The McFaddin-Ward House
Historic House Museum in Beaumont, Texas
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 …
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 …
Join us on Friday, March 27 for Music at the McFaddins’ featuring The StringBenders. 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 StringBenders, an energetic five-piece band based in Houston, will perform an eclectic mix of classic and current country, classic rock, …