The McFaddin-Ward House
Historic House Museum in Beaumont, Texas
The McFaddin-Ward House Education Department will offer an Earth Day Homeschool Workshop for ages 8-12 on Monday, April 22. Participants will learn about the history of Earth Day and environmental science topics, enjoy hands-on activities, and explore the natural world in the beautiful McFaddin-Ward House gardens. There is no fee for this event. Reservations are …
The McFaddin-Ward House Education Department invites homeschoolers ages 5-12 and their moms to attend a Mother’s Day Homeschool Workshop on Friday, May 10 from 10am – 11:30am. Participants will enjoy art-related activities and crafts with take-home keepsakes to make mom’s day special. There is no fee for this event. Reservations are required as space is …
The McFaddin-Ward House Education Department will offer a Johnny Appleseed Homeschool Workshop for ages 5-18 on Tuesday, September 10, from 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. in the museum's Visitor Center (1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont). Participants will explore the legendary Tall Tale of Johnny Appleseed and enjoy age-appropriate STEAM activities. Ages 5 – 10 years old …
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 …
The McFaddin-Ward House Education Department will offer a Holiday Traditions Homeschool Workshop for ages 8-18 on Tuesday, December 17, from 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. in the museum's Visitor Center (1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont). Participants will explore traditions and trends of Christmas, enjoy hands-on themed activities and tour the 1st floor of the historic McFaddin-Ward …
The McFaddin-Ward House Education Department will offer a Sew In Love Homeschool Workshop for ages 5-18 on Tuesday, February 4, from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. in the museum’s Visitor Center (1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont). Participants will make a handcrafted Valentine and receive an introduction into embroidery. There is no fee for this event. Reservations are …
The McFaddin-Ward House Education Department will offer an Art in the Garden Homeschool Workshop for ages 5-18 on Tuesday, Mar. 11, on the McFaddin-Ward House lawn (1906 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont) from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Bring a blanket and picnic lunch while we paint flowers and landscapes in the beautiful McFaddin-Ward House gardens. There …
The McFaddin-Ward House Education Department cordially invites homeschoolers and their parent/guardian to attend a “Victorian Era Etiquette” Homeschool Workshop for ages five through 18 on Thursday, May 15, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on the McFaddin-Ward House porch (1906 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont). Guests will learn how tea became a staple of high society and practice proper …
The McFaddin-Ward House Education Department will offer “Speak Your Spark: Journaling for Confidence & Creativity,” a free Homeschool Workshop for ages 8 – 12, on Tuesday, September 9, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Museum’s Visitor Center (1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont). Students will learn about the importance of journaling for posterity as well as …
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 House lawn (1906 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont) from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Come one, come all: let’s play kickball! Students will learn the basics of kickball …
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, Beaumont) from 10 to 11:30 a.m. A local artist will give insight into painting basics and teach students how to capture nature in watercolor. There …