A group of children holding two drums stand before a woman playing a fife.

Experience San Jacinto Summer Camp- June Session

Tuesday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

The San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site presents “Experience San Jacinto,” a three-day summer camp program that immerses the participant in the history before the battle, the battle itself, and its aftermath. Through a variety of activities, crafts, and demonstrations, participants will follow in the footsteps of Texian and Mexican troops and experience for themselves the struggles of camp life during the Runaway Scrape and battle preparations at the Groce Plantation, culminating in the final battle at San Jacinto.

Portraits of Moritz Lowenstein and Joseph Magoffin.

New Exhibit: Early Builders of Commerce and Community Moritz Loewenstein and Judge Joseph Magoffin

Tuesday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Enjoy an exhibit featuring Moritz Loewenstein and Joseph Magoffin at the Mission Valley Visitor's Center located at 9065 Alameda Ave.

Flyer with information about our movie series.

1950s Summer Movie Series - The Thing From Another World

Tuesday 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Join us in the backyard of the Bush Family Home as we watch The Thing from Another World. We encourage all guests to bring chairs and snacks. This free public event is open to all ages in the family, young or old. Activities start at 7:30, movie starts at 8:30.

Flyer with information about our movie series.

1950s Summer Movie Series - The Thing From Another World

Tuesday 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Join us in the backyard of the Bush Family Home as we watch The Thing from Another World. We encourage all guests to bring chairs and snacks. This free public event is open to all ages in the family, young or old. Activities start at 7:30, movie starts at 8:30.

A pair of hands holds a pocket watch.

¿Qué es eso? What is it?

Wednesday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Book us to visit you and we will help you put your hands on history! ¡Reserva nuestra visita y te ayudaremos a poner tus manos en la historia!

Children creating a paper artwork

Girl Scout Art Day Camp: Day One

Wednesday 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Is your child a Brownie or Junior Girl Scout? Over 3 half days, they can earn their Art & Design Badge and learn about Texas history along the way!

A group of children holding two drums stand before a woman playing a fife.

Experience San Jacinto Summer Camp- June Session

Wednesday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

The San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site presents “Experience San Jacinto,” a three-day summer camp program that immerses the participant in the history before the battle, the battle itself, and its aftermath. Through a variety of activities, crafts, and demonstrations, participants will follow in the footsteps of Texian and Mexican troops and experience for themselves the struggles of camp life during the Runaway Scrape and battle preparations at the Groce Plantation, culminating in the final battle at San Jacinto.

close up of petanque equipment

Play Pétanque with the Legation Boules Club

Wednesday 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Parlez-vouz Pétanque? Join the Legation Boules Club members every Wednesday morning on the historic French Legation grounds!

Portraits of Moritz Lowenstein and Joseph Magoffin.

New Exhibit: Early Builders of Commerce and Community Moritz Loewenstein and Judge Joseph Magoffin

Wednesday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Enjoy an exhibit featuring Moritz Loewenstein and Joseph Magoffin at the Mission Valley Visitor's Center located at 9065 Alameda Ave.

Two bandboxes are displayed atop Our Lady of Loreto Chapel in Goliad Texas

Way Back Wednesday; Bandboxes of the 19th Century

Wednesday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

We close out our June line up with a utilitarian item, the bandbox. These boxes were created in all shapes and sizes and used to contain a host of item throughout the 18th and 19th century! Learn the art of building them, and take away one you craft yourself on June 25th! This event is free with paid admission to the museum, and is open to all ages!