A Home For Her Story
The 1869 home of Joseph and Susanna Dickinson Hannig was saved and deeded to the City of Austin in 2003. Joseph Hannig built this home for his new wife, Susanna Dickinson. She survived the Battle of the Alamo, and carried the news of its fall to Sam Houston, which ultimately led to Houston's defeat of Santa Anna at the Battle of San Jacinto and won independence for the Republic of Texas. For this deed Susanna Dickinson became known as the "Messenger of the Alamo." Her home is being restored and will open as a museum on March 2, 2010, Texas Independence Day.
Haven't had a chance to visit the museum yet? Then take a look at the wonderful piece Austin's own Channel 6 put together on the museum. Join us for Austin Museum Day on September 19, 2010! To learn more, visit our programs page. The mission of the Joseph and Susanna Dickinson Hannig Museum is to preserve the home and legacy of Alamo survivor Susanna Dickinson, and to celebrate Texas’ historical heritage by providing programs and educational resources to the citizens of Austin and its visitors. |
