The San Jacinto Museum and Battlefield Association is dedicated to the interpretation and commemoration of the Battle of San Jacinto, its participants, and the site’s significant role in the creation of Texas as a new Republic. The Association strives to engage and educate the public and encourage historical inquiry; to collect, preserve, and share materials of historical and cultural significance of the region; to illustrate and tell the chronological story of Texas through educational programming and exhibits; and to promote archaeological and preservation initiatives at the site.