On May 5, 1862, in the Mexican city of Puebla, Zaragoza and his soldiers overpowered French expedition forces in the Battle of Puebla. The victory helped solidify President Benito Juarez's reform movement, which was organized to resist French occupation of Mexico and restore the Mexican Republic. Today, the victory is celebrated in both Mexico and the United States and is commonly known as Cinco de Mayo.
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Open Daily
10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Last admission at 4:30 p.m.
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Adult $5
Senior/Veteran/Teacher/First Responder $3
Child (6-17) $2
Child (5 and under) Free
Family (2 adults & 1 child) $8, each additional child $1
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