The centerpiece of this effort is the Palo Alto Battlefield. This 3,40-acre expanse of coastal prairie and dense chaparral is recognized as one of the best preserved battle sites in the nation.

Presently, the park is acquiring property and moving forward with efforts to fully restore the battlefield to its appearance at the time of the 1846 battle. The park is also developing trails, facilities, and visitor services at the site.

Plans are also underway to preserve and interpret the Resaca de la Palma and Fort Brown sites. The National Park Service is working closely with the City of Brownsville, Texas, the International Boundary and Water Commission, and other private and public entities to preserve these internationally important sites.

Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Site currently operates an interim visitor facility from its offices at 1623 Central Boulevard in Brownsville, Texas - on the second floor of the International Bank of Commerce Building.

The center offers exhibits, an orientation video, information, and special programs on an occasional basis.

The park also offers interim access to the battlefield - which lies at the intersection of FM 511 and FM 1847 in Brownsville. On-site offerings will increase as the park moves forward with development plans.

For additional information,
Write:

Palo Alto Battlefield
National Historic Site
1623 Central Blvd., Suite 213
Brownsville, TX 78520

956-541-2785
paal_interpretation@nps.gov
http://www.nps.gov/paal