Butterfly Day at The Bryan Museum Saturday, May 14 from 10 am to 12 noon The Bryan Museum's gardens are the perfect place to learn about butterflies! As a monarch waystation, the gardens at the museum host native plants that attract the butterflies, and hundreds grace the grounds each year. This event will host butterfly and garden activities for families with children ages 4-12. Tickets – Free with Reservation for children (4-12) Adults/Parents – Regular Museum Admission Price Free outside…
The Hidden History of Tejanos The second installment of our Hidden History series will focus on Tejano contributions to Texas history. These biographical and topical lectures are presented by experts on each individual subject and are intended to shed light on parts of Texas history which have previously been untold or relegated to the footnotes of earlier historians. Adela Sloss: Mexican American Civil Rights Activist and Texas Feminist by Dr. Cynthia Orozco Thursday, May 19 at 6 p.m. All hidden…
The Bryan Museum is thrilled to announce a special exhibition in collaboration with Mitchell Historic Properties. Items in the exhibition include custom doubloons, paintings, invitations, masks, commemorative posters and photographs from the private collection. Celebrate Mardi Gras and learn about the fascinating history of Mardi Gras in Galveston dating back to 1867 through the revival in 1985 with the launch of the Tremont House hotel to today’s modern grand parades and festivities. This exhibition will be on view for a…
Juneteenth: The Galveston Story A documentary film by Sam Collins and Sam Addington Free to the public Thursday, June 16 5:30 – 6:30pm in the Conservatory Wine and soft drinks available for purchase in the Museum Shop This film features the stories about Juneteenth as told by prominent community members and family members of the people who were there in 1865. Learn what part they played in the shaping of Galveston and Texas history. Join us to hear these incredible stories!
An event every day that begins at 11:00 am, repeating until June 26, 2022
The Trading Post is back for one special weekend in June! A special Trading Post will be held on Saturday, June 25 from 10a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sunday, June 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Our fabulous glass Conservatory will be transformed into a modern day “Flea Market” that will benefit The Bryan Museum's education programs and exhibitions. One of a kind treasures from a variety of consignment shops in the area, museum overstock furniture and equipment, vintage…
An event every day that begins at 11:00 am, repeating until June 26, 2022
The Trading Post is back for one special weekend in June! A special Trading Post will be held on Saturday, June 25 from 10a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sunday, June 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Our fabulous glass Conservatory will be transformed into a modern day “Flea Market” that will benefit The Bryan Museum's education programs and exhibitions. One of a kind treasures from a variety of consignment shops in the area, museum overstock furniture and equipment, vintage…
