Washington's Birthday Celebration Association Museum
Tropical Trail Region
The Washington’s Birthday Celebration Museum features costumes, photos and exhibits related to the city’s 110- year-old fiesta honoring George Washington for his role in making the U.S. a welcome location for the many cultures that influenced Laredo’s heritage. The celebration itself, which takes place each February for more than two weeks, draws nearly 400,000 attendees, and includes parades, a carnival, an air show, fireworks, live concerts and a traditional exchange of abrazos (hugs) symbolizing the friendly relationship between the U.S. and Mexico.
Washington's Birthday Celebration Association Museum
920 Zaragoza Street
Laredo, TX 78041
Admission
Free
Check at the front desk of La Posada Hotel for additional information.
Hours
Tuesday - Saturday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.