Michel B. Menard (December 5, 1805 - September 2, 1856)

One of over 200 historical markers on the island, this marker is located at the final resting place of Michel B. Menard. The marker was erected in 1994 by the Texas Historical Commission.

Inscribed

“A native of Canada, Michel B. Menard came to Texas in 1829. He lived in Nacogdoches and Liberty before settling in Galveston in 1833. He was one of the signers of the Texas Declaration of Independence in 1836, and later represented Galveston in the Congress of the Republic of Texas. As one of the founders of the Galveston City Company he was instrumental in the development of the island. Menard County was created in 1858 and named in his honor.”

“Recorded – 1994”