor statistics and financial status. The museum, which operates from February 16 to December 20, reported a total of 37,477 visitors from February to June this year. This figure includes admissions from weekly visitors, weekend events, field trips, classes, and camps.

To track visitor data, the museum has implemented a QR code system that collects information about visitors' locations, including their country and state, as well as hotel accommodations. Notably, the museum has attracted visitors from 36 countries and 42 states, indicating its growing appeal.

The meeting also addressed the museum's financial situation. Currently, two sponsors have fulfilled their financial commitments, while four additional sponsors are expected to contribute. The original funding request was $150,000, but after discussions with financial advisors, the museum plans to repay a loan of $20,000 over the next two years. This adjustment has resulted in a projected deficit of $65,000 after accounting for sponsorships and donations.

Additionally, the museum has plans for new construction, including enclosing a porch on the pavilion and making repairs to the schoolhouse. The council expressed appreciation for the city's partnership with the museum, emphasizing the importance of continued support for its operations and upcoming projects.