I regret to inform everybody that the matriarch of Alamo Village and the Shahan HV Ranches, Virginia Webb Shahan, died last night.
Virginia had been in the hospital in San Antonio due to a broken femur resulting from a fall she had taken a few weeks ago in the house. She wanted to return home so much in spite of the prescribed long period of rehabilitation and other set-backs that the family finally agreed. EMT brought her home yesterday afternoon. She was quite exhausted, so the family asked us to postpone our visits after work. She died peacefully at ten o'clock last evening.
Tulisha (her daughter) e-mailed us this morning to add that, when they brought her in to her own bedroom yesterday, her words were, "It's about damn time!"
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MOVIE CAPITOL OF TEXAS Alamo Village closes it’s gates. The End of an Era.
Special Notice June 30, 2009
With the passing of Texas Icon, Virginia F. Webb Shahan, a difficult business decision has been made by family members. Alamo Village is closed to the general public. Our gates have been open to the visiting public and to the film industry for fifty years. At this time, we choose to close the gates of Alamo Village in order to reconstruct management and possibly redirect our efforts toward new positive goals. The future possibilities for this historical movie set are many. At present time, managers and owners continue with sound decision making even in the midst of a troubled economy. Our future goal includes the pursuit of continued business relations within the film industry, producing more and even larger trail drives and promoting individual group tours. As decisions are finalized, announcements will be made to the general public.“To the multitudes of visitors, businesses, employees and dear friends who have contributed to the success of Alamo Village throughout these five decades, we offer our heartfelt gratitude and a sincere Texas thank you.” God Bless us one and all.
- The world famous movie set was originally constructed over a two-year period from 1957-1959 for John Wayne's epic film “The Alamo” and since that time more than 200 major feature films, TV Movies, Mini-Series, Documentaries, Commercials and Music Videos have been shot here. Located seven miles north of Brackettville on FM Road 674, While at the Village, visitors can tour any one of the 18 walk-in displays, including an Old West Jail, Bank, Church, Parson's House, Livery Stable, and more than two dozen other adobe and board and batten buildings. There is also a Wagon Museum , John Wayne and Old West Museum , two gift shops and a full service restaurant among other points of interest. We are open from 9 AM until 5 PM everyday. Admission is $10.75 for Adults, $5.00 for children 6-11, 5 and under are FREE. For more information, call Alamo Village at 830-563-2580 Write to P O Box 528 , Brackettville TX 78832.
Show Season begins Memorial Day Weekend
Our regular show season will begin on Memorial Day Weekend. Live Music everyday in the Cantina. Comedy Gunfights every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday all summer long. Meet the characters and enjoy the live shows. Miss Kitty, Pete, Ortho, Frito Bandito, Orthena Mae, and the Marshal bring the action of the Old West into hilarious focus. Bring the family and enjoy a fun filled day of photos, food in the cantina, and shopping in the gift stores.
Virginia Shahan, veteran rancher and Alamo Village owner begins her 50th summer show season on Memorial Day weekend, May 23, 2009. Virginia, a savy business woman and lifelong ranching lady, continues with zest and success in "The Movie Capital of Texas," Alamo Village. Many of our visitors enjoy a chance meeting with our boss . Her folks settled this part of historic Texas way back in 1927. It's always a treat to hear some real Texas history from a lady who lives it.
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Group and Tour Bookings for your special gang. Alamo Village is the place for your school, club, family reunion, or a gathering of close friends. Come share a day of Old West fun. 830-563-2580
Weddings.... Many happy couples have taken their marriage vows in the rustic beauty of the Alamo Village church and have celebrated their reception inside the cantina. For more information, contact our Headquarters office.
Visit our John Wayne Museum. Always open and loaded with nostalgic photos of "The Duke" and cast of his epic 1959 film "The Alamo."
Phone 830-563-2580
We are open from 9 AM until 5 PM everyday. Admission is $10.75 for Adults, $5.00 for children 6-11. Children 5 and under are FREE. For more information, call Alamo Village at (830) 563-2580 or write to P O Box 528, Brackettville TX 78832. See you soon.
PHOTO: Producer Director, Actor John Wayne: Alamo Village Movie Set and replica of the Alamo Mission as it looked in 1836. Built by John Wayne for his epic movie “The Alamo” and used for over 100 productions since. Witness history for yourself.
