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.

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Location

317 S. Fulton Beach Rd. 
Rockport, TX 78382 
361-729-0386 
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Hours

Tuesday to Saturday 
10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Sunday  
1 p.m.–4 p.m. 

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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

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Programs

School Tours 
Group Tours

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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.

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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

Dinner at the Fulton Mansion

Anniversary Dinner Party at the Fulton Mansion

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

Celebrate with your friends and loved ones in elegance and romance at the Fulton Mansion State Historic Site. This ticketed dinner party for 8 guests in the Mansion's historic dining room will celebrate the Fultons' 50th wedding anniversary. Savor a catered meal featuring historic foodways entrees, complemented by live music and charming parlor games. With the soft glow of candlelight and an air of timeless sophistication, this enchanting evening promises unforgettable memories, blending history, romance, and celebration in a truly remarkable setting. . Tickets go on sale on Feb.20 at 8:00am. Call Joanne Soward, Educator at 361.230.2301 to reserve your seat. Pre-payment is required. $150 per seat.

Spring Break Cowboy Rodeo at the Fulton Mansion

Friday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Yeehaw! Round up the whole family for a wild western adventure at the Fulton Mansion during Spring Break! Our Cowboy Rodeo Round Up is packed with fun, kid-sized cowboy activities like dress-up relay races, steer roping, stick horse barrel racing, 3-legged races, cattle drives, and more. At your own pace, enjoy a come-and-go event with a photo booth, fishing hole, and branding station. Don’t forget to grab a refreshing lemonade from our stand to keep you energized for all the cowboy fun!

Picnic Day at the Fulton Mansion

Victorian Picnic Day at the Fulton Mansion

Saturday 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Step back in time for a Victorian-inspired Picnic Day at the historic Fulton Mansion State Historic Site! Enjoy classic lawn games like croquet, ring toss, Graces, badminton, jump rope, stompers, and more. Bring your family, pack a picnic basket, and come ready for fun and laughter. Live entertainment will set the mood, and homemade lemonade will keep you refreshed throughout the day. It’s the perfect way to enjoy a leisurely day in history-filled surroundings!

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.

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Miss Lee’s Pecan Cookies

Learn how to make your very own historic pecan cookies.

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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.