After relentless fighting with Mexican forces, Texas soldiers secured the colony's independence with their victory in the ...

On March 27, 1836, Houston retreated to San Felipe, instructed his men to burn the town, then crossed the Brazos, and left a ...

San Jacinto Plaza is bustling with life, but did you know its name is tied to a pivotal moment in Texas history?

The Battle of San Jacinto, fought on April 21, 1836, was a pivotal moment in Texas history. Led by General Sam Houston, a determined Texan army of less than 1000 men launched a surprise attack on ...

The project, which includes a new state-of-the-art visitor's center and improvements ... enhancing how we share the story of the Battle of San Jacinto with future Texans." The museum's new ...