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Traditions shaped McFaddins’ lifestyles

August 27, 2013

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 …

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A Weekend-Worth of Fun~All Before Lunch on Saturday

June 27, 2013

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 …

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Summertime Traditions: When the Living Was Easy

June 5, 2013

By Judy Linsley Read the full June 2013 issue of Viewpoints. Summer brings hot, humid weather to Southeast Texas. In the days before air conditioning, Beaumonters were forced to adapt their activities to the thermometer in order to stay cool. Though still a busy social season, summertime assumed a more leisurely pace, and traditions followed suit. …

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Teaching Sustainable Living to the Next Generation

June 5, 2013

By Carol Cuccio Read the full June 2013 issue of Viewpoints. In the last issue of Viewpoints, we mentioned some of the recent physical changes made to the Victory Garden. We are pleased to announce changes to the garden’s programming as well. The museum’s “Green Thumbs” program, which started in 2009 and was developed to …

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Feeding the Soul: The Victory Garden gets a Facelift, New Focus

April 24, 2013

By Carol Cuccio The glory of gardening: hands in the dirt, head in the sun, heart with nature. To nurture a garden is to feed not just the body, but the soul. ~Alfred Austin The museum’s Victory Garden has been undergoing an overhaul during the last few months, and we are very excited about what …

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