Featured Speakers

“The Gonzales Come and Take It Cannon: Which One?”
A historian and researcher specializing in Texas and Latin American history, Scott will explore the myths and realities surrounding the iconic Gonzales cannon.

“A Second Rate Hog Pen: Lipantitlán and the Battle of the Nueces, 1835”
Delve into the lesser-known but critical events of the Texas Revolution with Vickers, a lifelong historian and reenactor of South Texas history.

“The Common Texian Soldiers of 1835”
Renowned historian and author, Dr. Hardin will take us into the lives and struggles of the ordinary men who fought for Texas independence.

A native of San Antonio, Ernesto Rodriguez III brings over 25 years of expertise to the Alamo, where he is dedicated to the research and interpretation of the site’s rich history and collections. As Senior Historian at the Alamo, he focuses on advancing scholarly research and enhancing the public’s understanding of the Alamo’s artifacts and archives.

James Brasher is an award winning author and holds an advanced degree in geology and has worked for decades of experience in the oil and gas industry and groundwater conservation. He has written several technical articles on subsurface geology. More recently, he authored a magazine article about the Texian Army’s withdrawal from Gonzales to the Colorado River during the Texas Revolution, which served as a forerunner to his book, 11 Days on the Colorado: The Standoff Between the Texian and Mexican Armies and the Pivotal Battle Unfought.

Richard B. McCaslin joined the Texas State Historical Association (TSHA) staff as Director of Publications in September 2023. Formerly the TSHA Professor of Texas History at the University of North Texas, he has authored or edited twenty books. His notable works include Tainted Breeze: The Great Hanging at Gainesville, Texas, October 1862 (Tullis Award), Lee in the Shadow of Washington (Laney Prize, Slatten Award, Pulitzer nomination), Fighting Stock: John S. “Rip” Ford of Texas (Pate Award, Bates Award), At the Heart of Texas: One Hundred Years of the Texas State Historical Association, 1897-1997 (Award of Merit from the Texas Philosophical Society), and Saratoga on the Cibolo: Sutherland Springs, Texas (Publication Award from the San Antonio Conservation Society). A TSHA Fellow, McCaslin has also received commendations from the Civil War Round Tables in Dallas, Fort Worth, and Shreveport for his scholarly contributions.

Evan Collins is a native Texan who attends Clear Horizons Early College High School and San Jacinto College, where he is pursuing a strong academic path with a focus on history. He will soon attend the University of Houston Honors College. He aspires to become a professor specializing in early American colonial research. Currently, he is the president of the San Jacinto College Webb chapter. He holds officer positions in other relevant organizations such as the National Honor Society, Philosophy Club, and Spanish Culture Club. He has participated in research conferences at the University of Oklahoma, University of Houston-Downtown, and a philosophy symposium at San Jacinto College. Alongside his academic achievements, he is an Eagle Scout and has held a history internship at the University of Houston-Clear Lake with Professor Dr. Hales.

Evan firmly believes history is one of the greatest tools for understanding the human condition, and it is his wish to be part of the many individuals who help advance the academic world of understanding, appraising, and honoring the human spirit through the study of history.

Join us for a weekend of camaraderie, education, and celebration as we bring the Texas Revolution to life. From thought-provoking presentations by experts to exclusive museum access, the Texas Revolution Rendezvous promises an unforgettable experience steeped in Texas heritage.

Reserve your spot today and become part of this exceptional event!