Alamo Plaza in San Antonio in Bexar County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Ruins of the Habitations of the Friars and Indians
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., March 29, 2010
1. Ruins of the Habitations Marker
This is the ruins of the habitations of the friars and Indians; refrectory, kitchen and other regular offices. In the second patio there was a gallery with weaving rooms and rooms for storing materials and utensils.
The habitations of the Indians formed a large plaza and square with the church and convent. Through the middle of the plaza ran an acequia with various trees on its banks. But in case hostile Indians might cut off the ditch a well was dug inside the convent from which all inhabitants could get an abundant supply of water.
Erected by The Daughters of the Republic of Texas.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Indigenous Peoples and Communities • Man-Made Features • Notable Places • Religion & Religious Structures • Settlements & Settlers • Waterways & Vessels.
Location. 29° 25.556′ N, 98° 29.183′ W. Marker is in San Antonio, Texas, in Bexar County. It is in Alamo Plaza. It can be reached from Alamo Plaza. Marker is on the east wall of the Long Barrack, within the Alamo Mission complex. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio TX 78205, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in South Texas. It is also in the American South. Globally, it is in North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the Republic of Texas, and one of the Confederate States of America.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance
this page online
Another marker is no longer nearby. The Alamo in 1836 (was a few steps from this marker but has been confirmed missing).
Also see . . . San Antonio Missions National Historic Park. Nation Park Services website entry (Submitted on May 16, 2010, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio.)
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., March 29, 2010
2. Ruins of the Habitations Marker
Clara Driscoll Marker at center of photo.
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., March 29, 2010
3. Well Mentioned in Ruins of the Habitations Marker
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., March 29, 2010
4. View from Near Ruins of the Habitations Marker
Looking SE through Gate 1 toward Alamo chapel.
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., March 29, 2010
5. Carved Stone Statue
On display in covered walkway on east side of Long Barrack.
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., March 29, 2010
6. Carved Stone Statue Sign
Photographed by Adam Margolis, April 6, 2024
7. Ruins of the Habitations of the Friars and Indians Marker
Marker is in the center of image
Credits. This page was last revised on July 17, 2024. It was originally submitted on May 16, 2010, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio. This page has been viewed 1,706 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on May 16, 2010, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio. 7. submitted on July 10, 2024, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California.
