Diverse and dynamic lineup of guest lectures for 2015
Here at the museum, we work hard to bring you lectures that are both fascinating and educational. Last year, we had talks over the business of wine in Napa Valley, …
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The Art of Demitasse — Past Visitor Center Exhibit
Since ancient times, coffee was said to have healing properties. After-dinner coffee was thought to assist digestion, enhance endurance, and act as an antidote for inebriation. The Middle Eastern custom …
Upcoming events at the museum
We’ve got several events coming up throughout the summer here at the McFaddin-Ward House. First up is the kick-off of our summer movie nights. Next Thursday, June 12th, we’ll be …
Summer Camp at the McFaddin-Ward House
Looking for a fun and unique way to entertain your kids this summer? Sign up for the museum’s summer camp, July 29th-31st! Enter the fascinating world of food with the …
Photographer includes McFaddin-Ward House on 16-year journey
Carol Highsmith is on a journey, one that she says will last for most of the rest of her life. The DC-based photographer is taking 16 years to visit every …
Looking for a summer internship?
The McFaddin-Ward House, an AAM accredited historic house museum in Beaumont, Texas, is offering a paid summer internship in its collections and education department. Built 1905-1906, the Beaux-Arts Colonial mansion …
The McFaddins kept their Christmas traditions alive
By Judith Linsley Read the full December issue of Viewpoints. In her book, Emyl Jenkins’ Southern Christmas, the author gives two reasons for the rich Christmas traditions in the South. First, …
Conferences and Lectures and Projects, Oh My!
By Allen Lea Read the full December issue of Viewpoints. Whew! Where has this year gone? For some, it was just another year to scratch through on the calendar, but for …
Pink Pearls in the Pink Parlor
By Sam Daleo Read the full December issue of Viewpoints. In October of 1985, the McFaddin-Ward House was being transformed into a museum. Part of this transformation involved the cleaning of …