The Friends of KBMH
For generations, this Bluff has overlooked the stories of Texas heroes, German pioneers, and a landscape that continues to inspire.
Today, Kreische Brewery and Monument Hill State Historic Sites are preserved and operated by the Texas Historical Commission, with support from The Friends of Kreische Brewery & Monument Hill through preservation, education, volunteerism, fundraising, and community engagement.
Three enduring legacies
Honor the sacrifice remembered at Monument Hill. Discover the craftsmanship and pioneering spirit of the Kreische family. Explore the Bluff’s natural beauty and the meaningful moments it continues to inspire.
Stand at one of Texas’ most revered historic landmarks, where the tomb of the men who perished in the Dawson Massacre and Mier Expedition overlooks the Colorado River Valley. Monument Hill is a place of remembrance, reflection, and a lasting tribute to the courage and sacrifice that shaped early Texas history.
Preserving these places together
The Friends of Kreische Brewery & Monument Hill State Historic Sites support the Texas Historical Commission's work by preserving, promoting, and supporting these historic places. That stewardship strengthens interpretation, education, public programs, and the visitor experience on the Bluff.
The Friends support the mission and goals of the Texas Historical Commission, the state agency in charge of the sites, and their work at Kreische Brewery & Monument Hill.
The Friends host events, support programs, and foster outreach that share the stories of the Historic Sites, Fayette County, and the State of Texas. In doing so, the Friends preserve the past while inspiring the passions of a new generation.
The Friends organization is happy to announce the opening of our award-winning Outdoor Interactive Exhibit Space, an educational playscape inspired by the stories of the Kreische family and Monument Hill.
Why support matters
Support for the Friends helps fund preservation projects, interpretive work, community heritage events, school field trips, scholarships, internships, living history programs, and visitor learning opportunities.
Ways to support
After a visit, support becomes personal. Membership, volunteering, giving, and sponsorship each help preserve the places visitors come here to remember, explore, and enjoy.
A way to help
Become a Friend and sustain preservation, education, public programs, and member benefits throughout the year.
Texas Heroes Day · September 19
Join the 9:30 a.m. public memorial ceremony, RSVP for the exclusive Descendants Breakfast, or honor an ancestor with a memorial wreath.
Friends Store
Homemade sausage links smoked in the Kreische Family Smokehouse are available onsite. Reserve yours before visiting, and they will be sealed, frozen, and ready to take home. Enjoy authentic Post Oak smoke flavor, tradition, and history while supporting preservation.
More authentic shopping options are coming soon. The museum gift shop also offers collectibles and wearables that help conserve this Texas treasure on the Bluff.
