San Jacinto Museum and Battlefield - The battlefield where Texas was born


San Jacinto Museum and Battlefield - The battlefield where Texas was born
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18 Minutes
That Changed
the World
Come visit where Texas won its independence
Museum Hours Today:
9 a.m.
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6 p.m.
Site Hours Today:
9 a.m.
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6 p.m.
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What’s Happening
Battlefield, monument, museum, library, nature walk. There’s so much to see and do at San Jacinto. Check out the
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Cycling Saturdays
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Cycling Saturdays
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Lecture: James Monroe Hill - Why is He in the Painting?
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Lecture: James Monroe Hill - Why is He in the Painting?
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Lecture: The Coming and Fighting of the Battle of San Jacinto
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Lecture: The Coming and Fighting of the Battle of San Jacinto
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Lecture: Retributive Justice and the Myth of Texas Independence
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Lecture: Retributive Justice and the Myth of Texas Independence
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Lecture: Brazen Women: Challenging Gender Expectations in a Time of War and Chaos
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Lecture: Brazen Women: Challenging Gender Expectations in a Time of War and Chaos
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Lecture: Clash of...Which Cultures?
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Lecture: Clash of...Which Cultures?
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Lecture: The Infamous Prisoner
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Lecture: The Infamous Prisoner
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Lecture: Shadow of San Jacinto: The Day the World Changed
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Lecture: Shadow of San Jacinto: The Day the World Changed
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Lecture: San Jacinto: The Anomalous Battle
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Lecture: San Jacinto: The Anomalous Battle
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Lecture: Turning Service Into Opportunity: San Jacinto Land Bounties and Progress
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Lecture: Turning Service Into Opportunity: San Jacinto Land Bounties and Progress
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Bird Watching at the Battleground
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Bird Watching at the Battleground
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Battleground Van Tour
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Battleground Van Tour
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Family Day
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Family Day
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Boom: Cannon Demonstration
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Boom: Cannon Demonstration
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Fire! Arms Demo
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Fire! Arms Demo
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Take it With You: Haversack Packing
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Take it With You: Haversack Packing
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San Jacinto Texas Independence Fun Run
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San Jacinto Texas Independence Fun Run
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Battle Beats - Music of the March
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Battle Beats - Music of the March
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Cannon Demonstration
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Cannon Demonstration
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Firearms Demonstration and Touch Table
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Firearms Demonstration and Touch Table
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San Jacinto Day Celebration
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San Jacinto Day Celebration
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Bulletmaking
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Bulletmaking
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San Jacinto Ceremony
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San Jacinto Ceremony
Featured Event
Tejanos and the Texas Revolution
Learn of the role of Tejanos in the founding of Texas and their legacy in the legal and cultural institutions that distinguish Texas historically from other states of Mexico and the U.S.  in this History Under the Star Lecture by Dr. Andrés Tijerina.
Experience an engaging and interesting talk
Featured Commander
Antonio López de Santa Anna
AMASTER OF POLITICS AND AN EXPERIENCED military officer, Santa Anna was nothing if not politically astute. His heavy-handed tactics in the Texas Revolution were a function of his training and experience.
Learn more about the Mexican general and president
Featured Artifact
Gold Ring
THIS RING INSCRIBED "HONOR" was worn by Sam Houston for over fifty years, earning its scratches through long wear. This is just one of the thousands of artifacts in our collection.
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“Great place to brush up on your Texas history! The museum is very clean and everyone is very friendly. The sky was so clear, we could see for 30 miles or so all around from the top of the monument!”
Brian Crone
“Perfect day trip from Houston, spent a little over an hour.  Observation deck 400+ feet in the air that highlights the position of both armies.  35 minute informational movie that starts on the hour and a great little display of artifacts and timelines of the history of Texas.”
Daniel Yeager
“This was our second time going but first time going up to observation deck. Had a great time. It is a great piece of history! Easy access for wheelchair service.”
Tammy Emert
“What a magnificent museum and collection of Texas history and artifacts. Every time I go, I spend hours looking at the treasures and reading about them. Any fan of history, especially Texas history should make this a must-visit. The monument and grounds speak for themselves. It's unlike anything else outside of visiting the monuments in DC, but San Jacinto is awe-inspiring.”
Paul Ladd
“What a great little museum! So much to read about the history of Texas, the battle of San Jacinto, and the monument it's housed in! The 30-minute movie was really great and definitely worth the watch!”
Rosemary Ciletti
“What a wonderful experience. If you love history and Texas, you will love the museum.  The staff is friendly and passionate and know their Texas history. Everything really is bigger in Texas.”
Emma Lanier
“Great place to take the kids and show them some hands on Texas history! Highly recommended.”
Brian King
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