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La Porte is in east Harris County. La Porte is often referred to as the Gateway to Galveston Bay. Houston is about a forty minute drive from La Porte. La Porte was incorporated as the city of La Porte in 1892. La Porte has played an important part in Texas history. In 1836 La Porte was the scene of the Texas Revolution Battle of San Jacinto. The outcome from this battle in La Porte saw the establishment of the Republic of Texas and in gaining its independence from Mexico. Deer Park in La Porte has a commemoration monument of the San Jacinto Battle. Place to visit in La Porte include the Sylvan Beach Park which has a playground and Pier. This La Porte facility has been the focal point for visitors to La Porte for over one hundred years. The sylvan Hotel in La Porte was constructed in 1893 to provide accommodation to the thousands of La Porte visitors.
La Porte City Hall
604 W Fairmont Parkway
La Porte, Texas 77571
281-471-5020