Step Back In Time - Discover Essential Frontier Skills at the Alamo's "Texas Trades" Living History Event!

Come experience the essential skills required for survival on the Texas frontier during the early 19th century at the Alamo's upcoming living history event, "Texas Trades," on Saturday, May 6th. "Texas Trades" will transport visitors back in time to witness how the early Texans used trades such as blacksmithing, weaving, and tailoring. Although these skills may seem old-fashioned today, they were once vital.
 
The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. throughout the Alamo grounds. It is free for all to attend. Visitors of all ages will have the opportunity to learn about trades prevalent in early 1800s Texas, including woodworking, textiles, blacksmithing, sewing, and weaving. The Alamo's Living History team, donning 19th-century attire and using 19th-century tools, will provide visitors with a hands-on experience of these trades.
 
Don't miss this exciting opportunity to learn about the skills that were crucial for early Texans' survival. Join us for "Texas Trades" at the Alamo to immerse yourself in the rich history of Texas.

What:   Texas Trades

Who:    Public

When:  Saturday, May 6, 2023; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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

About Alamo Trust, Inc. | Located in the heart of San Antonio, the Alamo stands as a Shrine to Texas Liberty. Alamo Trust, Inc., or the Alamo, tells the story of Texas Independence as part of its rich and diverse 300-year history to over 1.6 million visitors every year and is the #1 most visited destination in the State of Texas. 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.