San Antonio History
San Antonio is history! There are fewer places rich in history like Bexar County and San Antonio Texas. The Alamo is one of the top historical attractions in the United States. The mission trail is a path through San Antonio's origins. Our city was a central location in the fight for independence from Mexico and thus explains our unique Mexican heritage. San Antonio is home to numerous historical markers that detail the hundreds of years of existence and growth. You can see historical places where battles were fought, famous Americans past and present started and lived their lives, or where native Americans occupied the San Antonio landscape. Historical San Antonio is a history lesson in itself.
The historical architecture in San Antonio is preserved by the zoning laws set out by city government and organizations such as the San Antonio Conservation Society.
Spanish Missions
The Spanish Missions are a huge part of San Antonio's history. The missions were the "beginnings" of this city and region. The missions are part of the National Parks historic monuments and are a huge draw for tourists and cultural heritage education.
Legends and Stories
San Antonio is host to many long lived stories and tales. We'll show you places that are still home to the spirits that lived or visited long ago. Not too scary...but hauntingly historical.
San Antonio River Blue Hole
The history of San Antonio's famed river begins at the San Antonio Springs. The Blue Hole is the recognized origin of the San Antonio River and is an historical landmark registered with the National Register of Historic Places.
Fort Sam Houston Quadrangle
The Quadrangle is the oldest building at Fort Sam Houston dating back to 1876 when it was built as a supply depot. Today, Fort Sam Houston is the headquarters of the Fifth U.S. Army with the Quadrangle still being is historical centerpiece.
San Antonio History Links
San Antonio Conservation Society
San Antonio Historic Preservation Office
Daughters of the Republic of Texas Library