Celebrate Texas Independence at "Independence Eve"

March 1

 

Living History Saturdays at Independence Hall

01/16/2016, 10:00 am - 4:30 pm

Independence Hall Living History

Location: Independence Hall

Free to park visitors. Travel back in time to where a nation was born in 1836. On the third Saturday of each month, staff and volunteers dressed in period clothing bring to life the people and events of Old Washington providing a unique opportunity to discover various aspects of life surrounding the birth of the Republic of Texas.

The program features activities suited for the entire family, activities include, writing with a quill pen; signing a copy of the Texas Declaration of Independence; visiting with militia soldiers travelling through town; and playing some early Texas games. Step-back in time and discover the spot where Texas became Texas! (Activities will vary and some are weather dependent). Traditional guided tours of Independence Hall will not be offered these days.

Contact: Jon Failor, (936) 878-2214 ext. 224 or jon.failor@tpwd.texas.gov.

Location Map (Independence Hall)

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