Jail Square
First mapped in 1825 as "Market Square," but had become "Jail Square" prior to 1836 when Gonzales was burned by order of Gen. San Houston to prevent buildings and supplies falling into possession of oncoming enemy, Gen. Santa Anna.
29.5023° N, 97.4525° W
Where to Find It
Corner of St. Joseph and St. Lawrence, Gonzales
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi SE Women of the Confederacy Gonzales
- 0.1 mi S Gonzales County Jail Gonzales
- 0.1 mi S Central Square Gonzales
- 0.1 mi SE First Methodist Church of Gonzales Gonzales
- 0.1 mi S James W. Robinson Gonzales
- 0.1 mi S Gonzales Courthouse Gonzales