The monument marks the tomb of the men that died during the Dawson Massacre of September 1842 and the ill-fated Mier expedition of November 1842, which resulted in the March 1843 “black bean” incident. Nearby citizens reinterred their remains here in a common tomb so that they can be honored for their sacrifice. The site is now marked by a 1936 Centennial monument.
Hours
Open Daily
Grounds:
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Visitors Center:
9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Tickets
Adult $5
Senior/Veteran/Teacher/First Responder $3
Child (6-17) $2
Child (5 and under) Free
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Plan Your Visit
The sites provide daily access to hiking trails, picnic grounds, the Kreische family home, ruins of the brewery, and the visitor center with history exhibits.
Kreische Brewery
Explore the ruins of one of the earliest commercial breweries in Texas.
Events at Monument Hill
Archeology Day at Kreische Brewery
Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.Can you dig it? Join us at the Texas Historical Commission's premier archeological site as we celebrate Texas Archeology Month with activities, tours, and more!
El Camino Real Day at Kreische Brewery & Monument Hill
Saturday 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.Join us for special guided tours commemorating the historic El Camino Real de los Tejas trail.
Memories of Monument Hill: A Lantern-Led Theatrical Experience
Saturday 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.Join us for a nightly theatrical stroll recounting the events of the Dawson and Mier Expeditions.
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