Fort Croghan was the third of the first four forts established by the United States government to protect settlers from hostile Indians along the Texas frontier. From its establishment on March 18, 1849 by Lt. C.H. Taylor (Company A, Second Dragoons) until it was abandoned in 1855, Fort Croghan was home to Company C, 8th Infantry, U.S.A. (mounted) and eventually became the headquarters of the Second Dragoon Regiment.
Part of a chain of forts extending from Fort Worth to Fort Inge near present-day Uvalde, the fort was named for Colonel George Croghan. The fort originally covered some 50acre near the present day city of Burnet, Texas, extending from Hamilton Creek up and over Post Mountain. Today a small section exists due to the efforts of the Burnet County Historical Society who raised money in the 1960s to purchase this portion of the old fort.
In the 1840s, upon the annexation of Texas to the United States, the federal government became responsible for the protection of frontier settlers from Indian raids. Several companies of Texas Rangers, financed by the federal government, were stationed along the frontier. In December 1847, a company of Rangers under the command of Henry Eustace McCulloch took up a position about three miles (5 km) south of present-day Burnet. Samuel E. Holland purchased a 1280acre grant there in 1848, including the land on which the Ranger station was located. His residence built on that land is said to have been the first permanent home in Burnet County. 1. The indigenous peoples of the Americas had occupied this region for thousands of years, but did not build or live in permanent homes, theirs being a migratory culture. Take a look at our Burnet route planning site to schedule your visit to Fort Croghan Grounds and Museum and learn about what else to see and do during your holiday.
Create a full itinerary - for free!
Fort Croghan Grounds and Museum reviews
-
Lots of history and staff on duty was very helpful. If you like local town history this is a don’t miss it. Admission is free and they welcome donations if you can. We found it very interesting. We...
Lots of history and staff on duty was very helpful. If you like local town history this is a don’t miss it. Admission is free and they welcome donations if you can. We found it very interesting. We... more »
-
Wow! This museum was packed with incredible historical artifacts of all kinds! There were so many hidden gems here inside and outside. This is absolutely worth the time to stop by! My kids (6 and 10..... more
Wow! This museum was packed with incredible historical artifacts of all kinds! There were so many hidden gems here inside and outside. This is absolutely worth the time to stop by! My kids (6 and 10..... more »
-
Fun stop. Hard to see store-front and find if you are not looking for it. Worth stopping at- to see relics and history of the area. Free museum, both inside and out, but I recommend to leave them a donation.
-
My wife and kids got to see the place on a school filed trip and we went last night for Ft Croghan Christmas. This was my first time and I have lived in Burnet for 3.5 years. I have driven past this place a hundred times and didn't know there was that much history and buildings behind the entrance. I will definitely be going back in spring when it re opens to see it during the daylight and get the full experience.
Plan your trip to Burnet
Get a personalized tripA full day by day itinerary based on your preferences Customize itRefine your trip. We'll find the
best routes and schedules Manage itEverything in one place. Everyone on the same page.Know more
Popular things to do in Burnet
Side trips from Burnet
Hidden gems in Burnet
Wineries in Burnet
Nature in Burnet
Nearby attractions in Burnet
Trips in Fort Croghan Grounds and Museum by other users
36 days in Killeen
BY A USER FROM ITALY
Magnolia Market Silos
Waco Winery & Vineyards
Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
7 days in Kingsland
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
Kingsland
5 days in Canyon Lake
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
Old Blanco County Courthouse
LBJ Texas White House
Hamilton Pool Preserve
4 days in Burnet
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
Longhorn Cavern State Park
The Falls on the Colorado Museum
Lake LBJ
3 days in Round Rock
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
Bats in Round Rock
Halina European Day Spa
St. William Catholic Church
1 day in Burnet
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
Fort Croghan Grounds and Museum
Perissos Vineyards
Spas