Commemorating the location where, in 1823, Stephen F. Austin established a headquarters for his colony in Mexican Texas, San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site and museum share the stories of early settlers in this region. Today, visitors can walk in the footsteps of these early pioneers at what was the social, economic, and political center of American immigration to Texas before independence. San Felipe de Austin didn't survive the war for Texas independence—it was burned by its own residents as they evacuated during the Runaway Scrape of 1836.

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Location

220 2nd St. (Mailing: P.O. Box 17) 
San Felipe, TX 77473 
979-885-2181 
Contact us
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Hours

Wednesday to Sunday 
9 a.m.–5 p.m. 

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Tickets

Adult $10
Senior/Veteran/Teacher/First Responder $8
Child (6-17) $5
Child (5 and under) Free
Family (2 adults & 1 child) $22, each additional child $1

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Programs

Public Tours  
Special Events  
School Programs  

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Plan Your Visit

Our state-of-the-art museum has many exhibits such as a field desk that belonged to Stephen F. Austin, an 1830s printing press, and many artifacts recovered during archeological excavations.

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San Felipe de Austin History

San Felipe de Austin was founded in 1823 by Stephen F. Austin as the capital of his colony.

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Private Event Rentals

We can host events ranging from birthday parties to family reunions, to weddings and more.

Events at San Felipe de Austin

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San Felipe de Austin Historic Career Fair

Saturday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Learn about all the jobs, trades, and skills that were necessary to keep the town of San Felipe de Austin running 200 years ago.

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San Felipe Small Town Holiday Parade

Saturday 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Please join the town of San Felipe in celebrating the holiday season with their annual Small Town Holiday Parade!

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Christmas at San Felipe de Austin (Free Admission!)

Saturday 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Please join us for our annual celebration of Christmas in Austin's Colony!

San Felipe de Austin in the Blog

The Descendants of Austin's Old 300

The Descendants of Austin's Old 300 held its first meeting on June 27, 1987 at the Stephen F. Austin State Park in San Felipe, underneath the oak tree where the bench now sits. Their main objective was, and still is, to inspire current and succeeding generations to preserve memories of the spirit, courage, and character of the men and women who came to Texas as part of Stephen F. Austin's first colony. This is the reason the organization has donated the benches at San Felipe de Austin and at Freedom Park in West Columbia.

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Flags of the Texas Revolution

Learn about the meaning and significance of the six unique flags flying at the San Jacinto Monument.

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Remember The Republic

To this day, the Republic of Texas captures the imagination of people across the globe. On March 2, 1836, the founders set in motion a series of events which created an identity that transcended politics and still lasts with us. Learn about some sites around the state that preserve its legacy.