Don't miss out on the Remember the Alamo™ Guided Tour, where you'll explore the heroes and events that have made the story of the Alamo captivating for generations of Texans!. 🎟️ Tickets are limited and likely to sell out fast, so get your tickets today:

August's Volunteer of Excellence is Joe Pichler! 🤩 . Joe began volunteering at the Alamo in 2008. Joe's favorite part about volunteering at the Alamo is being surrounded by people who revere history!

August 17, 1786 - David Crockett was born near Limestone, Tennessee. David Crockett, famed frontiersman and politician, is celebrated for his bravery at the Battle of the Alamo in 1836. Crockett's legacy endures as a hero and an Alamo Defender.

Don't miss out on the Remember the Alamo™ Guided Tour, where you'll explore the heroes and events that have made the story of the Alamo captivating for generations of Texans!. 🎟️ Tickets are limited and likely to sell out fast, so get your tickets today:

August's Ambassador of Excellence is Collections Manager Misty Lanham!. Misty joined the Alamo team in August 2015! Her favorite thing about the Alamo is that there is something in the Alamo's story for everyone, even with visitors from around the world.

Celebrate the life and legacy of David Crockett! . Join us at the Alamo on Saturday, August 16, from 10 am to 2 pm for a day of fun and discovery, featuring games, living history demonstrations, and more as we pay tribute to the Lion of the West!

Alamo Archaeology Church preservation update! ⛏️. A flake was recovered from EU-33. EU-35 has exposed mission period wall foundations and unique artifacts—a handmade, 2-holed button and Valero ceramic sherds were recovered from the unit. Read more here:

New date added! 🌟. The August 15th tour is sold out, so we added a new tour on August 14th due to popular demand!. Gain private, after-hours access to the Alamo Exhibit and see treasured David Crockett artifacts. Get your tickets here:

Artifact of the month! 🚲. “Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure” Stunt Bicycle. This screen-used bicycle was featured in the motion picture “Pee-wee’s Big Adventure”, starring Paul Reubens as Pee-wee Herman.

Thank you to everyone who traveled from across the nation and Texas to be among the first to see Pee-wee Herman’s one-and-only screen-used stunt bicycle make its way to the Alamo. It’s now on display in the Alamo Exhibit through the end of the year!

Claim your place in history by sponsoring your own big and bright Texas Star inside the future Alamo Visitor Center and Museum! 🌟. Sponsor now and receive a limited-edition Alamo Challenge Coin and commemorative Alamo Pin—while supplies last!

August 9, 1809 - William Barret Travis is born. Many sources say Travis was born on August 9th while others say August 1st. The family Bible records August 9th, 1809. On February 24, 1836, one of the most famous letters in American history was written by William B. Travis.

Bella the Alamo Cat says Happy International Cat Day to all the cats and cat lovers across the world! 😻 . 🚲 She also calls all Friends of the Alamo members to attend the sneak peek preview of Pee-wee Herman's bike tonight at 6 pm!. Get your FREE tickets:

William Barret Travis was born on August 9, 1809, and died on March 6, 1836, while defending the Alamo. To mark his birthday, the Alamo Gift Shop offers history enthusiasts a wide selection of Travis items! . Take a part of history home with you:

We invite all Friends of the Alamo members to see the original screen-used stunt bike from the classic 1985 film Pee-wee’s Big Adventure up close during a special members only sneak peek before this exhibit opens to the public. Tickets are FREE! ⤵️

Alamo Archaeology Church Preservation update! . Excavations began in EUs 30, 33, and 37 excavation continued in EU-35. A shell button on a stone, decorated earthenware, a bottle finish and lead glazed ceramics were found. Read more here:

New date added! 🌟. The August 15th tour is sold out so we added a new tour on August 14th due to popular demand!. Gain private, after hours access to the Alamo Exhibit and see treasured David Crockett artifacts. Get your tickets here:

Experience the Alamo Church in stunning 4K resolution and explore the Shrine of Texas Liberty through our virtual tour. With 360-degree views, it's like being there in person!. Visit our website to take the tour now:

RT @bellaalamocat: To celebrate the 40th anniversary of Pee-wee’s Big Adventure, the original, screen-used bicycle will go on display at th….

Summer's not over yet; there's plenty of time to make unforgettable memories at the Alamo with your family, friends, and loved ones! ☀️. Plan your visit here: