Plan your visit
Visitor Information
A practical reference for planning your time at Monument Hill and Kreische Brewery. For details that can change, contact the site before you travel.
Before you arrive
Practical details for a thoughtful visit.
Hours
The sites are open daily, with separate hours for the grounds and Visitor Center.
- Grounds: 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
- Visitor Center: 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
- Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.
Admission
Friends members receive free admission to the sites and educational playscape for one year.
- Adults: $5
- Seniors, veterans, teachers, and first responders: $3
- Children ages 6–17: $2
- Children age 5 and under: Free
Directions
Find the sites at 414 TX-92 Spur, La Grange, TX 78945. Contact the Visitor Center at 979-968-5658 if you have a question before you travel.
What you can see and do
The sites bring remembrance, architecture, industry, nature, and family recreation together across the Bluff.
- Honor the men remembered at the Monument Hill tomb and memorial.
- Explore the Kreische family home and its German-Texan history.
- Walk near the ruins of one of Texas's earliest commercial breweries.
- Enjoy hiking trails, scenic views, picnic grounds, and outdoor family time.
- Visit the Visitor Center for exhibits and practical site information.
Parking
A designated parking lot, including wheelchair-accessible spaces, is next to the Visitor Center. Parking lot gates are locked at 5 p.m.
Accessibility
The Visitor Center and primary Historic and Scenic Bluff Trail are wheelchair accessible. Wheelchair-accessible restrooms are available in the Visitor Center. Contact the site in advance if you need help planning your visit.
Read the Accessibility StatementRestrooms
Restrooms and water fountains are available at the Visitor Center and in the picnic area. An interpretive shelter is attached to the picnic-area restroom facilities.
Pets
Pets on a leash are welcome outdoors. Pets are not allowed in site buildings except for service animals. Please clean up after your pet and follow posted site rules.
Weather and what to bring
Much of the experience is outdoors. Check the weather before you leave, bring water, and plan for heat, sun, or wet conditions.
School, group, and guided visits
Public tours, living history programs, special events, and school programs are offered at the sites. For group or school reservations, call 979-968-5658 or email KBMH@thc.texas.gov.
Site rules
Stay on designated trails and visitor routes, do not remove plants or historic materials, and follow posted instructions. Smoking is permitted only in designated areas.
Contact
For practical visit questions, call the Visitor Center at 979-968-5658 or email KBMH@thc.texas.gov before your trip.
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