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- EIN 74-6047951
- (210) 829-0086
- Po Box 6432 San Antonio TX 78209-0432 USA
- www.battleofflowers.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Arts & Culture, Commemorative Events
Mission: To teach the history of the state of texas and to keep alive the patriotic traditions of texas and san antonio.
Programs: To organize and present a civic celebration commemorating the victory at san jacinto and the heroic spirit of the alamo by sponsoring a parade in downtown san antonio, texas. This year marked the 127th anniversary celebration of the parade. The parade has entertained san antonio every year since 1891, except during the world wars. This parade is the only one in the nation produced entirely by volunteer women.
to present a band festival increasing interest in music in schools and colleges.
oratorical contest for college students to promote interest in texas history. Essay contest held to encourage area public & private school seventh graders to enrich their knowledge of texas history.