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.
Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day
Pets on leash are welcome.
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
Easter on the Bluff
Saturday 3 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Relive a beloved tradition of the Bluff Schuetzenverein with living history, egg hunts, a bonfire, entertainment, and scenic views.
All in our Nature: Celebrating Earth Day
Sunday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.Join us this Earth Day weekend and learn about the rich natural history that exists on the Bluff.
Race to the Bluff: Spasslauf 5K Fun Run
Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m."March" to the Bluff in the Second Annual Fun Run in La Grange!
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