Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Site - Texas


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Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Site
Photo of Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Site courtesy NPS

On May 8, 1846 troops of the United States and Mexico clashed on the prairie of Palo Alto in the first battle of a two-year war.

Signed into law in June 1992, Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Site preserves the 3,400-acre scene of this clash between nations and informs visitors about its national and international importance. As the only unit of the National Park Service with a primary focus on the U.S.-Mexican War, Palo Alto Battlefield also interprets the entire conflict--including the details of its origins and the broad range of consequences. In an effort to turn a scene of conflict into a place of bi-national exchange and understanding, all research and interpretation conducted by the park reflects perspectives of both the United States and Mexico.


Facilities available at Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Site:



Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Site website
Recreation Area Map
Park Email: PAAL_Interpretation@nps.gov

Phone numbers
Visitor Information 956-541-2785

Address
1623 Central Boulevard, Rm 213
Brownsville, TX 78520-8326