San Angelo: Fort Concho National Historic Landmark

Two two-storey brick buildings with covered porches

Officer’s Quarters at Fort Concho

Interior of a barracks with cots, trunks, and a central stove

Officer’s bunks

Reenactors dressed as soldiers firing rifles into the air

Buffalo Soldier reenactment

Group photograph of soldiers in uniform

9th Cavalry

Photo portrait of Lieutenant Henry Ossian Flipper in full dress uniform

Lieutenant Henry O. Flipper, Buffalo Soldier and first African American graduate of West Point

Established in 1867 and closed in 1889, Fort Concho belonged to the chain of frontier posts used by the Buffalo Soldiers during the Indian Wars.  All four regiments of Buffalo Soldiers (the 9th and 10th U.S. Infantry) served at Fort Concho during its active use as a military facility.  It remains one of the best preserved frontier forts in Texas, with 23 structures on the grounds, including a museum and living history exhibit buildings.  Fort Concho offers child friendly events throughout the summer; families on vacation are encouraged to check the calendar of events. 

Fort Concho National Historic Landmark
  • Hours: Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m
  • Admission: Adults: $3, Seniors & military: $2, Students: $1.50
  • 630 S. Oakes St., San Angelo, TX
  • 325-481-2646 
  • Visit Website
  • National Register of Historic Places
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