Camp Cattalo Family Camp: Ranch Life
Have you ever wanted to experience the wild west? Well, come on out to the Goodnight Ranch to learn about cowboys, bison and early life in the Texas Panhandle.
Cycling Saturdays
The roads within the San Jacinto State Historic Site will open early for bicyclists. Travel our 7.5 miles of site roads and see the battleground where Texas was won at your own pace. No motorized vehicles will be allowed into the site during this time to promote safe bicycling.
Fulshear 1824 Festival at San Felipe de Austin
We are celebrating the 200th anniversary of the Fulshear family getting their land grant! There will be fun, games, history, and hands on activities for the whole family! Come and join us on July 13th for a jam packed day of fun!
Bastille Day Handmade History
It's gonna be a hot one out there this Bastille Day! Bring your kiddos and learn about the history of Bastille Day while crafting some fans with us at the French Legation.
Cultures of the Pacific
The National Museum of the Pacific War invites you to join us for Cultures of the Pacific. Guests 21 and up will get to experience a taste of the cultures that the American soldiers and sailors would have encountered during WWII.
Appetizers, artifacts, and animals will help guests gain a new understanding and appreciation for cultures in the Pacific. Our menu, listed below, has been carefully curated to provide culturally authentic cuisine for your enjoyment.
Food:
Dumplings (Thailand)
Chicken Satay (Indonesia)
Kimchi Fried Rice (Korea)
Tonkatsu (Japan)
Drinks:
Tea (China)
Sodas
Water
Bastille Day Concert
Pack a picnic and bring a chair for this year's Bastille Day celebration featuring live music on the shaded lawn of the historic house!
Demo Day: Ink Making
Join us outside of the San Jacinto Monument from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM as museum educators demonstrate the ink making process and share some real 19th century ink recipes.
Make-A-Thing: Jewelry Making
Learn how to make beautiful jewelry with our volunteer Rosy.
Summer Camp Series - Writing Your Personal History
Join us for the second Saturday of our summer camp programming! The local author and legend Spike Gillespie is teaching a writing workshop so you can grow your skill and convey your personal history.
Picture Yourself at San Jacinto
You're invited to join us by the main entrance to receive a complimentary instant photograph of yourself or your group in front of the historic monument. Learn about its rich history and explore our pop-up photography gallery showcasing visitors’ photos throughout the years!