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.
Hours
Wednesday to Sunday
9 a.m.–5 p.m.
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
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.
San Felipe de Austin History
San Felipe de Austin was founded in 1823 by Stephen F. Austin as the capital of his colony.
School Tours
Our site provides several customized guided tours for adults, schools, and homeschool groups.
Group Tours
We provide guided tours for groups of 10 or more adults by advanced registration during our normal operating hours.
Private Event Rentals
We can host events ranging from birthday parties to family reunions, to weddings and more.
Events at San Felipe de Austin
A Day with the Press
It is time for another Day with the Press! Come out on May 4, from 10 am to 4 pm and learn about the print shop at San Felipe de Austin. Why was the press an important tool for the colony? How did Stephen F. Austin utilize the press to his advantage?
Dirt: An (Archeological) Retrospective
How much time do you spend time thinking about dirt? It’s all around us, it’s necessary for life in the present, but it also provides clues to the past. Join San Felipe de Austin staff archeologist Sarah Chesney as she talks about the role of dirt in understanding the past and why dirt is an archeologist’s best friend.
Free Admission for Moms on Mother's Day
Enjoy a fun day out with the family and take home a free flower craft with admission!
San Felipe de Austin in the Blog
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