McFaddin-Ward House Lecture Series & the Lamar University Center for History and Culture of Southeast Texas present “Swamp Pop: History and Sounds of a Gumbo-Combo of Rock ‘N’ Roll, Country, and Cajun Music” by Rachel Stiles & Music at the McFaddins’ featuring Jivin’ Gene

McFaddin-Ward House 1906 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont, TX, United States

Join the McFaddin-Ward House and the Lamar University Center for History and Culture of Southeast Texas and the Upper Gulf Coast for a unique outdoor event exploring the history and narrative of Swamp Pop music on Friday, Oct. 20, at 6:30 p.m. on the museum’s lawn (located at 1906 McFaddin Avenue, in Beaumont). The evening …

McFaddin-Ward House Lecture Series presents “Entertaining at the White House with Time Honored Holiday Traditions” by Jennifer B. Pickens

McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, United States

Join the McFaddin-Ward House for “Entertaining at the White House with Time Honored Holiday Traditions,” a free public lecture presented by Jennifer B. Pickens on Thursday, Nov. 2, at 6:30 p.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (located at 1906 Calder Avenue in Beaumont). White House historian, and first ladies expert, Jennifer B. Pickens …

McFaddin-Ward House Lecture Series presents “Restoration and Operations of the World-Famous Big Boy Engine” by Ed Dickens

McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, United States

Join the McFaddin-Ward House for “Restoration and Operations of the World-Famous Big Boy Engine,” a free public lecture presented by Ed Dickens on Thursday, Jan. 18, at 6:30 p.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (located at 1906 Calder Avenue, in Beaumont). Union Pacific Railroad Manager of Heritage Operations Ed Dickens will share his …

McFaddin-Ward House Lecture Series presents “The Washington National Cathedral: A Testament in Stone to Craftsmanship and Artistry” by Kevin Eckstrom

McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, United States

Join the McFaddin-Ward House for “The Washington National Cathedral:  A Testament in Stone to Craftsmanship and Artistry,” a free public lecture presented by Kevin Eckstrom on Thursday, Sep. 12, at 6:30 p.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (located at 1906 Calder Avenue in Beaumont). Washington National Cathedral Chief Public Affairs Officer Kevin Eckstrom …

McFaddin-Ward House Lecture Series presents “A Stitch in Time: Historic Textiles for Museums, Movies and Designers” by Rabbit Goody

McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, United States

Join the McFaddin-Ward House for “A Stitch in Time: Historic Textiles for Museums, Movies and Designers,” a free public lecture presented by Rabbit Goody on Thursday, Oct. 10, at 6:30 p.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (located at 1906 Calder Avenue in Beaumont). Internationally known textile historian, designer and master weaver Rabbit Goody …

McFaddin-Ward House Lecture Series Presents “First Ladies: Impact and Legacies” by Anita McBride

McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, United States

Join the McFaddin-Ward House for “First Ladies: Impact and Legacies,” a free public lecture presented by Anita McBride on Thursday, Jan. 16, at 6:30 p.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (located at 1906 Calder Avenue in Beaumont). Internationally recognized author and former White House staffer Anita McBride will share her extensive expertise on …

Firearms Identification Clinic by Historic Firearms Expert Danny Michael

McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, United States

Bring your historic firearms to the McFaddin-Ward House on Thursday, Feb. 20, for a special review and identification session with historic firearms expert Danny Michael from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center (1906 Calder Ave., Beaumont). Please note all guns brought for identification must be unloaded and secured in a case. …

McFaddin-Ward House Lecture Series Presents “History with A Bang: Firearms of America From The Well-Known To Where’d It Come From?” by Danny Michael

McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, United States

Join the McFaddin-Ward House for “History with A Bang: Firearms of America From The Well-Known To Where’d It Come From?,” a free public lecture presented by Danny Michael on Thursday, Feb. 20, at 6:30 p.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (located at 1906 Calder Avenue in Beaumont). Cody Firearms Museum Curator Danny Michael …