Fort Concho - San Angelo, Texas

Fort Concho - San Angelo, Texas

The history of the past is kept alive at Fort Concho with its 23 original and restored buildings on 40 acres of land available for all to visit.  The fort was originally established in 1867 as a pivot post on the frontier line replacing Fort Chadbourne.

The majority of the buildings were constructed of stone with pecan-wood beams and rafters.  The skill of the German craftsman from Fredericksburg created these outstanding buildings that are still there for you to see today.

The duties of the frontier troops was to protect the stagecoaches and wagon trains that crossed the area, to escort the U.S. Mail runs, explore and map new territory and when necessary, be ready to protect the area from the Comanche and Apache tribes.

This fort was served by both cavalry and infantry.  Both black and white soldiers were stationed here.  The post was also the headquarters of the famed "BuffaloSoldiers" of the 10th Cavalry.

In the late 1800s the railroad had arrived in West Texas so military protection was no longer necessary.  The fort was closed during a ceremony on June 20, 1889 when one small remaining company of the 19th Infantry took down the flag at evening retreat and left for San Antonio the next day.

Of the buildings that have been restored to their original appearance there are approximately 10 with either period interiors or displays to see.  The displays cover military history, the heritage of San Angelo and West Texas, and the daily life of a soldier and officer.

Open: Tues. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sun. 1 - 5 p.m.; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s.

Location: 630 S. Oakes, Fort Concho, Texas 76903

Telephone: 325-481-2646

While you are visiting Fort Concho you will be able to visit the E. H. Danner Museum of Telephony