This is a family-friendly event highlighting the events that led up to Texas winning its independence from Mexico at the decisive Battle of San Jacinto on April 21, 1836. Enjoy a living “Timeline of the Texas Revolution,” showcasing the chronology of the San Jacinto story, with living history demonstrations featuring major events that occurred in Gonzales, the Alamo, San Felipe de Austin, Goliad,
and Washington-on-the-Brazos, all of which led to the Battle of San Jacinto and the capture of General Santa Anna. Participatory activities allow visitors to interact with historians as they cook food, check weapons, and engage in the daily routines of Texians from almost 200 years ago. Attendees are encouraged to visit the San Jacinto Museum inside the Monument. It will be open all day. The fee for this event includes entrance to all museum venues including the elevator ride to the top of the monument, a special exhibit, and the Texas history film. The celebration will be a full day of entertainment, food trucks, vendors, Beer Garden, petting zoo, picnic on the grounds, family activities, and cultural exhibits amidst living history. A list of activities will be updated at www.sanjacinto-museum.org. Public parking lots are located along Vista Road and other marked areas near the monument. Disabled parking is available near the main ticketing area nearest the monument for vehicles, with a disabled placard or license plate required. A map of parking lots will be posted as the event gets closer. The San Jacinto Museum of History is the organizer of the event. Our partners in coordinating this event include Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Texas Historical Commission, Alamo Trust, volunteers from San Jacinto College, and Houston Food Truck Association. Entertainment:
Penny-farthing rider (1870s bicycle) and juggler will entertain all day. Texas Flyer Trackless Train will be on hand to thrill and transport our little celebrators. Bluegrass musicians to entertain. Historical Storyteller will be on hand telling accounts of bravery and triumph while highlighting general leadership qualities. All children who participate will get a balloon. Representatives from the Texas Independence Trail will be on-site to tell their site’s part in Texas history. Local cites will share their information as part of the Tourism Trail. Run-In-Late Band from Brazoria will be performing all day long. They play traditional Texas Country, Pop and Soft Rock, and even some Island Music. Vendor booths offer a large selection of hand-crafted items. Representatives from area chapters of The Sons of the Republic of Texas will be on hand. About the San Jacinto Museum of History
The San Jacinto Museum of History was created as a steward of history, not only to honor those who fought at the San Jacinto Battlefield and Texas Revolution of 1835 – 1836, but to re-visualize the history of Texas and the Spanish Southwest. The museum is operated by the San Jacinto Museum of History Association a 501(c)3. Open the following days in April:
April 1-4 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday through Sunday
April 8-11 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday through Sunday
April 15-18 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday through Sunday
April 21-25 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday
April 28-May 2 from 9 a.m. Wednesday through Sunday
Please check our website for additional open dates. Admission: A flat rate of $12 for adults covers all museum venues
Children 11 and under are $6 for all museum venues
Masks are required for all visitors age 5 and up within the museum. All visitors must wash or sanitize their hands as they begin their visit to the museum. They are
encouraged to do so again before leaving. For convenience, sanitation stations are available
throughout the museum. Visitors are encouraged to respect social distancing unless of the same household. Please follow the signage to the northwest door, located on the side facing the reflection pool, which will be our only entrance. The southeast door is designated as the only exit door. Use of the elevator is limited to two occupants or six who arrived together. A limit of 15 minutes is recommended for the Observation Deck. The theatre is open with
alternating rows closed to enforce social distancing. Retail operations are open and will take
advantage of zero-contact options for transactions when possible. Your generous donations keep history alive. Consider a museum membership or donating at www.sanjacinto-museum.org/Support_Us/Donate/
Please check www.sanjacinto-museum.org for updates.
