Surrounded by the beauty of the historic Alamo Gardens, an unforgettable evening commemorated the 190th anniversary of the Battle of the Alamo and raised more than $1.5 million to preserve this sacred site for generations to come.
Lantern light fell across limestone walls that have stood for nearly two centuries as San Antonio gathered in the Alamo Gardens for an evening that held both reverence and possibility. The Alamo 190 Salute was not merely a celebration of history. It was a reminder of why history asks something of us, and how a city answers.
Presented by the Kate Marmion Charitable Foundation and chaired by Margaret and D.B. Briscoe alongside committee members Leah and Brad Lacy and O’Kelley and Paul Little, the evening honored the 190th anniversary of the Battle of the Alamo. Guests began the night with cocktails and exclusive tours inside the historic Cavalier Building before gathering beneath the open sky of the Gardens for a program that unfolded under the stars.
Among the most anticipated moments was an exclusive preview of the Texas Cavaliers Education Center, an innovative learning space designed to ignite curiosity and welcome visitors of all ages. The Texas Cavaliers helped launch the project with a landmark five million dollar gift, and the Kate Marmion Charitable Foundation completed it with a final five million dollar contribution, ensuring the space would become a reality rather than a dream deferred.
By the close of the evening, guests had raised more than $1.5 million in support of the Remember the Alamo Foundation’s mission to preserve and protect this sacred site. Preservation, at its most meaningful, is an act of love. The Education Center is where that love becomes a doorway, opening the Alamo to the curious minds who will carry its story forward for generations to come.
To learn more or to support the mission, visit thealamo.org/190.
THE VOICE:
Eleanora Morrison
Eleanora (Ellie) Morrison is a fifth-generation San Antonian and the Co-Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Voice of San Antonio, a platform dedicated to amplifying visionary voices in the city. As Editor-in-Chief, she leads both editorial and creative direction, shaping the platform’s voice, visual identity, and storytelling approach. With a background in arts, culture, and media, Ellie has always had a passion for telling stories that reflect the diverse, vibrant spirit of San Antonio. Her work strives to elevate local voices, showcasing the city’s rich cultural heritage and supporting its future growth. In addition to her editorial role, Ellie is a multi-disciplinary creative leading projects that shape spaces, conversations, and community in San Antonio and beyond. Connect with her on social media @eleanoramorrison.