Chicano Art in San Antonio
Learn about the life of famed San Antonio artist Jesse Treviño in this Texas history webinar hosted by Casa Navarro State Historic Site.
Tejano Patriot: A Discussion with Author Art Martinez de Vara
Join Casa Navarro State Historic Site Manager Georgia Ruiz Davis as she discusses the legacy of Jose Francisco Ruiz, an important figure in Texas history. She is joined by author Art Martinez de Vara, who has produced the first full-length biography about Ruiz.
A Land So Strange: Cabeza de Vaca’s Journey Across Sixteenth Century America
On October 8, 2020, Casa Navarro State Historic Site hosted a virtual discussion between site manager Georgia Ruiz Davis and author Andrés Reséndez. They discussed Reséndez's book, A Land So Strange: The Epic Journey of Cabeza de Vaca.
Historic Road Trip: San Antonio
When San Antonio visitors venture beyond the River Walk area, they find a remarkable range of heritage tourism sites in a fascinating city that’s downright ancient by Texas standards.
Hispanic Heritage Sites in San Antonio
Formerly part of Mexico and Spain, Texas has deep Hispanic roots. Much of the food, entertainment, and celebrations Texans enjoy are part of its Hispanic heritage. Hispanics were among the original Texans—their history is Texas’ legacy. San Antonio is home to many Mexican American cultural attractions, making it the perfect destination to experience Hispanic culture.

7 Hispanic Heritage Sites in San Antonio
San Antonio is home to many Mexican American cultural attractions, making it the perfect destination to experience Hispanic culture.

Bexar Battles: San Antonio's Role in the Texas Revolution
San Antonio’s bustling urban environs belie its role in the Texas Revolution. Although it’s challenging to imagine the nation’s seventh-largest city as it appeared in the mid-1800s, pockets of independence-era vestiges remain scattered throughout downtown.

The Diaz-Saucedas at Casa Navarro
Casa Navarro has seen many different residents and many changes in the neighborhood since its construction in the 1850s.

Making Your Own Mole at Casa Navarro
Mole is a rich sauce in Mexican cuisine that is traditionally prepared during the holidays. Learn about this history of this dish and how to make your own.

How to Build an Adobe Oven
Brandon Aniol and Emiliano ‘Nano’ Calderon set out to successfully build and operate an adobe oven using only the technology available in the mid-19th century. The endeavor proved both challenging and delicious!