Join us for a weekend of history, heritage, and community at the iconic Menger Hotel—just steps from the Alamo.
Get ready to immerse yourself in the pivotal stories of the Texas Revolution at this year’s Texas Revolution Rendezvous, hosted by the Texas State Historical Association. Held at the legendary Menger Hotel in San Antonio, the weekend features expert-led presentations, guided tours, exclusive museum access, and a spectacular 1836-inspired dinner.
Whether you’re a lifelong history enthusiast or newly exploring Texas’s past, this event promises rich storytelling, thoughtful discussion, and unforgettable experiences.
Event Schedule:
Friday, April 17
Friday, April 17
Revolution Dinner & Silent Auction | 6:00–9:00 PM
- 6:00 PM – Cocktail hour & silent auction opens
- 7:00 PM – Welcoming Address by Dolph Briscoe
- 7:10 PM – Dinner Served
- 7:40 PM – Featured Speaker: Dr. Stephen L. Hardin, The Runaway Scrape
- 8:40 PM – Closing remarks
- 9:00 PM – Final time to view silent auction items
Saturday, April 18
San Antonio Walking Tours | 9:00–11:00 AM
Choose from three immersive experiences:
- Riverwalk & Museum Reach Riverboat Tour
- South Gate Exhibit Walking Tour featuring bronze models of the Alamo’s evolution with George Nelson
- Pompeo Coppini Walking Tour with Dr. Rick McCaslin
Lunch Break: 11:00 AM–12:30 PM
Symposium at the Menger Hotel | 1:00–4:00 PM
- 1:00 PM – Opening Remarks
- 1:10 PM – Charles Swanlund: James Walker Fannin and the Goliad Massacre
- 1:40 PM – Kolby Lanham: Alamo Artillery and Public Memory
- 2:10 PM – Break
- 2:20 PM – Lee Spencer White: Resurrecting an Alamo Defender
- 2:50 PM – George Nelson: The Evolution of the Alamo
- 3:20 PM – Q&A with all presenters
- 3:50 PM – Silent Auction Closes
- 4:00 PM – Closing Remarks
Sunday, April 19
Enjoy complimentary admission (with Rendezvous name badge) to:
- The Ralston Family Collections Center at the Alamo
- Witte Museum
- The Briscoe Western Art Museum
- San Antonio Museum of Art
Reserve your spot today and be part of this extraordinary event.
Join us for a weekend of camaraderie, education, and celebration as we bring the Texas Revolution to life. From thought-provoking presentations to exclusive museum access, the Texas Revolution Rendezvous offers an unforgettable immersion into Texas heritage.