When: April 16, 2011 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Where: San Jacinto Battleground

See living history encampments and re-enactors in period costume, demonstrations of weapons, activities for children and more. At 3:00 p.m., a reenactment of the famous 1836 battle which won Texas’ Independence from Mexico will be fought. Cannon and musket fire will fill the air with the sights and sounds of April 21, 1836!

Food and drinks are available or bring your own picnic lunch and enjoy the day. For a nominal fee you may view a digital presentation of “Texas Forever! – The Battle of San Jacinto!!!!” in the Monument theater or take a self-guided tour of the Battleship TEXAS. Accessible for the mobility impaired.