Tejana Women Roles and Lifestyles during the time of the Texas Revolution with Amy M. Porter

Tejanas were the backbone of Spanish Texas society. Their roles in their families and in their communities have been obscured by archival evidence that focuses on government and public institutions. Yet, glimpses of the womens experiences appear in the documents as well as artifacts and family histories. Life in early Texas was tough, and women persisted through hardship and violence. The Texas Revolution was no exception as Tejanas experienced the Siege of Béxar and the Alamo as well as the changes brought with independence and then incorporation into the United States. Through all of the tumult, Tejanas persisted, maintained their family stories, and contributed to the culture and economy of Texas. This presentation will offer insights into the experiences of Tejanas before, during, and after Texas independence focusing on broad patterns as well as telling individual stories of remarkable women.

Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Talk: 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Q&A: 6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Reception: 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location: San Jacinto Museum