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Washington-on-the-Brazos’s Vibrant Community Festivals and Events Washington-on-the-Brazos hosts several annual festivals and events that celebrate its historical significance and community spirit. Texas Independence Day, celebrated on March 2, is a major event that includes reenactments, music, food, and educational activities. Washington-on-the-Brazos is known as “the Birthplace of Texas” because here 59 representatives wrote and signed Texas’ Declaration of Independence from Santa Anna’s lawless Mexican government, declaring Texas to be an independent republic. People revere Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site as the site of the signing of the Texas Declaration of Independence on March 2, 1836. Thereafter, despite great personal risk, the delegates continued meeting until they had drafted a constitution and established the new nation’s first lasting government. The Texas Declaration of Independence was the formal declaration of independence of the Republic of Texas from Mexico in the Texas Revolution. It was adopted at the Convention of 1836 at Washington-on-the-Brazos on March 2, 1836, and was formally signed the next day after mistakes were noted in the text. On March 2, 1836, Texas formally declared its independence from Mexico. The Texas Declaration of Independence was signed at Washington-on-the-Brazos, now commonly referred to as the “birthplace of Texas.” Texas preserves the memory of this revered moment at Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site, a 293-acre park that includes Independence Hall (a replica of the building where the delegates convened and adopted the Declaration of Independence), Barrington Living History Farm, and the Star of the Republic Museum. Washington, better known as Washington-on-the-Brazos, is best known as the location of the drafting and signing of the Texas Declaration of Independence. As the meeting place where the Ad Interim government of the Republic was formed, it thus became the first temporary capital of the Republic. Original oil painting courtesy of Ken Turner Traditionally, Texans celebrate March 2 as Texas Independence Day. A constitutional convention was convened on March 1, 1836, by the Washington- on-the-Brazos to declare Texas free from Mexico. On March 2, 1836, a rough draft was drawn up and attendees began to sign the first document. Explore the rich history of Washington-on-the-Brazos, a pivotal political and commercial center in early Texas, known for its role in the Texas Declaration of Independence and its development as a riverport. This document is the Texas Declaration of Independence, completed and approved by vote on March 2, 1836. The 59 delegates attending the Convention of 1836 at Washington-on-the-Brazos, each representing one of the settlements in Texas, signed the declaration over the next several days, after which five copies were made and dispatched to the Join us for A Toast to Texas Family Festival on March 1st at Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site as we celebrate the Anniversary of Signing of the Texas Declaration of Independence on March 2, 1836. By the time the Convention of 1836 met at Washington-on-the-Brazos on March 1, 1836, such temporizing was no longer acceptable. On the first day, Convention President Richard Ellis appointed a committee to draft a Declaration of Independence. The Washington-on-the-Brazos Historical Foundation Board members spoke to the Descendants of the Signers of the Texas Declaration of Independence, during the 2023 celebration, sharing the great plans for the future growth of the park where “Texas Became Texas” on March 2, 1836. The 31 million dollar renovation to completely expand the Star of the Republic Museum, Visitors Center, and Key historical events underscore Washington County’s importance in Texas history. The signing of the Texas Declaration of Independence on March 2, 1836, marked a defining moment. Delegates from across Texas convened at Washington-on-the-Brazos to declare independence from Mexico, effectively giving birth to the Republic of Texas. The Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site, known as “Where Texas Became Texas,” marks the location where 59 delegates declared independence from Mexico in 1836, formally establishing the Republic of Texas. Washington-on-the-Brazos, Texas, is an unincorporated community along the Brazos River in Washington County. Officially called Washington, it is best known for being the site of the Convention of 1836 and the signing of the Texas Declaration of Independence. In the mid-1850s, Washington suffered a mortal blow when the railroad bypassed it. The Civil War sealed its fate. Today Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site and Star of the Republic Museum reside where the town of Washington once flourished, honoring the men and women who risked their lives and gave us Texas. 1836 Texas Declaration of Independence On March 2, 1836, the Texas Declaration of Independence was presented to the Convention of 1836 at Washington-on-the-Brazos. Like the United States Declaration of Independence, the Texas Declaration has a statement on the nature of government, a list of grievances and a declaration of independence. After signing the original document (which is in the The Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site is devoted to preserving the historic origination of the state. Administered by the Texas Parks and Wildlife, this 50 acre site provides history buffs a chance to sit in the actual spot where the Texas Declaration of Independence was ratified and signed. People revere Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site as the site of the signing of the Texas Declaration of Independence on March 2, 1836. Thereafter, despite great personal risk, the delegates continued meeting until they had drafted a constitution and established the new nation’s first lasting government.
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