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SUMMARY:Music at the McFaddins’ featuring Jimmy Simmons & Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, October 18 for an evening of fantastic sounds on our beautiful grounds at 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 McFaddin-Ward House lawn (1906 McFaddin Ave.\, Beaumont). \nSimmons and his band will perform of a wide variety of classics from the big band era through modern day hits. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets\, chairs\, food\, and drinks as they gather on the historic home’s grounds to enjoy a great evening of live entertainment. \nA member of the faculty and leadership team at Lamar University for more than four decades and President Emeritus of the university\, Simmons is an accomplished musician and talented orchestra leader with an active performance career spanning beyond his tenure at Lamar. Simmons and his outstanding group of musicians will perform of a wide variety of classics from the big band era through modern day hits. \nThe event is admission free and open to the public. \nIn case of inclement weather\, Music at the McFaddins’ will be cancelled. \nFor more information\, call 409.832.2134.
URL:https://mcfaddin-ward.org/event/music-at-the-mcfaddins-featuring-jimmy-simmons-friends/
LOCATION:McFaddin-Ward House\, 1906 McFaddin\, Beaumont TX\, 1906 Calder Avenue\, Beaumont\, TX\, 77705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Music at the McFaddin's
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Workshop: Civic Engagement
DESCRIPTION:The McFaddin-Ward House Education Department will offer a Civic Engagement Homeschool Workshop for ages 5-18 on Tuesday\, October 15\, from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center (1906 Calder Avenue\, Beaumont). \nParticipants will learn about the importance of civic engagement and voting\, explore how to research election candidates and enjoy hands-on themed activities. \nThere is no fee for this event. Reservations are required as space is limited. \nUPDATE: REGISTRATION IS NOW FULL. Thank you for your interest!
URL:https://mcfaddin-ward.org/event/homeschool-workshop-civic-engagement/
LOCATION:McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center\, 1906 Calder\, Beaumont\, TX\, 77701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Homeschool Workshop
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SUMMARY:Textile Identification Clinic by Historic Textile Expert Rabbit Goody
DESCRIPTION:Bring your treasured textiles to the McFaddin-Ward House on Friday\, October 11\, for review and identification by historic textile expert Rabbit Goody from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center (1906 Calder Ave.\, Beaumont). \nSuggested items include quilts\, blankets\, tablecloths\, wall hangings\, samplers\, and historic clothing. Item limit is three pieces per person. \nNo charge for participation in the clinic. Market value appraisals are not offered at the clinic. Reservations are suggested by calling 409-832-2134.
URL:https://mcfaddin-ward.org/event/textile-identification-clinic-by-historic-textile-expert-rabbit-goody/
LOCATION:McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center\, 1906 Calder\, Beaumont\, TX\, 77701\, United States
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SUMMARY:McFaddin-Ward House Lecture Series presents “A Stitch in Time:  Historic Textiles for Museums\, Movies and Designers” by Rabbit Goody
DESCRIPTION:Join the McFaddin-Ward House for “A Stitch in Time: Historic Textiles for Museums\, Movies and Designers\,” a free public lecture presented by Rabbit Goody on Thursday\, Oct. 10\, at 6:30 p.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (located at 1906 Calder Avenue in Beaumont). \nInternationally known textile historian\, designer and master weaver Rabbit Goody will detail the fascinating process of creating historically accurate textiles for museums\, movies and clothing companies. \nIn conjunction with the lecture\, Goody will offer a free Textile Identification Clinic for the community to be held at the Visitor Center on Friday\, Oct. 11\, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (reservations recommended). \nFor the past three decades\, Goody’s studio\, Thistle Hill Weavers located in Cherry Valley\, New York\, has been weaving luxurious custom fabrics for the museum field\, the film industry and designers of home décor and clothing lines. \nAs owner and operator of Thistle Hill Weavers\, Goody has created historically accurate textiles for historic houses such as George Washington’s Mount Vernon\, Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello and The Lincoln Birthplace. Her studio has also produced custom fabrics for numerous films\, including “Master and Commander” (2003)\, “Lincoln” (2012)\, “Road to Perdition” (2002) and “Winter’s Tale” (2014). \nA respected historian of American textiles with a remarkable ability to re-animate the past through fabric\, Goody is also the founder and director of the Textile History Forum and serves as consultant to museums and the film industry. Earlier this year\, she was featured in “Smithsonian Magazine.” \nMcFaddin-Ward House lectures are free and open to the public\, but space is limited. Doors open at 6 p.m. For more information\, call 409-832-2134. \nFor those unable to attend\, the lecture will be streamed live on our Facebook page (facebook.com/McFaddinWardHouse). The full lecture will also be available for viewing on our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@mcfaddinwardhouse) and website (mcfaddin-ward.org/about/videos) after the event.
URL:https://mcfaddin-ward.org/event/mcfaddin-ward-house-lecture-textiles-10-10/
LOCATION:McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center\, 1906 Calder\, Beaumont\, TX\, 77701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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SUMMARY:Craft & Share Workshop for Seniors – Fall Wreaths
DESCRIPTION:The McFaddin-Ward House invites senior adults (65+) to join in a Craft & Share Workshop on Wednesday\, September 25 from 10-11:30 a.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (1906 Calder Ave. in Beaumont). Participants are encouraged to share special memories and fellowship while creating festive\, fall-themed wreaths. \nThere is no fee for this event. Reservations are required as space is limited. \nUPDATE: Registration is now full. Thank you for your interest!
URL:https://mcfaddin-ward.org/event/craft-share-workshop-for-seniors-fall-wreaths/
LOCATION:McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center\, 1906 Calder\, Beaumont\, TX\, 77701\, United States
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SUMMARY:McFaddin-Ward House Lecture Series presents “The Washington National Cathedral:  A Testament in Stone to Craftsmanship and Artistry” by Kevin Eckstrom
DESCRIPTION:Join the McFaddin-Ward House for “The Washington National Cathedral:  A Testament in Stone to Craftsmanship and Artistry\,” a free public lecture presented by Kevin Eckstrom on Thursday\, Sep. 12\, at 6:30 p.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (located at 1906 Calder Avenue in Beaumont). \nWashington National Cathedral Chief Public Affairs Officer Kevin Eckstrom will explore the rich history and stunning art and architecture of the National Cathedral\, detailing its origins in embracing George Washington’s Vision for “A Great Church for National Purposes” and highlighting its impressive collection of artwork. \nAs a member of the Cathedral’s executive team\, Eckstrom serves as editor-in-chief of the award-winning “Cathedral Age” magazine and works with the dean and chief operating officer to advance the Cathedral’s core mission and develop programs to build audiences and awareness for the Cathedral. \nEckstrom holds degrees from The George Washington University and the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. He is also the author of the Cathedral’s “Now and Forever” windows book and a member of the Advisory Council of the President Woodrow Wilson House in Washington\, DC. \nMcFaddin-Ward House lectures are free and open to the public\, but space is limited. Doors open at 6 p.m. For more information\, call 409-832-2134. \nFor those unable to attend\, the lecture will be streamed live on our Facebook page (facebook.com/McFaddinWardHouse). The full lecture will also be available for viewing on our YouTube Channel (youtube.com/@mcfaddinwardhouse) and website (mcfaddin-ward.org/about/videos) after the event.
URL:https://mcfaddin-ward.org/event/mcfaddin-ward-house-national-cathedral-lecture-9-12/
LOCATION:McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center\, 1906 Calder\, Beaumont\, TX\, 77701\, United States
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