Mormon Battalion Visitors Center
Mormon Battalion Visitors Center enables visitors to learn about the famous history of the 500 men who faced all sorts of hardships while marching through the Southwest desert in 1846. Films, dioramas, slide presentations and tours will take you back in history to an important part of American history. These 500 men are credited with helping to secure the California Territory for the United States. The dangerous and difficult infantry march is considered the longest march in the history of the United States. The Mormon Battalion has also been credited with building the first brick courthouse, digging the first water wells and constructing the first brick kiln.
The Mormon Battalion reached San Diego in January of 1847 following the 2,000 mile march from Council Bluffs Iowa. The Mormon Battalion were needed to offer American Military support to the garrison located in one of the pueblos during the Mexican War.
Free Admission
Open 9am - 9pm daily
2510 Juan Street, San Diego, CA
Telephone (619) 298-3317