The Alamo Visitor Center and Museum Construction Kickoff Ceremony

The Alamo is proud to announce the Construction Kickoff Ceremony of the highly anticipated Alamo Visitor Center and Museum. The ceremony will take place on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at 10:00 AM in front of the historic Alamo Church and is open to the public.

Special guests for this momentous occasion include Lt. Governor Dan Patrick, General Land Office Commissioner Dr. Dawn Buckingham, Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai, San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg, and Alamo Trust, Inc. Executive Director Dr. Kate Rogers.

Adding to the day's excitement, Fort Sam’s Own” 323d Army Band Brass Quintet will perform, bringing their renowned musical talent to the celebration and setting a patriotic tone as we commemorate this significant milestone in Texas history.

The new Alamo Visitor Center and Museum, part of the $550 million Alamo Plan, will be a world-class facility preserving the Alamo’s 300-year history. The museum will deepen public understanding of the Alamo through eight immersive galleries and a state-of-the-art 4D theater, from its early Indigenous inhabitants to the Texas Revolution and beyond. Scheduled for completion in 2027, the facility will enhance the visitor experience for Texas's premiere tourist destination, contributing to the cultural and economic growth of San Antonio.

Join us for this historic moment and celebrate the future of the Lone Star State's top tourist destination.

What:   Alamo Visitor Center and Museum Construction Kickoff Ceremony

Who:    Public

When:  Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 10 a.m.

Where: The Alamo
              300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205

About Alamo Trust, Inc. | Alamo Trust, Inc. (ATI) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that oversees the daily operations at the Alamo and the implementation of the Alamo Plan. Located in the heart of San Antonio, the Alamo stands as the Shrine of Texas Liberty. More than 1.6 million visitors travel to the site each year, making it the #1 most visited destination in the State of Texas. The 300-year history of the Alamo is world-renowned and represents the core of Texas’ identity today. In 1960, the Alamo was designated a United States National Historic Landmark, and in 2015, it became part of the Lone Star State's only UNESCO World Heritage Site. Witness living history, experience authentic artifacts, and explore an iconic landmark that shaped the country. Visit theAlamo.org.