TEXAS HEROES DAY EVENTS BEGIN FRIDAY IN LA GRANGE

  

A weekend of paying homage to Texas Independence fighters begins tonight (Friday) at the Monument Hill State Historic Site in La Grange.

Texas Heroes Day acknowledges the sacrifices made by those who lived and fought during the Texas Revolution.  The program starts tonight at 6:30 p.m. in the library, with a presentation on “The Men of Mier and Dawson”.

Activities continue Saturday at 9 a.m. at the park with a performance from the Monument Hill Singers.  After that, descendant and historian Dr. Paul Spellman will tell the story of his ancestor Zadock Woods.

Throughout the day, visitors will be able to see demonstrations of pioneer crafts and artifacts, meet with Texas Army re-enactors, and hear cannons and musket volleys as they salute the Texas Heroes during a wreath laying ceremony.  There will also be an auction of historic flags, photos, books, and other documents.

The program Saturday will wrap up at 6:30 p.m. at the museum, with the La Grange High School Drama Club and Fayette County Community Theatre Young Actors performing “Living the Texas Revolution”.

Monument Hill State Historic Site can be found at 414 State Spur 92 in La Grange.  Admission for Texas Heroes Day is free.