The McFaddin-Ward House
Historic House Museum in Beaumont, Texas
The McFaddin-Ward House Museum wants to welcome teachers back to the classroom and share our appreciation for the work you do every day with our Teacher Appreciation Happy Hour! Join us on Thursday, August 27, in the Museum’s Visitor Center (located at 1906 Calder Avenue in Beaumont) for great food, drinks, and door prizes. The …
The McFaddin-Ward House Museum invites adults (21+) to join in our “Mosaic Art” Craft and Share Workshop on Tuesday, September 22, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (1906 Calder Avenue in Beaumont). We will explore the origins and uses of mosaic art, experience a beautiful example within the McFaddin-Ward …
Join us on Thursday, October 8, for an evening of soulful sounds on our beautiful grounds at Music at the McFaddins’ featuring Curse and the Cure. Gates open at 6 p.m. with music beginning at 6:30 p.m. on the McFaddin-Ward House lawn (1906 McFaddin Ave., Beaumont). Curse and the Cure—husband and wife acoustic duo Jason …
The McFaddin-Ward House Education Department will offer “Remembering the Radio,” a free Homeschool Workshop for ages 8 – 12, on Tuesday, October 13, in the Museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (1906 Calder Ave. in Beaumont) from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Students will tune in for a fun lesson on the history of radio and perform …
Join the McFaddin-Ward House Museum for “The Texas Sports Revolution: How the Lone Star State Changed the Culture of American Athletics,” a free public lecture presented by Frank A. Guridy on Thursday, October 15, at 6:30 p.m. in the Museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont). Award-winning historian and author Frank A. Guridy …
The McFaddin-Ward House Museum invites adults (21+) to join in our “Falling for Flower Arrangement” Craft & Share Workshop on Tuesday, October 20, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (1906 Calder Ave. in Beaumont). A local professional florist will give a tutorial on flower arrangement. There is no fee …
Join us for the annual McFaddin-Ward House Museum Holiday Photo Shoot on Sunday, November 8, from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. This family friendly opportunity is admission-free! Photos will be taken inside the house in front of the grand Entrance Hall, with the stunning staircase beautifully draped in festive décor as your backdrop. A staff …
The McFaddin-Ward House will offer "Thanksgiving Traditions", a free Homeschool Workshop for ages 8 to 12, on Tuesday, November 10, in the Museum's Visitor Center Lecture Hall (1906 Calder Ave. in Beaumont) from 10 to 11:30 am. Students will discover the history behind Thanksgiving and how the celebration has evolved over the years. Registration is …
Join the McFaddin-Ward House Museum for “America 250: A Beaumont History,” a free public lecture presented by Judith Walker Linsley on Thursday, November 12, at 6:30 p.m. in the Museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (1906 Calder Avenue, Beaumont). In commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary, Linsley, a sixth-generation Southeast Texan and local historian, will explore the …
The McFaddin-Ward House Museum invites adults (21+) to join in our “Wonderful Wax Works” Craft & Share Workshop on Tuesday, November 17, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Museum’s Visitor Center Lecture Hall (1906 Calder Ave. in Beaumont). Participants will learn to make air fresheners and soap. There is no fee for this event. …
Join us on Thursday, November 19 for Music at the McFaddins’ featuring The Golden Triangle Big Band. Gates open at 6 p.m. with music beginning at 6:30 p.m. on the McFaddin-Ward House lawn (1906 McFaddin Ave., Beaumont). The Golden Triangle Big Band is an 18-piece jazz orchestra comprised of some of the most talented musicians …
The McFaddin-Ward House invites the community to delight in the splendor, sounds, and spirit of the season at its annual admission-free Holiday Open House Weekend on Saturday, Dec. 5, and Sunday, Dec. 6, from 5-7 p.m. Guests will enjoy festive refreshments, live music, carolers, and Santa’s Craft Workshop with children’s activities at the museum’s Visitor …