Many laws of young Tejas were adopted creating local governments that governed this region until the declaration of Texas Independence was signed, creating a new government for Texas.

The Governor's Palace is the only remaining example in Texas of an aristocratic early Spanish house. The keystone above the front doors, engraved with a double-headed eagle, a simplified version of the coat of arms of King Ferdinand VI of Spain and the words, "ano 1749 se acabo." This was the residence of the presidio captain who represented the King of Spain in the Governor's absence. The sculpture of the Conquistador in front of the house was a gift from Spain in 1977. The structure is the property of the City of San Antonio and is maintained as a museum by the Parks and Recreation Department.

For an added educational experience at the Palace, visitors are encouraged to visit on the last Sunday of the month from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. when La Compania de Cavalleria del RealPresidio de Bexar, visits. This Living History group wears the uniform and carries escopetas similar to the ones used by their historical predecessors. They share information with visitors about this period in history.

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