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Heritage Museum
Stillman house MUSEUM
market square EVENT HALL / research center
COSTUMES OF THE AMERICAS MUSEUM
Historic AlonSo Building
Historic brownsville museum & Mary Yturria Education Center
Historic Laureles
Ranch house 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:
Adults
Seniors
Students
$10.00
$ 6.00
$ 3.00
With 73 years of service, the BHA 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.
EXHIBITS
Water/Ways, a traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian Institute’s Museum on Main Street Program
When: September 21 - November 6, 2021
Where: Historic Alonso Building, 510 E. Saint Charles Street
Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
The Brownsville Historical Association is proud to present Water/Ways, a traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian Institute’s Museum on Main Street Program
Water/Ways features a selection of photographs, objects, film audio and interactives to explore the endless motion of the water cycle, water’s effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality. The exhibition looks at how political and economic planning have been affected by access to water and control of water resources. Designed for small-town museums, libraries and cultural organizations, Water/Ways will serve as a community catalyst to spur conversations about water’s impact on South Texas.
EVENTS
Sip N’ Paint: Going with the flow of water.
When: Thursday, Sept. 23, 2021
Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Where: Historic Alonso Building, 510 E. Saint Charles Street
Cost: Individual tickets are $20 for members & $30 for non-members.
Or $30 per couple with membership and $40 per couple for non-members.
Sorry, no refunds.
Seating is limited; RSVP by calling: (956) 548-1313
Socialize and sip on your drink of choice while you follow along step-by-step with a local artist as you create a one-of-a- kind masterpiece. Fee includes the following materials: paint, canvas, easel, and brushes. The event will begin promptly, so please arrive 15 minutes early to check in and find a seat. Event open for those 21 years old and over. Thank you to L&F Distributors for making this program possible. Please follow us on our social media platforms for more information.
Hours of Operation:
Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00am to 4:00pm
Sundays - Mondays: CLOSED
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