French Legation State Historic Site

Step back in time and into history at the French Legation State Historic Site! The oldest house in Austin and former French Embassy to the Republic of Texas. Whether hosting an intimate dinner or an elaborate affair, the French Legation offers a historic gathering space for your guests in the heart of Austin. With over 3 acres of rolling green grounds on the central East Side, the French Legation can host even the large activations. Available for birthdays, baby showers, board meetings, rehearsal dinners, weddings, festivals, fundraisers, memorials, and more – let our historic site become part of your personal history.