Museum of the Coastal Bend > Educational Programs

LEARNING ABOUT THE PAST

At the Museum of the Coastal Bend you have a chance to learn the way you choose.
You can explore on your own, listen to an audio tour, or join a tour led by a museum volunteer.

Some people ask: “Why visit a museum?” The Museum of the Coastal Bend offers the opportunity to expand your knowledge and encourages self-directed learning. You will find the region’s heritage on display in interpretive exhibits, available in hands-on stations, and
recorded as an audio tour.

School Groups Policies

1. School groups must have ten (10) people, be an educational organization, and make reservations in advance.
2. Larger groups will be divided into smaller groups that tour easily.
3. Each ten students must have a chaperone (at least 18 years old) who is admitted free.
   Additional adults will pay regular admission.

Guidelines

1. Students must be accompanied by adults at all times.
2. Students should speak quietly to avoid distracting other visitors.
3. Back packs, headphones, cell phones, gum, and candy are not allowed.
4. Lunches may be eaten outside on the college campus.

To Schedule a Visit

1. Advance reservations are required for all groups.
2. Call 361-582-2511 to get a reserved time.
3. When your deposit ($25 check or charge) is received your reservation is confirmed.
4. Your reservation will be confirmed by letter.
5. Cancellations must be received four (4) business days in advance of your reservation.
6. Visit the web site for more information www.museumofthecoastalbend.org

Fees

1. Victoria County Students $1.50 each, outside Victoria County $2 each
2. One chaperone is free for every ten (10) students, extra adults $3.50
3. If fees are a problem, please contact the Museum Director at 361-582-2436

• LEARNING ABOUT THE PAST (PDF)

• FOUND: A CLUE TO THE PAST (PDF)
• VIP (very important people): PAST AND PRESENT (PDF)
• SETTLEMENTS ALONG THE COASTAL BEND (PDF)
• A LINE ABOUT TIME (PDF)
• SCAVENGER HUNT (PDF)
• ARCHEOLOGISTS UNCOVER STRATA (PDF)
• RESOURCES FOR TEACHING & LEARNING MORE (PDF)