The Texas Independence Day Dinner is an annual gala that commemorates the adoption of the Texas Declaration of Independence, which established the Republic of Texas as a nation independent from Mexico on March 2, 1836. Each year, the gala spotlights living Texas legends with the History-Making Texan Award, which recognizes leaders throughout the state for their historic contributions to Texas and to the nation. Proceeds from the evening benefit the educational programs and special projects of the Bullock Texas State History Museum, the official history museum of the State of Texas. There is capacity attendance every year at this black-tie affair, which includes a reception followed by a seated dinner and program.

For more information, contact Jacqui Schraad (512) 320-8204 or email her.

History of Texas Independence Day

On March 1, 1836, a delegation gathered at Washington-on-the-Brazos to consider declaring independence from Mexico. A resolution calling for independence was adopted. George C. Childress was appointed to head a committee of five to draft a declaration, and they prepared a document that followed the outline and main features of the United States Declaration of Independence. The draft was unanimously approved on March 2, and ultimately, fifty-eight delegates signed the document. Thus was born the Republic of Texas.