Near Lexington Avenue north of Avenue A, on the right when traveling north.
Beautification of the San Antonio River was a long-time dream of local residents who urged city officials to improve the river through the downtown area. These efforts were just beginning when devastating floods caused widespread damage in 1913 . . . — — Map (db m119898) HM
On Camaron Street, 0.1 miles north of West Martin Street, on the left when traveling north.
Suddenly, in the midst of an arid landscape of dire challenges, here was an unexpected oasis - brimming with life.
The First Spanish Explorers to arrive in the environs of San Pedro Creek and the nearby San Antonio River attested to a . . . — — Map (db m225326) HM
On Camden Street at Lexington Avenue, on the left when traveling east on Camden Street.
On Dec. 1, 1881, the Rev. William Buchanan came to San Antonio as a missionary of the Presbyterian Church of the United States. With support from the military community and other persons of northern background, he began to hold services, at first . . . — — Map (db m179584) HM
On North Presa Street, 0.1 miles south of West Market Street, on the right when traveling north.
Constructed early in the 18th century by the Pajalache Indians as a part of their irrigation system, began here in La Villita and ended at Mission Concepción. The Padres and the Indians travelled in canoes between these places, as the acequia was . . . — — Map (db m237181) HM
Near Lexington Avenue north of Avenue A, on the right when traveling north.
San Antonio grew from a small Spanish colonial town to a bustling American city between 1800 and 1900. Years of fighting for independence - first from Spain and then from Mexico - left San Antonio in ruins.
Rebuilding began during the Republic . . . — — Map (db m119619) HM
Near Lexington Avenue north of Avenue A, on the right when traveling north.
The San Antonio River became a muddy, trash filled eyesore in the early 1900s. Alarmed city leaders rallied to save the beloved waterway by clearing away mud and debris, planting grass, and pumping water into the empty channel. Civic organizations, . . . — — Map (db m119598) HM
Near Lexington Avenue north of Avenue A, on the right when traveling north.
The San Antonio River begins four miles north of here, fed by springs that rise from the Edwards Aquifer deep below the Texas Hill Country. The river is also fed by tributaries along its winding, southeasterly course to join the Guadalupe River . . . — — Map (db m119617) HM
On Camaron Street, 0.1 miles north of West Martin Street, on the left when traveling north.
The original blessing of San Antonio-its abundant waters- would eventually have to be controlled to allow the city to grow and flourish.
The Pristine and Lush natural setting of the primordial creek, with its riparian abundance of flora . . . — — Map (db m225295) HM
On 6th Street north of Avenue E, on the left when traveling north.
Built in 1890 for San Antonio business and civic leader August Thiele, Jr., this high Victorian raised cottage was designed by noted architect James Riely Gordon. Of particular importance is the structure's outstanding and unusual porch with its . . . — — Map (db m235146) HM
On Alamo Street at Commerce Street, on the right when traveling north on Alamo Street.
Symbol that stands for the unity and friendship that exists between Mexico, the United States and Canada
When designing the sculpture, I thought of creating a symbol of light and I came up with the idea of a torch that stands tall to evoke . . . — — Map (db m31848) HM
On Auditorium Circle north of Jefferson, on the right when traveling north.
Designed by Ernest P. Behles and built by the Gordon-Jones construction company, the three-story concrete and masonry Toltec apartment house was constructed in 1913 for Dr. Augustus Maverick, who was tragically murdered before its completion. The . . . — — Map (db m235163) HM
On Navarro Street at East Travis Street, on the left when traveling north on Navarro Street.
Founded by the Rev. John Wesley DeVilbiss (1818-83), missionary to Republic of Texas, who in 1844 preached first Protestant sermon ever heard in San Antonio and in June 1846 organized his congregation in the courthouse. Villagers called him "the . . . — — Map (db m132555) HM
Near East Travis Street west of North Saint Mary's Street, on the right when traveling east.
County leaders purchased land on the west bank of the San Antonio River in 1859, intending to build a new courthouse and jail. Their plans changed and the property was sold in 1866 to a miller, Jacob Laux, who dammed the river and built a . . . — — Map (db m119162) HM
On River Walk at W. Crockett Street on River Walk.
An old legend describes this twin cypress as a lookout of a Mexican sniper who picked off the Texans as they came to the river for water. — — Map (db m119152) HM
Near North St. Mary's Street, 0.1 miles north of West Crocket Street, on the right when traveling south.
Irish immigrant John Twohig built his house here on the San Antonio River in the late 1840s. A suspended footbridge connected the house with his business on the opposite side of the river.
Twohig became known as the “breadline . . . — — Map (db m119550) HM
San Antonians had few places to educate their children before 1851 when Catholic Bishop Jean Marie Odin recruited members of the Order of St. Ursula to start a school for girls on the river at the northern edge of town.
The school grew quickly, . . . — — Map (db m118168) HM
On Dwyer Avenue at Old Guilbeau Street, on the right when traveling north on Dwyer Avenue.
This residence was built in 1903 for the William Joske family. The most prominent subsequent owner was William Baker Teagarden (1854-1933). He was an attorney, judge and representative of the Southern Pacific Railroad for many years. The two-story . . . — — Map (db m235038) HM
On East Houston Street at Navarro Street, on the right when traveling east on East Houston Street.
Originally the unpaved El Paseo or Paseo Hondo, Houston Street had developed into San Antonio's premier retail and theater district by the early 20th century. Many spectacular commercial buildings from this era have been preserved. Follow the . . . — — Map (db m227696) HM
On East Houston Street at North St. Mary's Street, on the right when traveling west on East Houston Street.
Originally the unpaved El Paseo or Paseo Hondo, Houston Street had developed into San Antonio's premier retail and theater district by the early 20th century. Many spectacular commercial buildings from this era have been preserved. Follow the . . . — — Map (db m227704) HM
On Broadway south of McCullough Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Fine example of late Victorian architecture. Built 1888-1889 as residence by a leading post-Civil War San Antonio merchant, Saul Wolfson (1830-1923). Constructed of brick with quoined stone corners, ornate carved stone pediments. Lavish interiors . . . — — Map (db m235151) HM
On Wyoming Street at South Mittman Street, on the right when traveling east on Wyoming Street.
St. Philip's Industrial School, founded March 1, 1898, was born of strong support from the RT. Rev. James Steptoe Johnston, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas, and the parishioners of St. Philip's Church. The church congregation, seeking . . . — — Map (db m213466) HM
On East Commerce Street at Gay Blvd, on the right when traveling east on East Commerce Street.
This congregation was organized in 1879 by the Rev. Charles Augustis and 11 other ex-slaves who, although "Freed", felt the linkage of slavery and were moved to establish a fellowship in which they could feel wanted as equal participants. Known as . . . — — Map (db m213468) HM
On Rigsby Avenue, 0.2 miles west of Shrader Street, on the right when traveling east.
While assembling troops preparatory to the attack on the Mexican garrison at San Antonio • • After his appointment on November 12 as commissioner to the United States, the Texans, under Colonels Ben Milam and Frank W. Johnson stormed and . . . — — Map (db m207943) HM
Near Paso Hondo, 0.2 miles west of North Palmetto Street, on the right when traveling east.
Civil War Dead
An estimated 700,000 Union and Confederate soldiers died in the Civil War between April 1861 and April 1865. As the death toll rose, the US government struggled with the urgent but unplanned need to bury tallen Union . . . — — Map (db m163714) HM
Near Paso Hondo, 0.2 miles west of North Palmetto.
From The Bivouac of the Dead By Theodore O'Hara
The muffled drum's sad roll has beat
The soldier's last tattoo,
No more on life's parade shall meet
That brave and fallen few.
On Fame's eternal camping-ground
Their silent . . . — — Map (db m177357) WM
Near Paso Hondo, 0.1 miles west of North Palmetto Street. Reported damaged.
Heroic defender of honor of Texas and the United States. Born in Lexington, N.C., came to Texas in 1869. Gained National fame as Grayson County Marshal and Deputy Sheriff, 1871 - 1876. Served with Frontier Battalion, Texas Rangers, 1876 - 1880, . . . — — Map (db m163407) HM
On Chestnut Street north of East Commerce Street, on the right when traveling north.
The Charles B. Shannon Customer Information Center at Ellis Alley Park and Ride
Dedicated January 2004 at the Ellis Alley Park and Ride by VIA Metropolitan Transit Board of Trustees and staff as a lasting tribute to Charles B. Shannon's . . . — — Map (db m245207) HM
Served in the Texas Army 1836 • • Was Mayor of San Antonio, 1847 - 1849 and 1852 - 1853 • Born in New Hampshire, January 17, 1811 Died in San Antonio, May 13, 1869 — — Map (db m177381) HM
On E. Commerce Street, on the left when traveling east.
A descendant of early Texas colonists, including a veteran of San Jacinto, Clara Driscoll was born in Refugio County and grew up as a wealthy rancher's daughter. In 1903, soon after returning from school in Europe, she learned that the Long . . . — — Map (db m30130) HM
On Paso Hondo Street, on the right when traveling east.
Born August 24, 1832
at Fort Gibson
in what is now the
State of Oklahoma
Died March 24, 1916
Colonel of the 2nd Regiment
Arizona Brigade, C.S.A.
Later a noted
Texas Ranger. — — Map (db m208480) HM
This cemetery is located within part of a 40-acre grant of land given to the city of San Antonio by the King of Spain. The property was later subdivided into twenty-nine separate cemeteries by city aldermen, and this area was designated as City . . . — — Map (db m30150) HM
Near East Commerce Street at North Palmetto Street.
Jack Harris was born in Connecticut in 1834 and ran away to sea at the age of 12. In 1856 he was a member of William Walker's Nicaragua Expedition where he was captured and put in front of a firing squad before being rescued by Walker. Harris . . . — — Map (db m156442) HM
Near Paso Hondo, 0.2 miles west of North Palmetto.
In honor of those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to the United States of America and the families they left behind. The sacrifice will not be forgotten. — — Map (db m177354) WM
On Center Street at North Cherry Street, on the left when traveling east on Center Street.
Garlington Jerome (G.J.) Sutton was born on San Antonio's east side. He attended Wiley College in Marshall before earning his bachelor of science degree from Wilberforce University and then a mortuary science degree from Cincinnati College. In 1938, . . . — — Map (db m245212) HM
Near Paso Hondo, 0.2 miles west of North Palmetto.
Address by President Lincoln at the Dedication of the Gettysburg National Cemetery November 19, 1863.
Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent a new nation, conceived in liberty, and dedicated to the . . . — — Map (db m177355) WM
Near East Commerce Street west of North New Braunfels Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Secretary 1st Texas Senate, Legislator 1849. Speaker of House 1854-1856. Served campaigns against Comanches. Lieutenant, Cavalry, Mexican War 1846. Confederate presidential elector 1861. Brigadier General State Militia 1861. Appointed same rank . . . — — Map (db m163775) HM
Near East Commerence Street at North Monumental Street.
Served in the Army of Texas March 6, 1836 to November 16 1837 • Born in Swanton Vermont, September 4, 1815 Died April 15, 1876 Erected by the State of Texas — — Map (db m237182) HM
On E. Commerce Street, on the left when traveling east.
In 1899, John Lang Sinclair became a student at the University of Texas (UT) in Austin. The first UT band was formed in 1900 and Sinclair, possessing an aptitude for music, joined it as well as the Glee Club. The student head of the Glee Club, . . . — — Map (db m30131) HM
Near East Commerce Street, 0.1 miles east of North Palmetto Street.
Native South Carolinian, pioneer doctor and editor, Republic of Texas Congressman, twice State Senator, Jack Hay's adjutant in War with Mexico, fearless Ranger Captain in border and Indian campaigns, Confederate colonel, Mayor of Austin and . . . — — Map (db m163782) HM
August Beisenbach, city clerk of San Antonio states that when he was an 8 year old boy playing on the Alameda (Commerce St.) he witnessed the exhuming of bodies or remains consisting of bones and fragments of bones, of victims of the siege of The . . . — — Map (db m163441) HM
Daughter of Erastus "Deaf" Smith and wife of James Nathaniel Fisk. Born in San Antonio October 28, 1829 - Died November 11, 1890 — — Map (db m208481) HM
On North Pine Street at East Crockett Street, on the left when traveling south on North Pine Street.
African American educator, actress, and community activist Myra Hemmings was born in Gonzales, Texas to Henry and Susan (Dement) Davis. The family moved to San Antonio, where Myra graduated from Riverside High School in 1909. She attended Howard . . . — — Map (db m163398) HM
On East Commerce Street at North Monumental Street, on the left when traveling east on East Commerce Street.
Started here by early Spanish settlers; for making powder to hunt meat and resist Indians. Used charcoal made of wood of Hill Country. From bat guano in such caves as Longhorn Caverns, got saltpeter. Sulphur came by ox-cart or wagon from Mexico. . . . — — Map (db m163405) HM
Near Paso Hondo west of North Palmetto Street, on the right when traveling east.
National Cemetery
San Antonio National Cemetery was established in 1867 on land the city gave to the federal government. The 2-acre parcel occupied a hill about a mile east of the city plaza. By December 1868, the cemetery was enclosed by . . . — — Map (db m163670) HM
On North Mesquite Street at Center Street, on the right when traveling north on North Mesquite Street.
Organized in 1866, St. Paul United Methodist Church was the first established for African Americans in San Antonio. Its origins were in Paine Chapel Methodist Episcopal Church South, which many of the founding members attended prior to . . . — — Map (db m163381) HM
On Chestnut Street south of East Crockett Street, on the right when traveling north.
This two-story structure was the second building at this site to house the activities of the Beacon Light Hall Association, a fraternal organization chartered in 1909 by the Prince Hall Free Masons.
Free Masonry was organized in England as a . . . — — Map (db m245204) HM
On East Commerce Street at Sycamore Street, on the right when traveling west on East Commerce Street.
The Cameo Theater, located at 1123 East Commerce, originally served as one of several segregated film facilities for Black people in San Antonio. The theater was built in 1940, but the Leon, the Ritz, and the Keyhole theaters preceded the Cameo. The . . . — — Map (db m245210) HM
The houses preserved as the Ellis Alley Enclave are what remain of one of the first settlements of African Americans in San Antonio after Emancipation.
Originally part of a Spanish land grant, much of the area was acquired by Dr. Anthony . . . — — Map (db m245205) HM
On Center Street west of North Hoefgen Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
230 N. Center Street, commonly referred to as "The Spire" today, was built in 1884 and was the first home of St. Paul Colored Methodist Church, as it was called during the Reconstruction era after the Civil War. It is the oldest African American . . . — — Map (db m245209) HM
Of the Unknown Dead buried here in the Eighteen Hundreds, this monument honors 35 soldiers who died in service of their country during the Indian Wars and were recently identified through research at Fort Concho National Historic Landmark, San . . . — — Map (db m213072) WM
On South Frank Luke Drive south of Buckner Drive, on the right when traveling south.
In November 1916, Maj. Benjamin Foulois of the Aviation Section of the U.S. Army's Signal Corps chose a tract of land approximately three-fourths of a mile to the southeast of this spot to serve as a flying field for the Army Aviation Corps. In . . . — — Map (db m65285) HM
On Billy Mitchell Boulevard at Morris Witt Street, on the right when traveling east on Billy Mitchell Boulevard.
The first flight of the F-15A was on July 27th, 1972.
The USAF selected the McDonnell Douglas F-15 in December 1969 to meet its requirement for a new all weather tactical aircraft. It was designed to gain and maintain air superiority in aerial . . . — — Map (db m207729) HM
On Mabry Drive, 0.2 miles west of Moorman Drive, on the right when traveling west.
Dedicated 4 May 1979
In Memory of Colonel Neel E. Kearby, a Native Texan Who Gave His Life During World War II in the Service of His Country.
This Gallant Aviator Was Awarded the Medal of Honor for His Courageous Actions Against the . . . — — Map (db m207893) HM WM
Near Castroville Road near South General McMullen Drive.
Houston native Lydia Mendoza was one of the first and most famous singers of the Texas-Mexico border and Latin America. Her 1934 recording of "Mal Hombre” for Bluebird Records launched a decades-long career. Mendoza became famous for . . . — — Map (db m150255) HM
On SW 24th Street at West César E. Chávez, on the right when traveling south on SW 24th Street.
The heritage of this Catholic University reflects the early educational efforts of Jean Martin Moye, an 18th-century French educator, and American bishops at the 1866 Council of Baltimore. In order to carry out the council's mandates, Bishop Dubois . . . — — Map (db m202221) HM
On Mabry Drive at Moorman Drive, on the right when traveling west on Mabry Drive.
Dedicated 9 December 1977
In Memory of Gen. Carl "Tooey" Spaatz, Former Commanding Officer of Kelly Field and First Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force.
This Memorial Proudly Recognizes His 33 Years of Service From 1915 to 1948 . . . — — Map (db m207890) HM WM
On Mabry Drive at Moorman Drive, on the left when traveling west on Mabry Drive.
During World War II, British officials were increasingly concerned with the large-scale need to maintain and repair the Royal Air Force's American-built aircraft. In April 1942, the U.S. Army Air Forces (USAAF) chose the existing Burtonwood Repair . . . — — Map (db m207892) HM
Near So. General McMullen Drive, 0.5 miles south of U.S. 90.
In 1941, the War Department announced the creation of the 99th Pursuit Squadron, the first all-African American combat unit in the Army Air Forces. This unit trained at Tuskegee Institute in Alabama. Fifty African-American Kelly workers (49 men and . . . — — Map (db m59349) HM
On Boerne Stage Road at Frontage Interstate 10 Frontage Road, on the right when traveling east on Boerne Stage Road.
The first World War came to America on April 6, 1917, when President Woodrow Wilson signed the declaration, passed by Congress, that a state of war existed between the United States of America and Germany. Immediately thereafter, eight camps were . . . — — Map (db m163352) HM
On Boerne Stage Road at Scenic Loop Road, on the right when traveling west on Boerne Stage Road.
The exceptional and historic rural atmosphere, vistas, waterways, wildlife, and natural features which are area treasures prompted the 82nd Texas legislature in 2011 to pass House Bill 1499, bestowing historic designation to the Scenic Loop, . . . — — Map (db m163359) HM
On Leslie Road, 0.1 miles south of Braun Road, on the right when traveling south.
Erected in 1906, the Zion Lutheran Church was designed and built by church members in the uniquely American Carpenter Gothic tradition. Skilled at the construction of houses and barns, the farmers of Helotes created a church building reminiscent . . . — — Map (db m166320) HM
On Leslie Road, 0.2 miles south of Braun Road, on the right when traveling south.
The earliest burial in this cemetery occurred upon the death of Anton Gugger, a German immigrant who was interred on his farmland in 1881. In 1906, Gugger's descendants donated this portion of his property to the Zion Lutheran Church of Helotes . . . — — Map (db m166321) HM
On North Palmetto, 0 miles south of East Grayson Street, on the right when traveling north.
The year 1639 marked the first recorded observation of Venus crossing the Sun. Sir Edmund Halley (1656-1742) later predicted that using data from such crossings, known as transits, scientists could precisely quantify the astronomical unit of . . . — — Map (db m179653) HM
Official Historical Medallion - Texas Historical Commission Completed in 1909 for Gen. John Lampham Bullis, this Neo-Classical Revival Residence was designed by San Antonio architect Harvey Page. A native of New York, Bullis spent much of his . . . — — Map (db m35099) HM
On East Grayson Street at Willow Street, on the right when traveling east on East Grayson Street.
Formed in 1883 to serve the Fort Sam Houston community, St. Paul's Parish at once made plans for this edifice. The RT. Rev. R.W.B. Elliott, First Bishop of the Missionary District of West Texas donated the site. Miss Mary Coles of Philadelphia, . . . — — Map (db m179649) HM
Near South Presa Street (State Highway 122) at Koehler Court, on the right when traveling south.
Although Bexar County had three popular mineral water spas at one time, none of the others equaled Hot Wells Hotel's reputation for luxury.
Hot Wells guests could choose from a variety of facilities: 3 swimming pools, 45 private bathing . . . — — Map (db m213243) HM
On Mission Parkway, 0.4 miles south of SE Military Drive (State Highway 13), on the left when traveling south.
Dams Have Been Built along the San Antonio River since the early 1700s when missionaries and Native Americans diverted water from the river into hand-dug ditches (acequias) to irrigate their crops. A system of dams and ditches assured the . . . — — Map (db m213253) HM
On Mission Parkway, 0.4 miles south of SE Military Drive (State Highway 13), on the right when traveling south.
This, the oldest continuously-used Spanish built diversion dam in Texas. Has provided irrigation water since its construction sometime between 1731 and 1745. The portion originally 270 feet long, is built on a natural rock foundation. A east wing is . . . — — Map (db m213283) HM
Founder of Mission San Jose Born August 18, 1657 Valencia, Spain Died August 06, 1726 Mexico City, Mexico
Fray Margil received his holy orders at age twenty-five in Spain. For the next forty-three years he traveled by foot as far south as . . . — — Map (db m163837) HM
Near South Presa Street at Koehler Court, on the right when traveling south.
Hot Sulphur Baths First Attracted Health Seekers to San Antonio's south side in 1892 when Charles Scheuermeyer used water from a nearby artesian well to fill an indoor pool at Southwestern Park. The well was used in 1893 to supply an elaborate . . . — — Map (db m213252) HM
Near South Presa Street (State Highway 122) at Koehler Court, on the right when traveling south.
In 1892 Well Drillers Were Surprised when their well produced 103°F sulphur water instead of the clear artesian water they were hired to locate. Unable to use this water, the State of Texas which owned the well, leased it to Charles . . . — — Map (db m213224) HM
Near South Presa Street (State Highway 122) at Koehler Court, on the right when traveling south.
Hot Sulphur Baths First Attracted health seekers to South Bexar County in 1892 when Charles Scheuermeyer used water from a nearby mineral well to fill an indoor pool at Southwestern Park. The property was later redeveloped by local brewery owner . . . — — Map (db m213225) HM
In the early years, mission Indians lived in small detached houses called jacales. In 1755, eighty-four of these jacales lined "streets" in what is today the plaza. But after 1768, as conflicts with Apaches and Comanches increased, the . . . — — Map (db m32738) HM
On Mission Parkway, 0.4 miles south of SE Military Drive (State Highway 13), on the right when traveling south.
This thornless Moraine Honeylocust from the Kennedy estate at Hyannisport, Massachusetts was presented to the San Antonio River Authority through the efforts of Senator Edward M. Kennedy and was planted on April 24, 1966 in memory of
John . . . — — Map (db m213280) HM WM
"It is truthfully the best of the Americas, and not in the like of the others; nor in all the frontier does the King have an outpost better constructed and easier to defend..."
Fr. Juan Agustín de Morfi, 1777-78
Mission San José and its . . . — — Map (db m33997) HM
Near South Presa Street (State Highway 122) at Koehler Court, on the right when traveling south.
Visitors To Hot Wells Hotel enjoyed nearby attractions, including sightseeing at the Spanish colonial missions and San Antonio International Fair and Exposition, held from 1888 until 1907. As Hot Wells' popularity grew, recreation and amusement . . . — — Map (db m213239) HM
On South Presa Street (State Highway 122) near Koehler Court, on the right when traveling south.
Hot Wells Was A Health Resort and an elegant hotel where visitors bathed and performed water gymnastics in hot mineral rich pools. When not bathing, guests strolled the 100-acre site along the San Antonio River and enjoyed golf, tennis, and . . . — — Map (db m213226) HM
No one knows why this intricate carving is now called "the Rose Window." Possibly dedicated to Saint Rose, its baroque beauty is entangled in many San Antonio legends that whisper of its mystery.
The artistry lavished on the church wall . . . — — Map (db m34069) HM
The missions of San Antonio were far more than just churches, they were communities. Each was a fortified village, with its own church, farm, and ranch. Here, Franciscan friars gathered native peoples, converted them to Catholicism, taught them to . . . — — Map (db m33990) HM
"The church...is a large, beautiful gallery of three vaults with a very pretty cupola...for its size and good taste, it could be the parish church of a great town."
Fr. Juan Agustín de Morfi, 1777-78
The church was central to the . . . — — Map (db m34077) HM
"From this roof one can hunt without risk, in comfort and with good success. I saw so many ducks, geese, and cranes in a nearby field that, as I said, they covered the ground, and so close to the house that it would be impossible to miss the . . . — — Map (db m34065) HM
This road linked the mission of San Antonio with each other and with the rest of Texas and Mexico. The Mission Road carried information, supplies and trade goods, and warnings of attack or danger. Some of the travel routes used by residents of the . . . — — Map (db m33985) HM
Founded in 1905, Rotary International is headquartered in Evanston, Illinois and is the world’s oldest service organization. This plaque is erected on the occasion of the 92nd Annual Convention in which more than 20,000 Rotarians from over 120 . . . — — Map (db m30193) HM
Near East Nueva Street north of Hemisfair Boulevard, on the left when traveling north.
One in a network of ditches begun by the Spanish and their Indian charges at the founding of San Antonio in 1718. Hand-dug and made of dressed limestone, the acequia diverted water from San Antonio River through fields belonging to San Antonio de . . . — — Map (db m195103) HM
On Alamo Street at Market Street, on the right when traveling north on Alamo Street.
Native San Antonian Henry B. Gonzalez spent 45 years in elective public office (city, state, federal) doing what he liked most - serving the people of San Antonio. As his seniority in Congress grew, he developed a greater role in serving the entire . . . — — Map (db m31890) HM
Near South Alamo Street at East Nueva Street, on the right when traveling north.
Mayer Halff (1836-1905) immigrated to Texas from Lauterborg, Alsace Lorraine, France, in 1850. In partnership with his brother Solomon, he opened a mercantile business in Liberty and began a cattle ranching enterprise. They moved to San Antonio in . . . — — Map (db m82808) HM
There is something in the nature of man that will not tolerate the unexplored. Always he finds his perimeter of ground too small, and restless stirrings prod his feet until he has gazed from every peak.
Following this elusive music hundreds of . . . — — Map (db m30215) HM
Alejo de la Encarnación Pérez, infant son of Maria Juana Navarro Pérez, was the youngest known survivor of the 1836 Battle of the Alamo. From 1861 to 1864 Alejo served in the Confederate Army. After the Civil War he served the city of San Antonio in . . . — — Map (db m201644) HM
A Veteran of San Jacinto
Born in San Antonio
1797
Died November 1. 1879
His Wife Teresa Ramon Menchaca
Born in July, 1796
Died February 7, 1874 — — Map (db m201642) HM WM
Veteran in the Texas War for Independence 1835 - 1836 One of the Storming Party Who Entered Bexar December 5, 1835 an Honored Citizen Soldier and Ranger of Texas — — Map (db m201639) HM
A Signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence Born in San Antonio February 27, 1795 Died January 13, 1871 His Wife Margarita de la Garza Navarro Born October 17, 1801 Died July 8, 1861 — — Map (db m201641) HM WM
On U.S. 90 Access Road, 1 mile east of Pinn Road, on the right when traveling west.
A Veteran of San Jacinto, and three of his companions were killed by Indians, as were seven members of a rescue party on the following day — — Map (db m201633) HM
A guide to the Texas Army 1835 • • Born in San Antonio, February, 1815 • • Died September 8, 1894 His Wife Micaela J. Olivarri Born June 10, 1844 Died May 5, 1917 — — Map (db m201645) HM WM
On West César E Chávez Boulevard at South Brazos Street, on the right when traveling east on West César E Chávez Boulevard.
Near this site on Nov. 26, 1835, occurred the Grass Fight, one of the least decisive but certainly most unusual battles of the Texas War for Independence. For more than a month, the Texan forces, composed of both Anglo- and Mexican-Texans, had . . . — — Map (db m201636) HM
On Crofton Avenue at Constance Street, on the left when traveling north on Crofton Avenue.
Built about 1890, this stately late Victorian house combines various influences and styles. The architect was M. T. Eckles, and builder was T. R. Hertzberg, a local businessman. In 1909 Judge Sidney J. Brooks, noted lawyer and first judge of 57th . . . — — Map (db m235103) HM
On Adams Street north of Stieren Street, on the left when traveling north.
German craftsman Carl Schulze (1861-1917) came to San Antonio in the late 1880s and, with his brother Otto, became one of the town's leading homebuilders. This house, built about 1891, served as a residence for Carl and his wife, Agathe (Sobeczek), . . . — — Map (db m235091) HM
On Wickes Street, 0.1 miles south of Stieren Street, on the right when traveling south.
Mexico native Silvestre Revueltas (1899-1940) spent a short but prolific life as a violinist and composer. He came to San Antonio in 1926 and became concertmaster at the Aztec Theatre. He also performed and taught at the San Antonio College of . . . — — Map (db m213306) HM
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