On the occasion of her visit to Spain to receive the painting From Texas to Victory: A Spanish Contribution to the Independence of the United States / Cattle Drive for Victory. A Contribution of Spanish Texas for the Independence of the U.S., by Augusto Ferrer-Dalmau, donated by Iberdrola to The Alamo Trust, the Fundación Consejo España – EE. UU. had the opportunity to speak with Hope Andrade, President and CEO of The Alamo Trust, and Daniela Serna, Chief Legal and International Officer.

The Foundation organized both the official presentation of the painting and Andrade’s institutional agenda during her stay in Spain. The visit once again highlighted the close partnership that the two organizations have built over the years to promote greater recognition of Spain’s role in the history of Texas and the United States.

During the interview, Andrade discussed the progress of the new Alamo museum complex, one of the most significant cultural projects currently underway in Texas. Backed by a $700 million investment from the State of Texas, the project will transform this historic site into a major cultural and educational destination, offering visitors a broader understanding of its historical context and the many people who shaped its story.

“We want the Alamo to tell the story of Spain’s vital role in the history of Texas,” Andrade said, emphasizing that the project’s mission is to “preserve the history of Texas” while creating an immersive visitor experience. “One day won’t be enough to explore the entire complex,” she added. The new facilities will include a 160,000-square-foot Collections Center, exhibition galleries, a theater, event spaces, a restaurant, and other amenities designed to make visitors “feel the history.”

Andrade also acknowledged the important role played by the Fundación Consejo España – EE. UU. in advancing the project.

“Without the Fundación, we would not have been able to accomplish what we have, and that impact will be there forever,” she said.

For her part, Daniela Serna noted that the Alamo is already the most visited historic site in Texas, welcoming approximately 1.6 million visitors each year. Once the new museum complex is completed, that figure is expected to increase to 2.5 million visitors annually—or even more.

Serna also stressed that Spain’s legacy will be one of the defining elements of the new museum experience. “Spain’s story is a very important part of the new museum,” she said, before thanking the Foundation for its longstanding support: “The Foundation has opened many doors for us.”

The interview reflects the shared commitment of the Fundación Consejo España – EE. UU. and The Alamo Trust to raising awareness of Spain’s contribution to the history of North America and to strengthening the historical and cultural ties between Spain and the United States.