Let's Go There San Felipe Texas and Stephen F Austin colony

San Felipe de Austin was a pivotal site in Texas history, founded by Stephen F Austin after his father Moses Austin's initial efforts. The town became a cultural hub for Anglo settlers and played a significant role in the Texas Revolution. Despite its destruction in 1836, its legacy is preserved through a museum and reconstructed buildings.

What was Moses Austin's primary motivation for seeking an impresario contract in Texas?

• To establish a mining operation

• To gain political influence

• To provide financial security for his family

• To explore new territories

Who helped Moses Austin convince the Spanish governor to approve his plan?

• Baron de Bastrop

• Santa Anna

• Stephen F. Austin

• Sam Houston

What was the name given to the first 300 families that settled in San Felipe?

• The Founding Families

• The Old 300

• The Texas Pioneers

• The Original Settlers

What was a requirement for receiving a land grant in San Felipe?

• Being a native Texan

• Owning a business

• Having military experience

• Being of good moral character

Which event marked the beginning of San Felipe's involvement in the Texas Revolution?

• The Siege of Bexar

• The Battle of the Alamo

• The Conventions of 1832 and 1833

• The signing of the Texas Declaration of Independence

Why was San Felipe burned to the ground in 1836?

• To make way for new development

• Due to a conflict with local settlers

• As a result of a natural disaster

• To prevent the Mexican army from using its resources

What does the modern museum at San Felipe de Austin Historical Site feature?

• Original artifacts from the 1800s

• Reconstructed buildings from the era

• A collection of Texan art

• Interactive exhibits on modern Texas