The McFaddin-Ward House
Historic House Museum in Beaumont, Texas
YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT YOU’LL FIND! ADVENTURES IN COLLECTING ANTIQUES, PORCELAIN, POTTERY, AND GLASS The 2016 McFaddin-Ward House Lecture Series continues with a special evening of antiques. If you love collecting old objects, you won’t want to miss this presentation. Antique, Art, Pottery, Porcelain, and Glass expert, David Lackey, brings his knowledge and talent to the …
Join us for an exciting lecture featuring Perry McFaddin Clark , general manager of Amizetta Vineyards! Perry McFaddin Clark earned his undergraduate degree from University of California at Davis in Viticulture and Enology and a MBA from the Graduate School of Management at UC Davis. During college, Perry spent his summers working at Sterling Vineyards and Louis Martini …
By Allen Lea Read the full December issue of Viewpoints. Whew! Where has this year gone? For some, it was just another year to scratch through on the calendar, but for us here at the McFaddin-Ward House, well it was somewhat busy. In addition to the plethora of daily tours, projects and events that we provide …
By Sam Daleo Read the full December issue of Viewpoints. In October of 1985, the McFaddin-Ward House was being transformed into a museum. Part of this transformation involved the cleaning of the parlor and breakfast room/conservatory. Museum staff contracted with the Texas Conservation Center, at the Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum, in Canyon, to undertake this project. The …
Come for a unique chance to see the museum at night at our eggnog evening! Start at the visitor center for tasty treats and eggnog then stroll over to the house for a self-guided tour. The event is free and open to the public. Call 832-1906 for details. See you there! Cyclists: Bring your bikes …
Join us at the McFaddin-Ward House Museum on Saturday, December 14, 2013 from 1-4 p.m., for a celebration of Christmas traditions at the annual Holiday Open House! Take a break from the busy holiday pace and bring the whole family for a chance to enjoy a simpler, more peaceful Christmastime. Tour the brightly-decorated first floor …
The McFaddin-Ward House Museum was recently featured on “Road Trippin’,” a show produced by local television station, KFDM Channel 6. Hosted by Brian Glenn, the segment focused on the museum’s tours and events. The museum is open for tours Tuesday through Saturday and offers a free first-floor tour on Sundays. For more information and to …
By Judith Linsley Read the full September issue of Viewpoints. The twentieth century brought rapid and radical change for the world. The McFaddins and Wards could find stability in these uncertain, sometimes unsettling times through their traditions. Tradition remained integral to the most important events of their lives and provided a comfortable continuity; what Ida …
Looking for ways to spend your weekend? We came up with three fun outings you can do all before lunch on Saturday. There is no shortage of things to do in Southeast Texas–get out and enjoy your city this weekend! First, join us on Friday evening for our Roots and Shoots program–bring a picnic and …
