Burning on the Brazos

On March 29th, 1836, the town of San Felipe de Austin was set aflame by its own citizens as a defensive tactic against the Mexican Army. In the weeks leading up to this, the town played a significant role in the war with Mexico. Learn about the chain of events that ultimately led to the town's destruction.

Visitors will be able to participate in hands-on activities, witness historical demonstrations, and answer the ultimate question: Would you have burned the town?

It all happens on Saturday, April 11th beginning at 9am! The story starts here, at San Felipe de Austin!

You may also like the following events from San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site:

• This Sunday, 30th November, 02:00 pm, San Felipe Nature Walk in the Footsteps of Stephen F. Austin in San Felipe
• Next Thursday, 4th December, 06:00 pm, History at Night: Velasco at the Time of the Revolution in San Felipe
• Next Saturday, 6th December, 09:00 am, San Felipe de Austin's Historic Career Fair in San Felipe