Sons of the Republic of Texas to Host Texas Independence Day Ceremony at Washington on the Brazos

BAY CITY, Texas – The Sons of the Republic of Texas (SRT) remind Texans that March 2 marks Texas Independence Day, commemorating the signing of the Texas Declaration of Independence in 1836.

 

In observance of the 189th anniversary, the SRT, in partnership with Washington on the Brazos State Historic Site and the Descendants of the Signers of the Texas Declaration, will host a ceremony at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 2, at the historic site.

The event will feature remarks from local officials, with Justice Ken Wise of the Texas 14th Court of Appeals, Place 7, serving as the keynote speaker. The public is invited to attend.

 

The Washington on the Brazos State Historic Site is located at 23400 Park Road 12 in Washington, Texas.

 

For more information about the event, contact Michael D. Wilson, KSJ, at mdwilson2929@gmail.com.

 

Texans unable to attend are encouraged to celebrate Texas Independence Day with their own observances.

 

The Sons of the Republic of Texas is dedicated to preserving the memory and spirit of those who fought for and maintained Texas’ independence. Membership is open to male descendants of Republic of Texas residents. For more information, visit www.srttexas.org.