Surrounded by stately live oaks, Fulton Mansion State Historic Site is located in the resort area of Rockport-Fulton. The house must have appeared incredible in 1877, as it does today, with its mansard roof and ornate trim. Interior gas lighting, flush-toilets, and other refinements were progressive and luxurious elements for this part of Texas history. Fulton Mansion is a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark and listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Learn about George Fulton’s engineering skills, take a walk through a garden inspired by Harriet’s love of flowers, and hear the stories of living in a grand Victorian villa.
Hours
Tuesday to Saturday
10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Sunday
1 p.m.–4 p.m.
Tickets
Adult $7
Senior/Veteran/Teacher/First Responder $6
Child (6-17) $4
Child (5 and under) Free
Family (2 adults & 1 child) $14, each additional child $1
Programs
School Tours
Group Tours
See the site
Plan Your Visit
Begin your tour at the Fulton Mansion Education and History Center, located behind the mansion at the corner of Henderson and Nancy Ann streets.
Fulton Mansion History
In 1840, East Coast entrepreneur George W. Fulton married Harriet Smith, daughter of powerful Republic-era politician Henry Smith.
Events at Fulton Mansion
Into the Silent Land: Memorialization, Grief, and the American Way of Death
Friday 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.Two Dates! One Talk! Friday, Oct. 18. 6-7pm Saturday, Oct. 19. 3-4pm
Ever wondered how those in the past dealt with death and mourning? Join the Fulton Mansion for a talk given by Chief Interpretive Specialist, Hal Simon!
A Victorian Halloween
Saturday 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Celebrate Halloween at the Fulton Mansion! This free, family event is fun for all ages!
Into the Silent Land: Memorialization, Grief, and the American Way of Death
Saturday 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.Two Dates! One Talk! Friday, Oct. 18. 6-7pm Saturday, Oct. 19. 3-4pm
Ever wondered how those in the past dealt with death and mourning? Join the Fulton Mansion for a talk given by Chief Interpretive Specialist, Hal Simon!
Fulton Mansion in the Blog
Historic Road Trip: South Texas Coastal Bend
The Texas coast stretches 350 miles from South Padre Island to the Louisiana border, extending through a diverse array of towns, each with their own rich history. The southern portion of the coast—roughly 100 miles of shoreline between Rockport and South Padre Island—offers travelers a diverse range of heritage tourism opportunities.
Fulton’s Silver Returns
In 2014, Fulton descendant Emily Beaman Beals donated several significant artifacts to Fulton Mansion State Historic Site. Learn about the history of these items and how they made their way back to the site.
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