Our Mission...

The purpose of the Castro Colonies Heritage Association is to bring together those people who are interested in the culture and history of the Castro colonies of Castroville, Quihi, Vandenburg and D'Hanis, established in Medina County, Texas during the time period of 1844 through 1847.

To promote this unique heritage through the following activities:

• Perpetuation of the traditions, art, folklore, cuisine, and language of the Castro colonist.
• Encouragement of historical and genealogical study and research.
• Recognition of preservation and restoration of historic buildings and distinctive architecture.
• Development of personal contact with the peoples and "kinfolk" in areas of Europe which were the original homelands of the Castro colonist through tours and visits, sister-city programs, student exchanges and correspondence.
• Encourage young people to take part in these activities and become involved in their unique heritage.
• Use of funds accumulated through royalties, memorials, grants, gifts, book and merchandise sales, and residual monies of other sources left after general operating expenses to establish and operate an appropriate museum.