Point Bolivar
Headquarters for Long's Expedition which attempted to free Texas from Spanish rule in 1819. Named in honor of Simon Bolivar (1783-1830), leader in the Spanish-American War for independence. Here Mrs. Long and a small group remained until news of her husband's death came in 1822. A light house was erected here by the Republic of Texas.
29.3681° N, 94.7583° W
Where to Find It
at foot of old lighthouse
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi N Bolivar Point Port Bolivar
- <0.1 mi SW Jane Herbert Wilkinson Long Port Bolivar
- 0.1 mi SE Fort Travis Port Bolivar
- 2.5 mi SW SS Selma Galveston
- 2.5 mi SW Galveston: Gateway to Texas Galveston
- 2.5 mi SW Galveston Quarantine Stations Galveston