Republic of the Rio Grande Museum

Part of the Republic of the Rio Grande Capitol Building is today a museum

Hacienda office at the Republic of the Rio Grande Capitol Building Museum

Kitchen of a period hacienda

Hacienda bedroom

Republic of the Rio Grande Museum is located in the downtown San Agustin Historical District in Laredo, Texas, United States, next to the historic La Posada Hotel, previously the site of the former Laredo High School.^[1] It was built in 1830 as a house. Among the people who have lived there was Bartolomé García, who one of Laredo's mayors.

Once the Republic of the Rio Grande capitol building, it now showcases memorabilia from the short-lived Republic of the Rio Grande and displays pictures, books, and furniture from the 19th century Laredo area. There are three restored rooms: an office and sitting area, a bedroom, and a kitchen. Because of this Republic, Laredo had flown seven flags instead of the traditional Six flags over Texas.

The museum is operated by the Webb County Heritage Foundation, a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization chartered in 1980 to promote historic preservation, education, and tourism. The museum offers guided tours for school age children and adults year-round.

References

1. Republic of the Rio Grande Museum Home Page

Coordinates: 27°30′06″N 99°30′22″W / 27.5018°N 99.5062°W

External links

• Republic of the Rio Grande Museum - Webb County Heritage Foundation