Quaint structure with cupola on the courthouse square. First public use on Aug. 30, 1853; in 1886, building became a firehouse with meeting hall. Local volunteer fire department used the building until 1964 and restored for use as museum in 1967
Goliad, TX MuseumsAs conquistadors of centuries ago explored new lands for "God, Gold and Glory," the Church played an integral part in colonization and dominion over vast New World empires. Missions were often first permanent Spanish settlement in new areas. To protect mission endeavors, a presidio (fort)
Goliad, TX History184-acre park features reconstructed, refurnished replica Mission Nuestra Senora del Espritu Santo de Ziga, generally called Mission Espritu Santo. Excellent interpretive displays, plus camping and picnicking area, rest rooms and river fishing spots. Mission established 1749
Goliad, TX State ParksCity park at S. Market and Franklin Sts. Includes Texas Revolution cannon, memorial shaft and several historical markers. Nearby is hanging tree on courthouse lawn, and Market House Museum. Newly built children's park, "Fort Fun,"
Goliad, TX PlazasAs part of a joint project of the Bureau of Reclamation and the American Birding Association, Choke Canyon Reservoir has been...
Located near Retama Park, this brand new large outdoor venue hosts headlining musical acts. Venue can hold 20,000....
In addition to the Alamo, which is managed by the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, four other San Antonio missions form th...
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The discovery of the first Africanized bee in the United States was found just outside Hidalgo in 1990. The fiberglass and st...