DURING THE TEXAS REVOLUTION, Mexican soldiers fired pre-made cartridges filled with black powder and a musket ball wrapped in paper. Texian soldiers had to hand roll their ammunition between battles.Learn how they worked by making your own replica cartridge using candy in place of the bullet and gunpowder.
Suitable for kids aged 5 and up; younger children are welcome but will need to have an adult to help. This activity is free with purchase of an adult ticket to the San Jacinto Museum. On San Jacinto Family Day, kids are admitted for free when accompanied by a parent or grandparent.