The McFaddin-Ward House

Homeschool Workshop: Victorian Era Etiquette
2025-05-15 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | McFaddin-Ward House, 1906 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
The McFaddin-Ward House Education Department cordially invites homeschoolers and their parent/guardian to attend a “Victorian Era Etiquette” Homeschool Workshop for ages five through 18 on Thursday, May 15, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on the McFaddin-Ward House porch (1906 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont).
Guests will learn how tea became a staple of high society and practice proper Victorian etiquette at a tea party. A sampling of treats and tea options will be available for all attendees. Victorian or Edwardian attire is recommended, including hats and gloves, but period dress is not required for participation.
There is no fee for this event. Reservations are required as space is limited.
**Please note: This is not a drop off event. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
UPDATE: Registration is now full. Thank you so much for your interest!

Craft & Share Workshop for Seniors – Seashell Art
2025-06-03 10:00 - 11:30 | McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center, 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
The McFaddin-Ward House Museum invites senior adults (65+) to join in our “Seashell Art” Craft & Share Workshop on Tuesday, June 3, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (1906 Calder Ave. in Beaumont). We will make beautiful seashell keepsakes and talk about our favorite times at the beach over coffee and refreshments. Bring a friend and come enjoy the morning with us.
There is no fee for this event. Reservations are required as space is limited.
UPDATE: Registration is now full. Thank you for your interest!

Ranching Roundup Summer Camp
2025-06-10 10:00 - 2025-06-12 14:00 | McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center, 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
Put on your cowboy hats and get ready to adventure back in time to life on the McFaddin Ranch!
Our popular Ranching Roundup Summer Camp is a fun-filled, three-day educational camp packed with exciting activities and unique learning experiences that immerse campers in life on the McFaddin Ranch in the early 1900s. Open to ages 8 – 12, the camp will be held on the expansive grounds of the historic McFaddin-Ward House on Tuesday, June 10, through Thursday, June 12, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Activities will take place both indoors and outside. Activities, subject to change, will include arts & crafts, ranch work demonstrations, dancing & music, live-animal interactions, object-based learning experiences, and STEAM activities.
Registration is required as space is limited. Cost per child is $45. Scholarships are available. To access the scholarship form, visit bit.ly/3Esmsz3. (Registration not confirmed until payment is made.)
UPDATE: Registration is now full for our Ranching Roundup Summer Camp. Thank you for your interest!
If you would like to join our waiting list, please email Jennifer Lowrance, director of educational programming, at jlowrance@mcfaddin-ward.org. Contact the Museum’s Education Department at 409-832-1906 for more information.

Teacher Appreciation Happy Hour
2025-07-31 17:00 - 18:30 | McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center, 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
The McFaddin-Ward House Museum wants to show our love for area teachers and administrators at our Teacher Appreciation Happy Hour!
Join us on Thursday, July 31, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center (located at 1906 Calder Avenue in Beaumont) for great food, drinks, and door prizes. The first 50 attendees will receive a special teacher swag bag upon free entry with Teacher ID.
Enjoy a walk-through tour of the first floor of the historic McFaddin-Ward House and learn more about field trip opportunities at the museum.
For more information, call 409-832-1906 or email Director of Educational Programming Jennifer Lowrance at jlowrance@mcfaddin-ward.org.
Registration is now open! Please complete the registration form, linked here, to hold your place or contact the museum’s education department at 409-832-1906.

Homeschool Workshop – Speak Your Spark: Journaling for Confidence & Creativity
2025-09-09 10:00 - 11:00 | McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center, 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
The McFaddin-Ward House Education Department will offer “Speak Your Spark: Journaling for Confidence & Creativity,” a free Homeschool Workshop for ages 8 – 12, on Tuesday, September 9, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Museum’s Visitor Center (1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont).
Students will learn about the importance of journaling for posterity as well as emotional well-being. We will use diary excerpts written by the McFaddin women, Mamie and Ida, for reference. Students will personalize their own journals and be given 21 days of writing prompts to help create successful journaling habits.
Reservations are required as space is limited.
**Please note: This is not a drop off event. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
UPDATE: Registration is now full. To join the waitlist, please contact Director of Education Jennifer Lowrance at jlowrance@mcfaddin-ward.org.

Craft & Share Workshop for Seniors – Gentle Hues: Exploring Watercolors' Calming Beauty
2025-09-16 10:00 - 11:30 | McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center, 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
The McFaddin-Ward House invites senior adults (65+) to join in our “Gentle Hues: Exploring Watercolors’ Calming Beauty” Craft & Share Workshop on Tuesday, September 16 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (1906 Calder Ave. in Beaumont).
A local artist will walk attendees through the basic steps of capturing nature through watercolor.
There is no fee for this event. Reservations are required as space is limited.
Update: Registration is now full. To join the waitlist, please contact the museum’s education department at 409-832-1906.

McFaddin-Ward House Museum Lecture Series Presents “Howard Hughes and the Creation of Modern Hollywood” By Jeffrey Richardson
2025-09-18 18:30 - 20:00 | McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center, 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
Join the McFaddin-Ward House Museum for “Howard Hughes and the Creation of Modern Hollywood,” a free public lecture presented by Jeffrey Richardson on Thursday, September 18, at 6:30 p.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont).
Howard Hughes was an aviator, industrialist, and eccentric, but he was also the most important movie producer during the golden age of Hollywood. Author and McFaddin-Ward House Museum Executive Director Jeffrey Richardson will show how Hughes used his enormous wealth to revolutionize the industry, onscreen and off. From starlets to scandals, it is a story of sex, violence, movies, and money told through one of the most colorful characters in American history.
With an extensive background in museum management and historic preservation, Richardson has held key positions at a diverse range of cultural institutions across the country, from regional history museums and historic houses to Native cultural centers and public gardens. In March 2025, he assumed the role of executive director at the McFaddin-Ward House Museum, where he looks to build upon the organization’s remarkable history and legacy.
“I am honored to be the executive director of the McFaddin-Ward House,” Richardson noted, “and I am excited to be the first lecturer for the fall 2025 season. Howard Hughes was a native Texan and true Renaissance man. I look forward to discussing an often-overlooked chapter in his remarkable career.”
In 2019, Richardson wrote Howard Hughes and the Creation of Modern Hollywood, the first in-depth profile of Hughes and his impact on the film industry. He is also the author of Colt: The Revolver of the American West and has appeared as an expert commentator on over a dozen television programs, including Mysteries at the Museum, Pawn Stars, Storage Wars, and History Detectives.
McFaddin-Ward House Museum lectures are admission-free and open to the public, but space is limited. Doors open at 6 p.m. For more information, call 409-832-2134.
For those unable to attend, the full lecture will be available for viewing on the museum YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@mcfaddinwardhouse), Facebook (facebook.com/McFaddinWardHouse) and website (mcfaddin-ward.org/about/videos) after the event.

McFaddin-Ward House Lecture Series Presents “Stories of the 1900 Galveston Storm: What We Have Learned” By Shelly Kelly and Judge Jeff Branick
2025-10-09 18:30 - 20:00 | McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center, 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
Join the McFaddin-Ward House Museum for “Stories of the 1900 Galveston Storm: What We Have Learned,” a free public lecture presented by Shelly Kelly, followed by community storm plan updates from Judge Jeff Branick, on Thursday, Oct. 9, at 6:30 p.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont).
Kelly, an independent researcher and author, will share stunning stories of the devasting hurricane that unexpectedly struck Galveston in 1900, reflecting on the lasting lessons it left behind and examining how the storm’s impact was magnified by a lack of preparedness. Judge Branick will follow with an overview of modern hurricane forecasting and current emergency response strategies in Southeast Texas.
A certified archivist with a master’s degree in applied history, Kelly began her archival career at the Galveston & Texas History Center, located in Galveston’s Rosenberg Library, where she worked closely with 1900 Storm collections and researchers. She has co-edited an award-winning book on the notorious hurricane, Through a Night of Horrors: Voices from the 1900 Galveston Storm, and her archival outreach on the subject was recognized with a national award from the Society of American Archivists. Since 2020, Shelly has worked as an independent researcher, writer, and oral history consultant.
Judge Branick is a former attorney and partner at Provost Umphrey Law Firm. He has served as the elected county judge of Jefferson County since assuming office in 2011. Over the past 14 years, he has worked tirelessly on coastal erosion protection and hurricane storm surge protection for coastal residents. Judge Branick has helped lead the county through several hurricanes and disasters, and he will share his considerable insight into the importance of storm preparedness.
McFaddin-Ward House Museum lectures are admission-free and open to the public, but space is limited. Doors open at 6 p.m. For more information, call 409-832-2134.
For those unable to attend, the full lecture will be available for viewing on the museum YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@mcfaddinwardhouse), Facebook (facebook.com/McFaddinWardHouse) and website (mcfaddin-ward.org/about/videos) after the event.

Homeschool Workshop – Kick it Right! Kickball Skills & Sportsmanship
2025-10-14 10:00 - 11:30 | McFaddin-Ward House, 1906 McFaddin, Beaumont TX, 1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, TX, 77705, United States
The McFaddin-Ward House Education Department will offer “Kick it Right! Kickball Skills & Sportsmanship,” a free Homeschool Workshop for ages 8 – 12, on Tuesday, October 14, on the McFaddin-Ward House lawn (1906 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont) from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Come one, come all: let’s play kickball! Students will learn the basics of kickball and good sportsmanship etiquette, followed by a game of kickball and picnic-style treats and lemonade.
Reservations are required as space is limited.
**Please note: This is not a drop off event. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration is now open! Please complete the registration form, linked here, to hold your place or contact the Museum’s Education Department at 409-832-1906.

Craft & Share Workshop for Seniors – Picture Perfect: Mastering Your Cellphone Camera
2025-10-28 10:00 - 11:30 | McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center, 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
The McFaddin-Ward House Museum invites senior adults (65+) to join in our “Picture Perfect: Mastering Your Cellphone Camera” Craft & Share Workshop on Tuesday, October 28, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (1906 Calder Ave. in Beaumont).
Learn how to capture cell phone pics that will make all your Facebook friends jealous this holiday season! Attendees will receive a cell phone photography tutorial, practice newfound skills, and learn how pictures helped shape the interpretation of the McFaddin-Ward House Museum. We’ll also enjoy treats and coffee.
There is no fee for this event. Reservations are required as space is limited.
Update: Registration is now full. To join our waitlist, contact the Museum’s Education Department at 409-832-1906.

Holiday Photo Shoot
2025-11-09 12:00 - 14:00 | McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center, 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
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 backdrop. A staff photographer will take up to three photos of each group or individual using your personal device (digital camera or cell phone). *Please note spiked heels are not permitted in the museum as they damage the original flooring and rugs.
No reservations are required—photo sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Upon arrival, please register at the Visitor Center (1906 Calder Ave., Beaumont) to secure your spot.
Create a one-of-a-kind holiday memory at the McFaddin-Ward House Museum and take home a keepsake you’ll treasure for years to come!

Homeschool Workshop – Brushstroke Explorers
2025-11-11 10:00 - 11:30 | McFaddin-Ward House, 1906 McFaddin, Beaumont TX, 1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, TX, 77705, United States
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 is no fee for this event. Reservations are required as space is limited.
**Please note: This is not a drop off event. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
UPDATE: Registration is now full. Thank you for your interest!

McFaddin-Ward House Lecture Series Presents “Lost, Unknown, and Then Found: The Great Museum of the Sea” By James Delgado
2025-11-13 18:30 - 20:00 | McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center, 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
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 deep dive into fascinating undersea mysteries and how they are solved, peering into storied shipwrecks and detailing undersea exploration.
The ocean is the largest museum on earth with more than a million lost ships resting in its depths, some dating back millennia, and Delgado has spent decades working around the globe in this fascinating world through underwater exploration. He has worked on some of the most famous shipwreck sites in history, including the Titanic, the lost fleet of Kublai Khan, the USS Arizona, the fabled “ghost ship” Mary Celeste, and the atomic bombed fleet at Bikini Atoll. His expeditions have solved long-lasting undersea mysteries and connected the modern world with powerful, human stories from the past.
During his 46-year career, Delgado has served as executive director of the Vancouver Maritime Museum, as both executive director and president of the Institute of Nautical Archaeology, and as director of the Maritime Heritage Program for the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries. He also hosted the popular television documentary series, The Sea Hunters, for its full six-season run.
Delgado holds a Ph.D. in Archaeology from Simon Fraser University. He has published actively in leading archaeology and history journals and has written, co-authored, or edited more than 33 books on archaeology and history, most recently The Great Museum of the Sea: A Human History, released in July 2025.
McFaddin-Ward House Museum lectures are admission-free and open to the public, but space is limited. Doors open at 6 p.m. For more information, call 409-832-2134.
For those unable to attend, the full lecture will be available for viewing on the museum YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@mcfaddinwardhouse), Facebook (facebook.com/McFaddinWardHouse) and website (mcfaddin-ward.org/about/videos) after the event.

Craft & Share Workshop for Seniors – A Joyful Advent: Wreath Making
2025-11-18 10:00 - 11:30 | McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center, 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
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 learn the history behind the wreath and what it stands for while making a wreath to bring home. The McFaddin family were lifelong members of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church where Advent has been celebrated for many decades. Bring a friend and come enjoy the morning with us.
There is no fee for this event. Reservations are required as space is limited.
Update: Registration is now full. To join our waitlist, contact the Museum’s Education Department at 409-832-1906.

Holiday Open House Weekend | Saturday Event
2025-12-06 17:00 - 19:00 | McFaddin-Ward House, 1906 McFaddin, Beaumont TX, 1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, TX, 77705, United States
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 Center (1906 Calder Avenue in Beaumont) before making their way across the street to see the historic house shining with holiday cheer and twinkling lights.
Inside the home, visitors will tour a visual wonderland of magnificent holiday decorations throughout the first floor, while traditional Christmas music plays on the Music Room’s grand piano. This year’s holiday interpretation will allow guests to experience a decadent dinner party. Gorgeous silver serving ware lights up the dining areas, while glamorous party clothes and other special items, like a vintage toy train and sleighbells, will be on display. Before departing, guests will have the opportunity to take photos with Santa on the front porch to complete the magic memories of the evening.
The event is admission-free and open to the public. For more information, call 409-832-2134.

Holiday Open House Weekend | Sunday Event
2025-12-07 17:00 - 19:00 | McFaddin-Ward House, 1906 McFaddin, Beaumont TX, 1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, TX, 77705, United States

Homeschool Workshop – Snap Happy Holidays
2025-12-16 10:00 - 11:30 | McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center, 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
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 season. Hands-on activities include creating holiday character-themed selfie props and taking instant photos and selfies with a festive backdrop. Participants will also enjoy a walk-through tour of the first floor of the historic home magnificently decorated for the holiday season.
There is no fee for this event. Reservations are required as space is limited.
**Please note: This is not a drop off event. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration is now open! Please complete the registration form, linked here, to hold your place or contact the Museum’s Education Department at 409-832-1906.

McFaddin-Ward House Museum Lecture Series Presents “Beyond Belief: The Transformation of Saint Anthony Cathedral Basilica” By Russell Chimeno
2026-01-15 18:30 - 20:00 | McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center, 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
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 Basilica, will explore St. Anthony’s multi-million-dollar restoration which enhanced the breathtaking beauty of the treasured Texas historic landmark.
Completed in 1907 to serve the rapidly growing Beaumont community, St. Anthony was proclaimed a Minor Basilica by Pope Benedict XVI in 2006 in recognition of its historical and architectural significance.
Chimeno is a longtime parishioner at St. Anthony, where he attended the parish school as a child and served on the staff in the 1990s. During his 13-year tenure as chief financial officer of the Catholic Diocese of Beaumont, Chimeno oversaw the financial aspect of St. Anthony’s repairs and renovations. Today, he serves St. Anthony as lead docent, sharing the history and symbolism of the Cathedral Basilica with visitors from across the world.
In 2022, Chimeno, who holds a master’s degree in business administration, retired as firm administrator for Mehaffy Weber, P.C. after 14 years of service. His vast community involvement has included board positions for SETX Chapter of the Texas Society of CPAs, Catholic Charities of Southeast Texas, Catholic Foundation of the Diocese of Beaumont, the Emergency Food and Shelter Program, Some Other Place, and Lamar University Friends of the Arts.
McFaddin-Ward House Museum lectures are admission-free and open to the public, but space is limited. Doors open at 6 p.m. For more information, call 409-832-2134.
For those unable to attend, the full lecture will be available for viewing on the museum YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@mcfaddinwardhouse), Facebook (facebook.com/McFaddinWardHouse), and website (mcfaddin-ward.org/about/videos) after the event.

Homeschool Workshop – Super Sights: Vision Board
2026-01-27 10:00 - 11:30 | McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center, 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
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. A vision board is a tool to help people stay connected to their goals and aspirations throughout the year, and it helps the creator visualize their plan for the future. Vision boards also focus thought and action, create a positive mindset, and celebrate progress!
Students will be provided with supplies to create their own vision boards while learning about goal setting and achievable action steps.
*Registration is recommended but not required. If you are interested in registering, please complete the form linked here.
**Please note: This is not a drop off event. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
For any questions, contact the Museum’s Education Department at 409-832-1906.

Craft & Share Workshop for Seniors – Building Bird Houses
2026-02-10 10:00 - 11:30 | McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center, 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
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 no fee for this event.
*Registration is recommended but not required.
Registration is now open! Please complete the registration form, linked here, to hold your place or contact the museum’s education department at 409-832-1906.

McFaddin-Ward House Museum Lecture Series Presents “The Juicy Story of the Texas Citrus Industry: Proud Past, Today’s Reality, Promising Future” By Dale Murden
2026-02-19 18:30 - 20:00 | McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center, 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
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 promising future of Texas citrus orchards.
A fifth-generation Texan, Murden developed his love of the land and farming while growing up on his grandparents’ farm in Santa Rosa, Texas. He began his career in citrus right after high school and continued on in the industry through devastating freezes, uncertainty, and change.
Murden has held numerous positions within the citrus industry, including farm manager and general manager at Rio Farms, Inc. and general manager of Precision Orchard Services and Bob Smith Grove Care Companies. For 15 years, he worked with commodity groups, universities, USDA, and growers to serve agriculture through research and demonstration projects.
In 2014, Murden became president of Texas Citrus Mutual and its subsidiaries, Valley Ag Insurance, Texas Citrus Producers Board, Citrus Foundation, and Texas Valley Citrus Committee, where he continues to passionately serve agriculture farmers and ranchers.
McFaddin-Ward House Museum lectures are admission-free and open to the public, but space is limited. Doors open at 6 p.m. For more information, call 409-832-2134.
For those unable to attend, the full lecture will be available for viewing on the museum YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@mcfaddinwardhouse), Facebook (facebook.com/McFaddinWardHouse), and website (mcfaddin-ward.org/about/videos) after the event.

SOAR Family Day
2026-03-01 11:00 - 15:00 | McFaddin-Ward House, 1906 McFaddin, Beaumont TX, 1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, TX, 77705, United States
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 music performances, food trucks, picnicking on the grounds, family activities, garden and butterfly related crafts, local artist Butterfly Garden display, butterfly ride-on bikes, and a variety of booths from community partners.
In case of inclement weather, SOAR Family Day will be cancelled.
For more information, call 409-832-2134 or visit mcfaddin-ward.org.

Homeschool Workshop: Conservation with Sea Rim State Park
2026-03-17 10:00 - 11:30 | McFaddin-Ward House, 1906 McFaddin, Beaumont TX, 1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, TX, 77705, United States
The McFaddin-Ward House Education Department will offer “Conservation with Sea Rim State Park,” a free Homeschool Workshop for ages 8 – 12, on Tuesday, March 17, in the McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center (1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont) from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Texas Parks and Wildlife Park Ranger, Laura, from Sea Rim State Park will teach a lesson on the conservation of Texas Coastal lands, which consist of prairies, wetlands, and estuaries, and the habitats of native species such as Attwater’s prairie chicken, the bobwhite quail, and mottled duck.
Registration is not required, but seating is limited.
**Please note: This is not a drop off event. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Music at the McFaddins’ Outdoor Concert Featuring The StringBenders
2026-03-27 18:30 - 20:00 | McFaddin-Ward House, 1906 McFaddin, Beaumont TX, 1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, TX, 77705, United States
Join us on Friday, March 27 for Music at the McFaddins’ featuring The StringBenders, a Houston-based group performing an eclectic mix of country, classic rock, and a little Cajun spice. Gates open at 6 p.m. with music beginning at 6:30 p.m. on the McFaddin-Ward House lawn (1906 McFaddin Ave., Beaumont).
The energetic, five-piece band will deliver a dynamic performance featuring a mix of country, rock-n-roll, and Zydeco-style music. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs, and refreshments as they gather in the historic home’s beautiful gardens to enjoy a great evening of live entertainment.
The event is admission-free and open to the public.
In case of inclement weather, Music at the McFaddins’ will be cancelled.
For more information, call 409.832.2134.
Learn more about The StringBenders at thestringbenders.com.

Homeschool Workshop – Victorian Era Etiquette
2026-04-14 10:00 - 11:30 | McFaddin-Ward House, 1906 McFaddin, Beaumont TX, 1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, TX, 77705, United States
The McFaddin-Ward House Education Department cordially invites homeschoolers and their parent/guardian to attend “Victorian Era Etiquette,” a free Homeschool Workshop for ages 8 – 12 on Tuesday, April 14, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Museum’s Visitor Center (1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont).
Guests will learn how tea became a staple of high society, practice proper tea party manners with treats and lemonade, learn to write thank you cards, and enjoy tea party-themed relay games.
Victorian or Edwardian Era attire, including hats and gloves, is encouraged but not required for participation.
Registration is not required, but seating is limited.
**Please note: This is not a drop off event. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
For any questions, contact the Museum’s Education Department at 409-832-1906.

Silver Identification Clinic By Medill Harvey, The Metropolitan Museum of Art
2026-04-16 10:00 - 12:00 | McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center, 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
Bring your treasured silver to the McFaddin-Ward House on Thursday, April 16, for review and identification by Medill Harvey, Ruth Bigelow Wriston Curator of American Decorative Arts and Manager of the Henry R. Luce Center for the Study of American Art at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. The clinic will be held from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center (1906 Calder Ave., Beaumont).
Item limit is three pieces per person.
There is no charge for participation in the clinic. Market value appraisals are not offered at the clinic. Reservations are recommended by calling 409-832-2134.

McFaddin-Ward House Museum Lecture Series Presents “Sterling Stories: 19th Century American Silver in The Metropolitan Museum of Art Collection” By Medill Harvey
2026-04-16 18:30 - 20:00 | McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center, 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
Join the McFaddin-Ward House Museum for “Sterling Stories: 19th Century American Silver in The Metropolitan Museum of Art Collection,” a free public lecture presented by Medill Harvey on Thursday, April 16, at 6:30 p.m. in the Museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont).
Medill Harvey, The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ruth Bigelow Wriston curator of American Decorative Arts and manager of the Henry R. Luce Center for the Study of American Art, will give a glimpse into the exceptional artistry, symbolism, and history of 19th century American silver, highlighting exquisite pieces in The Metropolitan Collection. From grand vessels that graced the homes of affluent patrons to intimate domestic, ecclesiastical, and personal items, each piece tells a story.
In conjunction with the lecture, Harvey will offer a free Silver Identification Clinic for the community to be held at the Museum Visitor Center on Thursday, April 16, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (reservations recommended).
For the past three decades, Harvey has held roles in American Decorate Arts at The Met. In her current positions as Ruth Bigelow Wriston curator of American Decorative Arts and manager of the Henry R. Luce Center for the Study of American Art, Harvey oversees the collections of American silver, jewelry, and other metalwork, as well as mid-19th-century furniture. Previously, she contributed to The Met’s 2009 and 2011 reinstallations of the American silver and jewelry collections and the exhibition “Silversmiths to the Nation” (2007).
Harvey is co-author of Early American Silver in The Metropolitan Museum of Art (2013) and a contributing author for American Silver in the Art Institute of Chicago (2016). Her most recent publication, Collecting Inspiration: Edward C. Moore at Tiffany & Co. (2024), was written to accompany an exhibition presented at The Met in 2024.
Medill graduated summa cum laude from Dartmouth College with a BA in art history, graduated with distinction from The Works of Art Course at Sotheby’s Educational Studies in London, and was awarded a master’s degree with honors in decorative art history by the Cooper Hewitt Museum / Parsons.
McFaddin-Ward House Museum lectures are admission-free and open to the public, but space is limited. Doors open at 6 p.m. For more information, call 409-832-2134.
For those unable to attend, the full lecture will be available for viewing on the museum YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@mcfaddinwardhouse), Facebook (facebook.com/McFaddinWardHouse), and website (mcfaddin-ward.org/about/videos) after the event.

Craft & Share Workshop for Seniors – Pressed Flower Project
2026-04-21 10:00 - 11:30 | McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center, 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
The McFaddin-Ward House Museum invites senior adults (65+) to join in our “Pressed Flower Project” Craft & Share Workshop on Tuesday, April 21, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (1906 Calder Ave. in Beaumont).
Participants will create votive candle holders using recycled jars and decorate them with pressed flowers.
There is no fee for this event.
Registration is not required, but seating is limited.

Music at the McFaddins' Outdoor Concert Featuring The Symphony of Southeast Texas String Quartet
2026-04-24 18:30 - 20:00 | McFaddin-Ward House, 1906 McFaddin, Beaumont TX, 1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, TX, 77705, United States
Join us on Friday, April 24 for an enchanting evening of classical sounds on our beautiful grounds at Music at the McFaddins’ featuring The Symphony of Southeast Texas String Quartet! Gates open at 6 p.m. with music beginning at 6:30 p.m. on the McFaddin-Ward House lawn (1906 McFaddin Ave., Beaumont).
Staged on the front porch of the historic home, the SOST String Quartet will captivate the crowd with an intimate musical experience showcasing the works of master composers.
Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs, and refreshments to enjoy this unforgettable evening of classical music.
The event is admission-free and open to the public.
In case of inclement weather, the event will be cancelled.
For more information, call 409-832-2134.

McFaddin-Ward House Museum Lecture Series Presents “Preserving the Past, Cultivating the Future: The Antique Rose Emporium Journey” by Jim Keeter Jr.
2026-05-07 18:30 - 20:00 | McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center, 1906 Calder, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
Join the McFaddin-Ward House Museum for “Preserving the Past, Cultivating the Future: The Antique Rose Emporium Journey,” a free public lecture presented by Jim Keeter Jr. on Thursday, May 7, at 6:30 p.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont).
For the past 40 years, the Antique Rose Emporium, an eight-acre rose garden, nursery, gift shop, and popular tourist destination in historic Independence, Texas, has championed the charm and resilience of old garden roses. As a working rose breeding and growing operation, the Emporium’s story — shared by co-owner Jim Keeter Jr. — traces its rise from humble beginnings to national recognition and how its legacy inspires a bold, blooming future for roses and gardeners alike.
Keeter developed a lifelong love of plants and sustainable landscapes while earning his bachelor of science degree in range land ecology and management at Texas A&M University in 1983. His passion for plants has carried him through a rich career in ranch brokerage, landscape planning, and plant sourcing. Working first with his father’s firm and then building his own business, Keeter has learned every facet of horticulture and land design — from project management to creative planting strategies.
In 2022, Keeter and his wife Kim purchased the Antique Rose Emporium, where he now shares his passion for resilient roses and ecological gardens with thousands of visitors from across the country who come to explore the vibrant blooms, experience the artistry of horticulture, and feel connected to a legacy that has transcended generations.
McFaddin-Ward House Museum lectures are admission-free and open to the public, but space is limited. Doors open at 6 p.m. For more information, call 409-832-2134.
For those unable to attend, the full lecture will be available for viewing on the museum YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@mcfaddinwardhouse), Facebook (facebook.com/McFaddinWardHouse), and website (mcfaddin-ward.org/about/videos) after the event.
