French Legation Museum
802 San Marcos Street Austin, TX 78702 (512) 472-8180The French Legation residence was originally built in 1841 by the French diplomat to The Republic of Texas. The home became a museum in 1956 and today is under custodianship of The Daughters of The Republic of Texas. The French Legation Museum is devoted to sharing the site’s past and rich cultural history with the public.