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Candy Cartridges


*The event has already taken place on this date: Sun, 05/07/2023
During the Texas Revolution, Mexican soldiers fired pre-made cartridges filled with black powder and a musket ball wrapped in paper. Learn how they worked by making your own replica cartridge using candy in place of the bullet and gunpowder.

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During the Texas Revolution, Mexican soldiers fired pre-made cartridges filled with black powder and a musket ball wrapped in paper. Learn how they worked by making your own replica cartridge using candy in place of the bullet and gunpowder. We'll provide the materials; all you need is your creativity.

When: Sunday, May 7; drop in between 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Where: In the lobby of the San Jacinto Museum

Age Range: 5+

Cost: Free with purchase of ticket to the San Jacinto Museum

For more information, email san-jacinto-battleground@thc.texas.gov or call 281-479-2431.


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Location:

1 Monument Circle
La Porte, TX, 77571
United States

Phone:

281-479-2431
Contact name: 
Cait Johnson
The event has already taken place on this date: 
05/07/2023
Time: 
Drop in between 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Price: 
Free with purchase of ticket to the San Jacinto Museum

Ages

6-8 years 9-12 years Adults & kids together