The McFaddin-Ward House
Historic House Museum in Beaumont, Texas
The McFaddin-Ward House invites the community to enjoy its beautiful grounds while enjoying live music at its free Music at the McFaddin’s events during S O A R, the museum’s month-long, butterfly-themed community celebration this March. Join us on Thursday, March 30 for Music at the McFaddin’s featuring Beaumont’s own “Night & Day Orchestra”, a …
Join us on Thursday, April 13th for Music at the McFaddins' featuring Western Bling, a Houston-based group performing classic western swing music with a contemporary twist. Gates open at 6 p.m. with music and dancing beginning at 6:30 p.m. on the museum lawn (1906 McFaddin Ave., Beaumont). Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs, food, …
Ivan Schwartz is the founder and director of StudioEIS, a sculpture and design studio based in Brooklyn, New York, that specializes in classical figurative sculpture and visual storytelling with production in bronze, stone, and resin for exhibitions at cultural institutions, museums, and corporations worldwide. A sculptor, painter, and designer with a keen interest in …
The McFaddin-Ward House Education Department will offer a homeschool workshop for ages 8-12 on Friday, April 28th to celebrate Earth Day by exploring the history of the day, environmental science topics, and hands-on activities. It’s a great way to learn more about the natural world in the beautiful gardens of the McFaddin-Ward House. There is …
Beth Carver Wees is Curator Emerita, The American Wing, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where for 20 years she has overseen the collections of American silver, jewelry, and other metalwork. She holds degrees in art history from Smith College and the Williams College Graduate Program in the History of Art. Her exhibition Jewelry for …
Join us on Thursday, Sept. 28th for a night of great jazz during Music at the McFaddins’ featuring Jimmy Simmons and Friends. Gates open at 6 p.m. with music beginning at 6:30 p.m. on the museum lawn (1906 McFaddin Ave., Beaumont). Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs, food, and drinks as they gather on the historic …
Join the McFaddin-Ward House for “Texas Fossil Finds: Following the Journey from Dig to the Museum,” a free public lecture presented by Andre LuJan on Thursday, Oct. 5, at 6:30 p.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (located at 1906 Calder Avenue, in Beaumont). Professional paleontologist Andre LuJan will take us on an exciting …
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 …
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 …
Join us for the McFaddin-Ward House Annual Photo Shoot on Sunday, November 12th to have your holiday photo taken at NO CHARGE in front of our historic home! Photo reservation …
The McFaddin-Ward House invites the Southeast Texas community to delight in the spirit of the season at its annual Holiday Open House – for the first time offering two weekend …
The McFaddin-Ward House invites the Southeast Texas community to delight in the spirit of the season at its annual Holiday Open House – for the first time offering two weekend …
