French Legation State Historic Site

The front of the main house at the French Legation State Historic Site The front of the visitor center at the French Legation State Historic Site French Legation grounds French Legation Cafe interior Fireplace cooking The front gate of the French Legation State Historic Site The front of the main house at the French Legation State Historic Site A group of people of varying ages seated on an expanse of green rolling lawns with a historic house in the background.

802 San Marcos Street
Austin, TX 78702
Parking lot located at 900 East 9th Street
737-226-1454

frenchlegation@thc.texas.gov

Driving map of the French Legation building

One of the oldest houses in Austin, the French Legation opened in 1841 as a home and diplomatic outpost for the French chargé d’affaires to the Republic of Texas, Alphonse Dubois, after France recognized the Republic of Texas as a sovereign nation. The site tells the story of Texas’ settlement and the growth of one of the capital city’s most vibrant neighborhoods. 

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June 10

Plein air painting demonstration by artist Beryl Kerwick

Join Capitol Art Society artist Beryl Kerwick for this live plein air art demonstration at the French Legation. Beryl will do a demonstration of her technique while explaining her method and the equipment needed for plein air painting.

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June 18

Juneteenth Social Ride presented by Black History Bike Ride

Get on your bikes and ride! The annual Juneteenth Social Ride is here! Presented by our friends at Black History Bike Ride.

Meet at the Texas African American History Memorial (at the Texas Capital, near 11th & Congress) at 6pm on...

June 24

French Legation Farmers' Market

Join us for the first-ever Farmers' Market at the French Legation on Saturday, June 24th from 9:30am to 1:30pm.

We're bringing fresh produce, local vendors, handmade goods and more to the Eastside.

Vendor list coming soon! Stay...

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