The McFaddin-Ward House
Historic House Museum in Beaumont, Texas
Join the McFaddin-Ward House for “Restoration and Operations of the World-Famous Big Boy Engine,” a free public lecture presented by Ed Dickens on Thursday, Jan. 18, at 6:30 p.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (located at 1906 Calder Avenue, in Beaumont). Union Pacific Railroad Manager of Heritage Operations Ed Dickens will share his …
In conjunction with the 2024 SOAR Celebration this March: Round-up your team of up to six players or join one at the event for a fun-filled Texas Trivia Night hosted by Brandon Long of The Know Show Trivia. Bring your lawn chairs, picnic blankets, favorite beverages, and snacks, and get ready to test your knowledge …
Join the McFaddin-Ward House for “WWII Lessons and Legacies: The National WWII Museum’s Arsenal of Democracy Exhibit and Manufacturing Victory for the Allies,” a free public lecture presented by Dr. Michael Bell on Thursday, April 18, at 6:30 p.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (located at 1906 Calder Avenue in Beaumont). Executive Director …
RESCHEDULED: Join the McFaddin-Ward House for “USA vs Art Thieves: True Tales from the FBI's Real Indiana Jones,” a free public lecture presented by retired FBI agent Robert Wittman on Friday, May 17, at 10 a.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (located at 1906 Calder Avenue in Beaumont). One of the most famous …
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). Participants will learn about the importance of civic engagement and voting, explore how to research election candidates and enjoy hands-on themed …
The McFaddin-Ward House Education Department will offer an Oral History Homeschool Workshop for ages 5-18 on Tuesday, November 19, from 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. in the museum's Visitor Center (1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont). Participants will explore how collecting, preserving and sharing oral histories passes knowledge from one generation to the next and enhances our …
Join the McFaddin-Ward House for “History With A Bang: Firearms Of The American West From The Well-Known To Where’d It Come From?,” a free public lecture presented by Danny Michael on Thursday, Feb. 20, at 6:30 p.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (located at 1906 Calder Avenue in Beaumont). Cody Firearms Museum Curator …
Former FBI Special Agent and art crime expert Robert Wittman is back by popular demand with an all-new lecture, “The Three F's of Art Crime: Frauds, Forgeries and Fakes,” on Thursday, April 10, at 6:30 p.m. in the McFaddin-Ward House Visitor Center Lecture Hall (located at 1906 Calder Avenue in Beaumont). One of the most …
The McFaddin-Ward House Museum invites the community to a special display of rare and classic automobiles on May 8 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the Visitor Center parking area …
Join us for “Wheels of Progress: How Detroit and Ford Motor Company Put the World on Wheels,” a free public lecture presented by Matt Anderson on Thursday, May 8, at 6:30 p.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall. Anderson, the curator of transportation at The Henry Ford museum in Dearborn, Michigan, will provide an engaging …
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 …
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 …