Summer Camp Series - Knitting
Join us for the second Saturday of our summer camp programming! Learn the heritage skill of Knitting from the local legend Spike Gillespie.
Emmanuel Stance: A Fort McKavett Hero
Learn about the first Buffalo Soldier to be awarded the Medal of Honor during his service at Fort McKavett!
Bison: The One Stop Shop
What would we do without Walmart? Come learn how the Native Americans accomplished it. Programs at 11:00, 1:00 and 3:00 and are included in the general admission price.
Roots of Refreshment Series: Switchel
Join us at the Levi Jordan Plantation for a demonstration of how to make the historic drink switchel.
On the Plantation Porch
Join us on June 15 at 4:00 pm at the Varner-Hogg Plantation for "On the Plantation Porch." Dr. John Lundberg will present his book, The Texas Lowcountry, and join in a discussion about the importance of his research.
History Under the Star Lecture Series: Gender and the Runaway Scrape with Linda English
The "Runaway Scrape," as it was called, denotes a particularly dire period for the Texas revolutionaries and their families. Elderly men, women, children, and enslaved persons left behind on plantations and small farms responded to the revolution by joining the retreat, essentially "running" for their lives. Drawing from my upcoming book, Running for Your Lives! Gender and the Runaway Scrape, this lecture details the period known as the Runaway Scrape through the lens of gender.
Free Admission for Dads on Father's Day
Enjoy a fun day out with the family and learn about games and gambling in the historic town of San Felipe de Austin!
Cooking in the Kitchen
View a cooking demonstration focusing on higher quality cuts of pork, or purchased foodstuffs, using historic recipes.
Picture Yourself at San Jacinto
You're invited to join us by the main entrance to receive a complimentary instant photograph of yourself or your group in front of the historic monument. Learn about its rich history and explore our pop-up photography gallery showcasing visitors’ photos throughout the years!
Road to Revolution Summer Camp
Road to Revolution Summer Camp at San Felipe de Austin from June 18 – 21. The camp will run from 9 am to 12:30 pm Tuesday through Friday and will be $40 per child. This camp is for kids ages 9 – 13 years old.