Spanish Texas during the American Revolution: Life & Legacy, 1775–1783

The Mexican American Museum of Texas (TMAMT) cordially invites you to a curated preview of our 2026 exhibition Spanish Texas during the American Revolution: Life & Legacy, 1775–1783 VIP Reception Thursday, May 21, 2026 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. – Welcome Remarks J. Erik Jonsson Central Library – 8th Floor 1515 Young Street Dallas, Texas 75201 Business Casual or Period Dress Beverages and light appetizers will be served Complimentary underground parking available from Wood Street “This exhibition expands the narrative of the American Revolution beyond the thirteen colonies, ensuring the contributions of Texas Hispanos are more fully recognized.” — Tim Seiter, PhD, Historian, Author, UT Tyler Professor The full exhibition opens in early August at The Heritage Society Museum in Sam Houston Park and will travel throughout Texas for eight years—reflecting the duration of the Revolution. Visitors will experience an immersive and authentic portrayal of foodways, medicine, labor, leisure, and the enduring resilience of Tejano communities in a region profoundly shaped by Native peoples.