Spanish Governor's Palace, 1749
The Spanish Governor’s Palace served as the residence and headquarters of the captain of the Presidio de Bexar, who represented the King of Spain in the governor’s absence. The earliest section of the building was constructed in 1720. However, the date of 1749 carved into the Hapsburg coat-of-arms above the door provided the first clue to the building’s history after decades of alterations and neglect. The combined efforts of San Antonian Adina de Zavala’s Texas Historical and Landmarks Association and the San Antonio Conservation Society saved the building in the early 20th century.
Designed around a central landscaped courtyard, the building’s appearance today primarily reflects reconstruction efforts by San Antonio architect Harvey P. Smith in 1929-1930. The City of San Antonio owns the Spanish Governor’s Palace and maintains it as a museum with period furnishings. The Spanish Governor’s Palace is also a designated National Historic Landmark, one of only seven in San Antonio. The sculpture of the conquistador in front of the building represents a gift from Spain acquired in 1977.
Designed around a central landscaped courtyard, the building’s appearance today primarily reflects reconstruction efforts by San Antonio architect Harvey P. Smith in 1929-1930. The City of San Antonio owns the Spanish Governor’s Palace and maintains it as a museum with period furnishings. The Spanish Governor’s Palace is also a designated National Historic Landmark, one of only seven in San Antonio. The sculpture of the conquistador in front of the building represents a gift from Spain acquired in 1977.
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Spanish Governor's
Palace, 1749
105 Plaza De Armas
San Antonio, TX 78205
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