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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Upcoming Events

March 28

Plein Air Painting Spring Meetup

Join us for the second plein air art meetup of the year at the French Legation! The grounds of the French Legation will be open and welcoming Park Art Project members, Plein Air Austin members, and all artists and would be artists to come and...

April 6

Under the Oaks Concert - with Patricia Lorraine and Melissa Engelman

Join us in welcoming music back to the French Legation with the launch of Under the Oaks concert series! Artists Patricia Loraine and Melissa Engleman will provide sets under the Live Oaks of the historic French Legation in tandem with the...

April 20

Under the Oaks Concert

Artists Patricia Loraine and others TBD will provide sets under the Live Oaks of the historic French Legation. The outdoor musical portion of the event is free with gates opening at 5:00 PM and music will begin at 6:00 PM with music to end...

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