American 250th: Artillery Demo
10:00a to 4:00p
Sat, July 04, 2026
Sat, July 04, 2026
Join us for this 4th of July celebration as we fire the cannons, display firearms, and watch military drills conducted by our reenactors.
Explore the historic 19th-century buildings to get a better feel for what the 4th of July would have felt like in 1870.
Things you should know:
- Meet: Parade grounds
- Cannons: Fired hourly between 10 AM - 4 PM
- Bring: Drinking water, sunscreen and earplugs
- Cost: Attendance is open to the public and free AFTER regular day pass or camping fees. Park admission is free with a Texas State Park Pass (purchased before the event)
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