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Discover our History, Heritage & Cultural Arts
With 75 years of service, the Brownsville Historical Association is dedicated to serving the local community and creating opportunities for every resident to learn about, participate with, and come to an appreciation of the connection between our history and cultural art. We are able to serve the community through our various museums that cover nearly every aspect of Brownsville and the Rio Grande Valley's history and culture.
The mission of the Brownsville Historical Association is to preserve, educate, and promote the history, heritage, and cultural arts of Brownsville, Texas and its environs through exhibitions, educational programs, publications, cultural events, and archival collections. The vision of BHA is to improve the quality of life for all residents of Brownsville, Texas and its environs by providing life-long learning experiences about the history, cultural arts, and heritage of the region, and to continue to attract tourism to the heart of Historic Downtown Brownsville.
The Brownsville Historical Association serves the community through nine unique locations and numerous programs throughout the year. We encourage you to consider becoming a member of the BHA to take advantage of everything we have to offer. For more information, feel free to contact the Brownsville Historical Association during business hours.
Blue Star Museums | National Endowment for the Arts
Blue Star Museums is a collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and museums across America offering free admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve.
Heritage Museum
Historic AlonSo Building
Stillman house MUSEUM
Historic brownsville museum & Mary Yturria Education Center
market square EVENT HALL / research center
Historic Laureles
Ranch house Museum
COSTUMES OF THE AMERICAS MUSEUM
Admission Rates
Historic Brownsville Museum or Heritage Museum and Stillman House Museum:
Adults
Seniors
Students
Children Under 6
Members
BISD Students & Teachers
Military
$6.00
$4.00
$2.00
Free
Free
Free
Free
Day Pass
Day Pass to the Historic Brownsville Museum, Heritage Museum, and Stillman House Museum is valid for one week after purchase:
Adults
Seniors
Students
$12.00
$ 8.00
$ 4.00
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Holiday Hours
All museums closed all day on Saturday, Dec. 24 and Saturday, Dec. 31 in observance of Christmas and New Year’s Eve.
EXHIBITS
CAM Exhibit: Hidden In Fabric: Stories of Tradition and Culture
When: September 11 – February 28, 2023
Where: Costumes of the Americas Museum, 1004 E. Sixth Street, Brownsville, Texas
Cost: Regular admission prices apply.
The first exhibit displayed at the new building is Hidden in Fabric: Stories of Tradition and Culture. The exhibit stretches beyond fashion and style and focuses on textiles' unique ability to tell a story. For centuries, cultures around the world have used the language of fabric to express themselves, their environments, and their beliefs. The exhibit at the Costumes of the Americas Museum features traditional clothing from Mexico, Central America, and South America that to the naked eye depict various uses of fabrics, colors, patterns, and accessories; together they hold stories of heritage.
Exhibit: Nacimientos: A Collection from the Americas
On display: Nov. 25, 2022- Jan. 7, 2023
Where: Heritage Museum, 1325 E. Washington St.
Cost: Exhibit is included with paid museum admission.
The BHA is proud to present a special exhibit this holiday season. The exhibit features “nacimientos” or nativities from the private collections of the members of the Pan American Round Table 1. The exhibit will showcase nacimientos from Mexico, Peru, Bolivia and various other countries in Central and South America. A visit to this exhibit will certainly get you in the Christmas spirit!
Department 56 Miniature Holiday Village Exhibit
When: Nov. 25, 2022 - Jan. 7, 2023
Where: Historic Brownsville Museum, 641 E Madison Street
Cost: Exhibit is included with paid museum admission.
The Brownsville Historical Association is proud to present its Department 56 Miniature Holiday Village collection. Founded in 1976, the Department 56 Company captures the spirit of Christmas through various themed collections that can be seen throughout the display. Donated by the Gloor family in memory of collector, June Gloor, the exhibit contains over 500 ceramic pieces including figurines, animals, and lit structures. This holiday season create a new tradition with friends and family by visiting this magnificent display!
EVENTS
Historical Happy Hour: Wine Tasting
When: Friday, Nov. 18, 2022
Time: 5 p.m.- 7 p.m.
Where: Historic Brownsville Museum, 641 E Madison Street
Cost: Free for BHA members, $10 when you RSVP, $15 at the door. Sorry, no refunds.
It’s the holiday season! Gather your friends and join the BHA at the Historic Brownsville Museum for a chance to sample an assortment of wine; perfect for your holiday gatherings. This month’s happy hour is sponsored by our friends at L&F Distributors. Attendees must be 21 years & older.
Historical Happy Hour: Christmas Tree Decoration
When: Friday, Dec. 9, 2022
Time: 5 p.m.- 7 p.m.
Where: Historic Brownsville Museum, 641 E Madison Street
Cost: Free for BHA members, $10 when you RSVP, $15 at the door. Sorry, no refunds.
It’s the holiday season! Gather your friends to create your very own Christmas ornament at the Historic Brownsville Museum. The ornament will be hung and displayed on the official BHA Christmas tree. This month’s happy hour is sponsored by our friends at L&F Distributors. Attendees must be 21 years & older.
Hours of Operation:
Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00am to 4:00pm
Sundays - Mondays: CLOSED
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