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At the site of the decisive battle for Texas Independence, the San Jacinto Museum, the San Jacinto Monument and the San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site.

A big thank you to the generous sponsors already supporting our 2026 Fall Fandango, happening October 24, 2026!We are pr...
10/14/2026

A big thank you to the generous sponsors already supporting our 2026 Fall Fandango, happening October 24, 2026!

We are proud to recognize:

• Air Products — Fandango Patron Sponsor
• San Jacinto Descendants — McCormick Sponsor
• Visit Pasadena — McCormick Sponsor
• ITC — Live Music Sponsor
• San Jacinto Chapter DRT — Living History Sponsor
• City of La Porte — Stage Sponsor

Your support helps make this special event possible and supports the San Jacinto Museum & Battlefield Association’s mission to preserve and share Texas history.

Sponsorship opportunities are still available! Learn more at https://apps.sanjacinto-museum.org/special-events?EV=382 or contact Kali Ellis at [email protected].

Join us today for October: SPARK! - Threads of the Revolution: Uniforms October 13thJoin us Tuesday, October 13th for a...
10/13/2026

Join us today for October: SPARK! - Threads of the Revolution: Uniforms October 13th
Join us Tuesday, October 13th for a special look at the colorful world of 1830s uniforms. Participants will create their own paper doll uniform and enjoy the chance to view an actual Texas Revolution military uniform pulled from the collection of the San Jacinto Museum.
SPARK! is a free program for caregivers and loved ones experiencing beginning to mid-stage Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of memory loss. SPARK! programs feature interactive experiences in a welcoming environment. Specially trained museum educators engage participants in lively discussions, artmaking, encountering museum artifacts, and other multi-sensory activities.
Registration is FREE to the public and is required prior to participation. All registrations must be received at least one day in in advance of selected programs.
Space is limited, so register early! Call 281-479-2431.
Have any questions about SPARK, or need specific accommodations at the event? Email [email protected] or call 512-348-3154.

Tales from the Tombstone: Battleground Graveyard ToursDiscover a lesser-known side of the San Jacinto Battleground durin...
10/12/2026

Tales from the Tombstone: Battleground Graveyard Tours
Discover a lesser-known side of the San Jacinto Battleground during Tales from the Tombstone, a special site-wide guided tour exploring historic burial sites located throughout the grounds.
During this two-hour experience, participants will learn about the lives and stories of those laid to rest at San Jacinto while examining the symbolism, iconography, and design of historic gravestones. Hands-on activities will offer a closer look at funerary traditions and the ways grave markers can reveal information about the people, beliefs, and communities of the past.

Dates: October 29 & 30, 2026
Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Check-In: Beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the San Jacinto Museum
Parking & Meeting Location: San Jacinto Monument

Recommended Ages: 12 and older
This program includes discussions of death, battlefield violence, burial customs, and historic funerary practices.

Activity Level: Easy
Participants will travel by van shuttle to two locations within the San Jacinto Battleground. Walking at each stop will be minimal, although some areas may include uneven terrain. Participants must be able to enter and exit the shuttle vehicles at each location. The tour will begin and end at the San Jacinto Monument, with a short walk, including stairs or an accessible ramp, between the museum and parking areas.

Cost:
$20 per person
$15 for San Jacinto Museum members
Space is limited to 15 participants per tour, and advance registration is strongly encouraged.

What to Bring: Wear comfortable clothing and sturdy walking shoes appropriate for outdoor terrain. Bug spray is highly recommended.
Weather Notice: In the event of inclement weather, the tour will be rescheduled.

Thursday Ticket Link: https://apps.sanjacinto-museum.org/special-events?EV=409
Friday Ticket Link: https://apps.sanjacinto-museum.org/special-events?EV=408

For Museum Monday: a glimpse of the Texas Building at the World’s Columbian Exposition, a.k.a. Chicago World’s Fair, of ...
10/12/2026

For Museum Monday: a glimpse of the Texas Building at the World’s Columbian Exposition, a.k.a. Chicago World’s Fair, of 1893, from the official directory to the exhibition. The description: “In the treatment of the design of the Texas Building the architect has not deflected from the history of the Lone Star State, which, from its foundation, has been marked by a Spanish tinge, whose architectural inclination and handsome botanical effects lay down a chain of thought far too beautiful to be forsaken for that of the present day; therefore, the building was designed for colonnades, grounds, fountains, foliage, etc. It contains an assembly room 56 feet square, 28 feet high, provided with art glass skylight in the ceiling, with a mosaic Texas star in the center. The rostrum, ante-rooms, etc., are furnished in the natural woods of Texas. One wing contains rooms for bureau of information, register, messenger, telephone, telegraph, directors, Texas Press rooms, county collective exhibits, etc. The main entrances are through vestibules, flanked on either side by niches and colonnades. The main vestibules terminate in a large auditorium, connecting with the rooms mentioned.”

This Tuesday, join us for October: SPARK! - Threads of the Revolution: Uniforms October 13thJoin us Tuesday, October 13t...
10/11/2026

This Tuesday, join us for October: SPARK! - Threads of the Revolution: Uniforms October 13th
Join us Tuesday, October 13th for a special look at the colorful world of 1830s uniforms. Participants will create their own paper doll uniform and enjoy the chance to view an actual Texas Revolution military uniform pulled from the collection of the San Jacinto Museum.
SPARK! is a free program for caregivers and loved ones experiencing beginning to mid-stage Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of memory loss. SPARK! programs feature interactive experiences in a welcoming environment. Specially trained museum educators engage participants in lively discussions, artmaking, encountering museum artifacts, and other multi-sensory activities.
Registration is FREE to the public and is required prior to participation. All registrations must be received at least one day in in advance of selected programs.
Space is limited, so register early! Call 281-479-2431.
Have any questions about SPARK, or need specific accommodations at the event? Email [email protected] or call 512-348-3154.

Market and Food Vendors Wanted for the San Jacinto Fall Fandango on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10 AM–3 PM at the S...
10/10/2026

Market and Food Vendors Wanted for the San Jacinto Fall Fandango on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10 AM–3 PM at the San Jacinto Monument in La Porte, TX!

We’re looking for farmers, artisans, bakers, specialty food makers, traditional goods vendors, local businesses rooted in Texas heritage, and food trucks to join us for this exciting community event. Limited space is available for nonprofits and for modern retail, direct-sales, or mass-produced items.

Why join us?

✨ 2,000+ attendees who love handmade and heritage goods
✨ Picturesque, high-traffic location
✨ Easy load-in/out, free parking, and hospitality area

Apply by October 10, 2026 — spaces fill fast!

Market Vendors:
https://forms.gle/CfwWVNdpruKwrx6t8

Food Vendors:
https://forms.gle/BtvcMaLMHiiPc96E7

Tomorrow Morning!The roads within the San Jacinto State Historic Site will open early for bicyclists. Travel our 7.5 mil...
10/09/2026

Tomorrow Morning!
The roads within the San Jacinto State Historic Site will open early for bicyclists. Travel our 7.5 miles of site roads and see the battleground where Texas was won at your own pace. No motorized vehicles will be allowed into the site during this time to promote safe bicycling.
Entrance for cyclists will be from the gate near the end of the Reflection Pool; drivers will be asked to park in the graveled area outside that gate.
Note: Since Cycling Saturday takes place before the site opens, minimal facilities are available. The only restrooms are located at the end of Park Road 1836. Make sure to bring enough water.
Cycling Saturday takes place on the second Saturday of every month

History Under the Star Lecture Series: "Imitating the Example of Our Forefathers:” The Texas Revolution and the Memory o...
10/08/2026

History Under the Star Lecture Series: "Imitating the Example of Our Forefathers:” The Texas Revolution and the Memory of 1776 with Sam W. Haynes
This presentation seeks to shed light on a question that has long preoccupied historians of the state: what were the motives of those who took up arms against Mexico during the Revolution? In deciding upon a course of action, Haynes argues, Anglo-Texans looked to the past, drawing upon their memories of the “Spirit of 1776” to make sense of the political crisis with Mexico City and as a template for revolutionary action.

Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Talk: 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Q&A: 6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Reception: 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location: San Jacinto Museum
Ticket Link: https://apps.sanjacinto-museum.org/special-events?EV=352

Discover the Edible Landscape of the San Jacinto BattlegroundIn the 1830s, the prairie and marshlands surrounding the Sa...
10/07/2026

Discover the Edible Landscape of the San Jacinto Battleground
In the 1830s, the prairie and marshlands surrounding the San Jacinto Battleground were rich with native, edible plants. Indigenous communities and early Texian settlers relied on these natural resources for sustenance. Thanks to dedicated prairie restoration efforts, many of these native plants have returned to the landscape.
Join Dr. Mark “Merriwether” Vorderbruggen, a renowned foraging expert from Foraging Texas, for a guided walk through the historic battleground on Saturday, November 14, 2026. Participants will learn how to identify and forage for wild edible plants in their natural habitat.
Program Details:
• Activity Level: Easy to moderate (unpaved prairie trail)
• Recommended Attire: Closed-toed shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and insect repellent
• Audience: Geared toward teens and adults
• Time: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
• Cost: $75 per person | $60 for museum members
• Capacity: Limited to 24 participants
Advance registration is required. Secure your spot today by purchasing tickets https://apps.sanjacinto-museum.org/special-events?EV=386

50% OFF MEMBERSHIP SALE GOING ON NOW!!We are pleased to offer an exclusive opportunity to join or renew your membership ...
10/06/2026

50% OFF MEMBERSHIP SALE GOING ON NOW!!
We are pleased to offer an exclusive opportunity to join or renew your membership with the San Jacinto Museum and Battlefield Association at a 50% discount. As a member, you will enjoy special offers throughout the year, complimentary museum admission, and a special gift as a token of our appreciation.
To take advantage of this limited-time offer, please visithttps://apps.sanjacinto-museum.org/SJMBAmembershipsale
Your support is invaluable to us. As a 501(c)(3) organization, the San Jacinto Museum relies heavily on donations, grants, and memberships to continue our mission of preserving, interpreting, and sharing the history of the Battle of San Jacinto—an event of profound significance in Texas history.
If you prefer to pay by check or would like to provide your credit card information over the phone, please contact Kali Ellis at [email protected] or call 281-479-2421 ext. 018.
Thank you for helping us keep history alive.

Address

1 Monument Cir
La Porte, TX
77571

Opening Hours

Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 9am - 6pm

Telephone

(281) 479-2421

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