Thursday, April 1, 2021 - 4:26pm
On March 2, 1836, while the siege at the Alamo raged, 59 elected delegates gathered in Washington, Texas to declare independence, write a new constitution, and elect an interim government. Risking everything, their actions legitimized the Revolution and changed the world forever.
On March 31, 2021 the Washington-on-the-Brazos Historical Foundaton and Washington-on-the-Brazos State...
Friday, February 5, 2021 - 10:50am
2021 is the 185th Anniversary of the Texas Revolution. Step back in time and experience the period of the Texas Republic safely in person or virtually at one of these Texas Historical Commission State Historic Sites. Help stop the spread of COVID-19 by following our health and safety guidelines when planning your visit.
San Felipe de AustinCommemorating the...
Tuesday, January 14, 2020 - 3:28pm
By Andy Rhodes, Managing Editor The Medallion, Photos by Patrick Hughey
Texas’ Republic-era past takes center stage with the Texas Historical Commission’s (THC) recent acquisition of nine state historic sites. The sites’ legislative transfer from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department became official on September 1, 2019, increasing the...
