San Antonio Conservation Society

Events

Amazing Preservation Race for Kids

Free for elementary-aged kids. Learn about history, architecture, and preservation - enjoy fun activities, food, and prizes!

5/18/2013 9:00 AM
Historic House Museums Seminar

The Conservation Society presents its Historic Preservation Month Seminar on house museums in the 21st century.

5/18/2013 10:00 AM

Advocacy

Univision Building is Landmark Worthy

San Antonio Conservation Society Position Statement

The 1955 building at 441 E. Cesar Chavez is the first Spanish-language TV station in the United States and a classic example of Mid-Century Modern architecture.

16May,2013

HemisFair Park hotel limits restored

San Antonio Express-News Article

Zachry Corp's provision to skirt proposed limits on hotel construction in HemisFair Park has been removed from the House Bill going forward to the floor.

16May,2013

Preservation

Register Now for Historic Preservation Month Seminar

The subject for 2013 is "Historic House Museums in the 21st Century." Register by May 8th to receive a discount.

New! Self-Guided Tours at the Steves

The Steves Homestead is pleased to offer visitors a choice of self-guided or docent-led tours. Spend a little time with us or a lot! We now have tours to fit your schedule.

Walking Tours

San Antonio features many areas of historic interest to explore. The Conservation Society offers two self-guided walking tours: the Texas Star Trail for downtown, and the King William Area, featuring beautifully restored historic homes. Printable brochures are available for each on our Self-Guided Tours page.

Roadside Treasures

View slide shows or take a driving tour of SA's swank, streamlined, and sometimes surreal gas stations, motels, and drive-ins, c. 1930 - 1970.