TEXAS INDEPENDENCE: Celebrating Texas independence at the 
birthplace of Texas ... on Passport to Texas
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Passport to Texas from Texas Parks and Wildlife 

Whether you're a native Texan or got here as soon as you 
could ... the place to be on Saturday and Sunday, March first 
and second is Washington-on-the-Brazos state historic site--
the "Birthplace of Texas," where we'll be celebrating 172 years 
of Texas Independence. [fireworks]

Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site honors the 59 men 
who met there in March 1836 to declare Texas a free and 
independent nation. 

Throughout the weekend historical re-enactors, skilled artisans 
and period musicians [fiddle music] will transport visitors back 
to a time when Texas was a struggling young nation.

In addition, a special ceremony will be held Sunday afternoon 
honoring Texas' past and present ending with a Texas sized birthday 
cake. Maybe it won't really be as big as Texas, but it'll get
pretty darned close.

Because it's a party, tour fees will be waived on this special 
weekend so all Texans -- as well as those who simply love the Lone 
Star State--can learn about our common heritage.

So, make plans to be in Washington, Texas, at Washington-on-the-
Brazos Saturday and Sunday, March 1 & 2, between 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 
both days to celebrate Texas Independence ... at the "Birthplace of 
Texas."

That's our show for today ... For Texas Parks and Wildlife ... I'm Cecilia Nasti.