Standing Their Ground: Tejanos at the Alamo This spring the story of the Alamo siege and battle is cast in a new light. For the first time, visitors can examine the role of Tejanos in defending the Alamo and helping to forge not only a nation but a unique cultural identity. Standing Their Ground: Tejanos at the Alamo will bring the story of the Alamo’s Tejano defenders to life. Visitors will stand in the Shrine of Texas Liberty and hear the words of several Tejanos and Tejanas who were eyewitnesses to history. Inside the sacristy, visitors will learn how the Tejano women and children huddled in the protection of its thick walls to survive the siege. When: Sunday, March 9, 2014 - Friday, June 6, 2014 Where: The Alamo 300 Alamo Plaza Website: thealamo.org/
Posted on: Sun, 09 Mar 2014 03:30:33 +0000