Join us as we commemorate the 180th anniversary of Texas Statehood. On February 19, 1846, Anson Jones lowered the Texas flag and raised the American flag, signifying the end of the Republic of Texas. While this event happened in Austin, the groundwork for Texas’ Annexation happened while Washington was the Capital. We will have our own American flag raising in front of Hatfield’s Exchange, and readings of Anson Jones’ speech at 11am, 1pm, and 3pm. For more information please contact Tynan Shadle at tynan.shadle@thc.texas.gov or at 936-878-2214 ext 224. 

This event is presented as part of Texas America250, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Image of American Flag Being Raised in Austin 1846, with Text