Historic Fort Stockton

Although the U.S. military had established its base in Fort Stockton in 1858 itself, the original post was abandoned a few years later and was replaced by the existing fort in 1867 after the end of the Civil War by Colonel Edward Hatch. The fort remained occupied for the next 19 years before it too was abandoned. While the Historic Fort Stockton once boasted a collection of 35 buildings, only four have survived. Of these three are the original Officers’ Quarters and the fourth is a limestone guard house. Apart from these four structures, the site also encompasses the original parade grounds and two Enlisted Men's Barracks that have been reconstructed based upon original blueprints and excavation findings. One of the barracks has been converted into a museum and visitors center. Here you will find videos that illuminate the fort's intriguing history alongside original artifacts and exhibits that deal with the "Buffalo Soldiers" who once resided here.