On July 2, the Alamo will proudly reopen the restored Paseo del Alamo, the site’s historic connection to the San Antonio River Walk. Originally completed in 1981, the Paseo del Alamo was designed to connect the Alamo to the River Walk, linking the state’s #1 and #2 tourist destinations in a meaningful and symbolic way.
As the community marks 45 years since its original debut, the restored Paseo features native landscaping, shaded walkways, and fully ADA-compliant paths with an elevator to increase accessibility between street level and river level. A rainwater-harvesting cistern reduces reliance on local water utilities while honoring the original design’s focus on water as a life-giving resource.
The Paseo also includes a new Alamo Welcome Center with ticketing as well as convenience items for sale. Just as the Alamo Welcome Center at the Menger Hotel greets guests arriving from street level, the Welcome Center at the Paseo will provide a hospitable touchpoint for guests arriving from the River Walk.
Former U.S. Secretary of State and Wife Renda Gift the Alamo $1 million in Support of Transformational Alamo Plan
Former U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and his wife Renda generously donated $1 million in support of the transformational Alamo Plan that is restoring and redeveloping Texas’ most treasured historic site. The Tillersons’ gift will be recognized outside of the Alamo Welcome Center at the Paseo del Alamo. Guests will be able to visit the Welcome Center at the Paseo for the first time, just as America is celebrating its 250th anniversary on the Fourth of July.
In making the contribution, Secretary Tillerson said: “The Alamo, the Shrine of Texas Liberty, stands as a reminder to us all of the sacrifices required in the pursuit of freedom. Renda and I are proud to be part of the once-in-a-lifetime effort to transform the Alamo into a world-class historic site that will inspire generations to come.”
The Alamo’s Archaeology Team Discovers Second Battle-Era Cannonball In Three Months
The Alamo’s archaeology team has unearthed another fully intact, solid cannonball that can be traced to the Battle of the Alamo era. It is the second cannonball the team has discovered in three months. This latest iron cannonball and the initial bronze cannonball were found in adjacent excavation units outside the northeast corner of the Alamo Church, at approximately the same depth. While additional analysis is forthcoming, based on soil layers and primary sources from the Mexican Army, Alamo experts believe both cannonballs were used during the Siege and Battle of the Alamo.
Stories Bigger Than Texas: The Alamo Podcast The Alamo is proud to announce our “Stories Bigger Than Texas” podcast was selected as a 2026 Award of Excellence winner by the American Association for State and Local History’s Leadership in History Awards. The AASLH Leadership in History Awards are the most prestigious recognition for achievement in the preservation and interpretation of state and local history. New episodes are released on Thursdays. Listen to the podcast now!
Young Texans Tour Perfect for kids of all ages, the Young Texans Tour is an interactive introduction to the incredible story of the Alamo and returns to the Alamo on Friday, July 3, 2026! Led by expert Alamo tour guides and living historians, young guests will step back in time to discover what life was like for the brave Alamo Defenders and the families who lived here when it served as a Spanish mission. Reserve tickets!
Celebrate America 250 with these patriotic items! 🇺🇸
William Barret Travis Agrees to Settle in Austin’s Colony This document, dated May 23, 1831, is an agreement between William B. Travis and Stephen F. Austin as a settler in his colony. Travis agreed to pay Austin 10 dollars upon receiving a title to land and an additional 40 dollars a year later. This artifact is part of the Phil Collins Texana Collection.
Independence Day | Free July 4th | 9 am to 3 pm Celebrate Independence Day at the Alamo! The Alamo’s Living History team will dress in period clothing and offer free, family-friendly activities including a patriotic flag project, a children’s drill-and-march lesson, and a battle drum program. Additionally, our popular daily musket firing demonstration will take place at 10:30 a.m. on Plaza de Valero.
U.S. Army Quintet & Band Performance | Free July 4th | 6 pm to 8 pm Fort Sam’s Own 323rd Army Brass Quintet and Rock Band will be performing live on the pavilion stage at Plaza de Valero! Guests are encouraged to bring chairs and picnic blankets to the greenspace in front of the historic Menger Hotel. The performance from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. is free and open to the public.
Art at the Alamo | Purchase Tickets July 17th | 6 pm to 8 pm Join renowned San Antonio artist Ricky Armendariz for an exclusive evening showcasing his masterpiece, Texas Tree of Life: A Tribute to the Independent Spirit of San Antonio, the largest composition he has ever undertaken, on display now in the all-new Texas Cavaliers Education Center at the Alamo.
