The Alamo To Unveil Historic Benjamin Milam Portrait

The Alamo invites you to attend a special unveiling ceremony on December 6, at 10:30 a.m. in the Ralston Family Collections Center. This special event will introduce a historic portrait of Texas hero Benjamin Rush Milam, a crucial figure in the Siege and Battle of Béxar. Painted around 1819 by renowned American artist Matthew Harris Jouett, this portrait brings the legacy of Benjamin Milam to life for generations to come.

The unveiling will be accompanied by remarks from Dr. Kate Rogers, Executive Director of the Alamo Trust, and members of the Alamo's Historian and Collections Staff. Their comments will illuminate how this acquisition supports the Alamo’s ongoing mission to preserve and share the site’s 300-year history through the progressing Alamo Plan—a project aimed at enhancing the visitor experience and safeguarding this cherished landmark for generations to come.

What:   Unveiling of the Benjamin Milam Portrait and Curatorial Talk

Who:    Public

When:  Friday, December 6, 2024 at 10:30 a.m.

Where: Ralston Family Collections Center at the Alamo - located behind Alamo Church
              300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205

Press Attendance and Parking
Media representatives interested in attending or requiring assistance with parking arrangements can contact Jonathan Huhn at Jhuhn@TheAlamo.org or 210-867-7717 in advance.

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.