Magnetometer Survey
The most recent attempt to locate Fort Anahuac began in early 2001 under the direction of the Texas Historical Commission.  Dr. James Bruseth sent a team of archeologists to investigate the site using a magnetometer to scan the site.  This sensitive device uses a type of magnetic field to record disturbed soil.  It was able to detect the foundation of the fort that revealed a structure twice the size of what was thought to exist.   This week-long endeavor was funded by the THC.

Developmental Plan
Southwest Museum Services, Houston TX, is developing the plans for an interpretive center and museum that will display the artifacts and tell the story of Fort Anahuac.  Also included in the plan is a "tool kit" that will be used to secure grant money to assist with the funding of the center.  The approximate cost will be $4,000.00 for the "tool kit" and will be funded through the NOAA Coastal Impact Assistance Program, Chambers County Allocation.

Archeological Testing Phase
This part of the project is described in detail in the Hicks and Company Research Design link.  Dr. James Bruseth and Dr. Mark Parsons of the THC are overseeing the test excavations.  Funding for this section comes from the Texas Preservation Trust Fund ($18,000.00) and the match from Chambers County ($18,000.00), with the remaining balance paid by Chambers County ($32,327.00) for a total of $68,327.  The County portion will be paid using revenue from the hotel occupancy tax, historic preservation.

Last Updated:  April 29, 2003