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Temporary Exhibit: Royston Nave, A Painter's View of Texas
Date(s):
September 02, 2025
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November 08, 2025
9/2-11/8 This temporary exhibit of paintings by Royston Nave provides an authentic glimpse into the landscapes of the Coastal Bend's ranching heritage.
Temporary Exhibit: Victoria College Centennial Exhibit
Date(s):
September 17, 2025
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September 27, 2025
9/16-9/27 Celebrate these glimpses of Victoria College's 100 years! Organized by VC Foundation.
HANDS-ON HISTORY: Texas Sunset Landscape Painting Workshop
Date(s):
September 20, 2025
10 a.m.-12 p.m. Create your own striking sunset view of Texas in this brunchtime “paint and sip” class. Advance registration required.
JOHN W. STORMONT LECTURE Making of a Pirate: The Dramatic Story of a Junior College’s Second 50 Years
Date(s):
September 25, 2025
12:15 p.m. Karen Hagan, Instructor of History at Victoria College, explores the college’s growth from 1975-2025 through anecdotal stories and images.
McNeill Ranch Archaeological Site Tour
Date(s):
October 17, 2025
10 a.m. Tour the McNeill Ranch Archaeological Site with the Coastal Bend Archaeological Logistics Team. Advance registration is required.
HANDS-ON HISTORY: International Archaeology Day
Date(s):
October 18, 2025
11 a.m. Celebrate International Archaeology Day with the museum and the Coastal Bend Archaeological Logistics Team.
JOHN W. STORMONT LECTURE: Regional Archaeology Update
Date(s):
October 23, 2025
5:30 p.m. Learn about preservation work and recent discoveries at regional sites.
JOHN W. STORMONT LECTURE: The Mystery at Fivemile Creek
Date(s):
November 06, 2025
5:30 p.m. Learn about a unique brass pendant found in DeWitt County.
5th Annual Atlatl Turkey Shoot
Date(s):
November 20, 2025
8 a.m.-Noon Throw spears with an atlatl at the annual atlatl skills competition.
HANDS-ON HISTORY: Native American Heritage
Date(s):
November 25, 2025
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November 26, 2025
11/25 & 11/26, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. each day. Learn about Native American heritage by participating in hands-on activities that celebrate the culture of indigenous people in Texas.
Native American Heritage Tour: Staff Favorites
Date(s):
November 25, 2025
2 p.m. Tour the permanent exhibits with museum staff members and volunteers who provide insights into some of their favorite artifacts.
Holiday Artisan Market
Date(s):
December 04, 2025
11 a.m.-6 p.m. Shop one-of-a-kind items, perfect for gifts and stocking-stuffers, made by regional artisans and makers. Free admission and open to the public.