The visitor center features an exhibit area features interactive exhibits, artifacts, and Mexican War era military uniforms. The center also offers a 15-minute video—”War on the Rio Grande.” The video gives an overview of the war and is available in English and Spanish. The visitor center includes a small book store with over 100 book titles and specialty items. Don’t forget to get your national parks passport book stamped! Ask for the stamp at the front desk.
Directions
Palo Alto Battlefield is located on Brownsville’s north side near the city of Los Fresnos. It is located at the just north of the intersection of FM 1847 (Paredes Line Rd.) and FM 511/FM 550.
GPS Coordinates
Latitude 26° 1′ 0.4210″ N
Longitude 97° 28′ 44.2085″ W