What we do
The Friends of Kreische Brewery & Monument Hill State Historic Sites is dedicated to to sharing and preserving the historical grounds and the stories of life on the Bluff in the 19th century. In direct partnership with the Texas Historical Commission, our members act as patrons to the sites to promote the history of the Kreische family and their standing house and brewery, as well as ensuring the remembrance of the men involved in the Dawson and Mier Expeditions.
We support the historic sites in many aspects, including:
Community Outreach
Friends share our stories with new and diverse audiences by participating in community events and forming partnerships. | Education Friends make history meaningful by supporting the development of education programs for students and adults. |
Special Events & Programs
Friends develop and host memorable events and programs that celebrate Texas heritage. | Fundraising Friends raise funds to support the Sites' education programs, historic preservation projects, and other needs. |
Celebrating the Holidays
The Friends help you get into the holiday spirit with its annual Trail of Lights event. Visitors enjoy German-Texas Christmas traditions and unique light displays. | Honoring our German-Texan Heritage
| Remembering Texans' Sacrifices
Every September, the Friends host the Monument Hill Remembrance to honor the 52 soldiers of the Republic of Texas who are buried on Monument Hill. |
Our Community Partners
The Friends of Kreische Brewery & Monument Hill State Historic Sites is one of several local organizations dedicated to Texas Heritage. We work together to support education and preservation efforts.
Texas Historical Commission
The Texas Historical Commission (THC) is the state agency for historic preservation. We save the real places that tell the real stories of Texas.
Friends of the Texas Historical Commission
Friends of the Texas Historical Commission partners with the Texas Historical Commission to preserve and protect the cultural heritage of Texas, securing private philanthropic resources to ensure a lasting legacy for future generations.
La Grange Main Street
The La Grange Main Street program will celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2021! True grit, dreams, historic preservation of buildings and economic vitality lie at the heart of the Texas Historical Commission’s Main Street program. The overall goal of the Texas Main Street Program is to revitalize historic downtowns, thereby bringing the city’s center back to its historic location, creating community pride, and establishing a unique environment for all to enjoy.
Visit Fayette County
The Fayette County Tourism Association (FCTA) is a 501 (c) 6 organization whose purpose is to increase the economic and other benefits of tourism for Fayette County, Texas. By increasing the number of tourists, encouraging longer stays, and increasing the spending by tourists. FCTA strives to be the preferred source of tourism information for visitors to Fayette County.
Fayette County Historical Commission
The Fayette County Historical Commission's purpose is to identify and document local historical sites, persons and occurrences; attempt to preserve those sites that are endangered; and to promote local history.