The McFaddin-Ward House
Historic House Museum in Beaumont, Texas
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Join us on Friday, October 17 for an evening of fantastic sounds on our beautiful grounds at Music at the McFaddins’ Outdoor Concert Series featuring Jimmy Simmons and Friends. Gates open at 6 p.m. with music beginning at 6:30 p.m. on the McFaddin-Ward House lawn (1906 McFaddin Ave., Beaumont). Simmons and his band will perform …
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 …
Join us on Friday, November 7 for an evening of fantastic sounds on our beautiful grounds at Music at the McFaddins’ Outdoor Concert Series featuring Midlife Crisis. 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 band is a local favorite with a …
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, …
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 …