After Col. James W. Fannin surrendered to Mexican forces, Gen. Santa Anna ordered him and his men executed in nearby Goliad, against the wishes of other Mexican commanders. The surrender, and unanticipated execution, inflamed the Texas cause, spurring the battle cry “Remember Goliad!” Located about 10 miles east of Goliad, visitors today walk the landscaped grounds and view the impressive stone obelisk that honors the spot where Fannin surrendered, taking a moment to remember the men who helped forge Texas’ destiny. An interpretive exhibit, group pavilion, and picnic area are also on the 14-acre grounds.
Hours
Open Daily
8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Tickets
Free
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Self-guided site tours of Fannin Battleground State Historic Site include memorial features such as a commemorative obelisk and the historic gin press screw that was first placed at the site in 1894.
Fannin Battleground History
After word spread that the Alamo had fallen on March 6, Texas Commander in Chief Sam Houston ordered Col. James W. Fannin to destroy Presidio La Bahia.
Events at Fannin Battleground
189th Anniversary of the Battle of Coleto Creek
Thursday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.Join the staff of Presidio La Bahia SHS and Fannin Battleground SHS at Fannin Battleground as we remember the Battle of Coleto Creek on the 189th Anniversary. Living History Demonstrations and Battlefield Tours will be features on both March 19th and March 20th. Events will take place at Fannin Battleground SHS 734 FM 2506 Fannin, TX 77960, on March 19th and 20th from 10am until 4pm both days. Throughout the day there will have living history displays, and twice each day there will have small arms firing demonstrations just ahead of the guided battlefield walking tours. Guided Battlefield Tours are $5 per person over 6 years of age. Tour Admission is only available at Fannin Battleground immediately before the tour starts.
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