The McFaddin-Ward House
Historic House Museum in Beaumont, Texas
Join us for the annual McFaddin-Ward House Museum Holiday Photo Shoot on Sunday, November 9, from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. This family-friendly opportunity is free and open to the community! Photos will be taken inside the historic home in the grand Entrance Hall, with the stunning staircase beautifully draped in festive décor as your …
The McFaddin-Ward House Education Department will offer “Brushstroke Explorers,” a free Homeschool Workshop for ages 8 – 12, on Tuesday, November 11, on the McFaddin-Ward House lawn (1906 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont) from 10 to 11:30 a.m. A local artist will give insight into painting basics and teach students how to capture nature in watercolor. There …
Join the McFaddin-Ward House Museum for “Lost, Unknown, and Then Found: The Great Museum of the Sea,” a free public lecture presented by James Delgado on Thursday, Nov. 13, at 6:30 p.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont). Maritime archaeologist, television host, and award-winning author James Delgado will take a …
The McFaddin-Ward House Museum invites senior adults (65+) to join in our “A Joyful Advent: Wreath Making” Craft & Share Workshop on Tuesday, November 18, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (1906 Calder Ave. in Beaumont). A long-standing Christmas tradition is the making of an Advent wreath. Attendees will …
The McFaddin-Ward House invites the community to delight in the splendor, sounds, and spirit of the season at its annual admission-free Holiday Open House Weekend on Saturday, Dec. 6, and Sunday, Dec. 7, from 5-7 p.m. Guests will enjoy festive refreshments, live music, carolers, and Santa’s Craft Workshop with children’s activities at the museum’s Visitor …
The McFaddin-Ward House invites the community to delight in the splendor, sounds, and spirit of the season at its annual admission-free Holiday Open House Weekend on Saturday, Dec. 6, and Sunday, Dec. 7, from 5-7 p.m. Guests will enjoy festive refreshments, live music, carolers, and Santa’s Craft Workshop with children’s activities at the museum’s Visitor …
The McFaddin-Ward House Education Department will offer “Snap Happy Holidays,” a free Homeschool Workshop for ages 8 – 12, on Tuesday, December 16, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Museum’s Visitor Center (1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont). Students will receive a tutorial in cell phone photography focusing on how to capture superb selfies this holiday …
Join the McFaddin-Ward House Museum for “Beyond Belief: The Transformation of Saint Anthony Cathedral Basilica,” a free public lecture presented by Russell “Rusty” Chimeno on Thursday, January 15, at 6:30 p.m. in the Museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont). Russell “Rusty” Chimeno, lead docent tour guide at Beaumont’s iconic Saint Anthony Cathedral …
The McFaddin-Ward House Museum Education Department will offer “Super Sights: Vision Board,” a free Homeschool Workshop for ages 8 – 12, on Tuesday, January 27, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Museum’s Visitor Center (1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont). Goal setting for a new year is an exciting ritual practiced by people around the world. …
The McFaddin-Ward House Museum invites senior adults (65+) to join in our “Building Bird Houses” Craft & Share Workshop on Tuesday, February 10 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (1906 Calder Ave. in Beaumont). Participants will be provided with supplies to build and paint wooden bird houses. There is …
Join the McFaddin-Ward House Museum for “The Juicy Story of the Texas Citrus Industry,” a free public lecture presented by Dale Murden on Thursday, February 19, at 6:30 p.m. in the Museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont). Texas Citrus Mutual President Dale Murden will highlight the rich history, current farming practices, and …
This March, the McFaddin-Ward House Museum will present the 4th Annual SOAR Celebration, a month-long vibrant display of butterflies throughout the outdoor gardens that will feature the admission-free SOAR Family Day on Sunday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Museum’s grounds (1906 McFaddin Ave., Beaumont). SOAR Family Day will include live …