Open:
Tuesday - Saturday: 10am to 4pm CLOSED Sunday & Monday
Some locations are by appointment only.
MUSEUMS
Hispanic Heritage Month Exhibit: unIdos
Where: Historic Brownsville Museum
641 E Madison Street
Duration: September 16, 2025 - October 18, 2025
Cost: Included with paid museum admission.
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Brownsville Historical Association will host the exhibit unIdos, curated by Jesus Trevino and Juan Velez. Exhibitors include visual artists from South Texas such as: Alejandro Macias, Cande Aguilar, Gina Gwen Palacios, Omar Gonzalez, Jesus de la Rosa, Angela Scardigno, Josie Castillo, Carlos Limas and more.
BISD Student Exhibit: Día De Los Muertos
When: Nov. 1 – Nov. 28, 2025
Where: Historic Brownsville Museum, Mary Yturria Education Center, 641 E. Madison Street
Cost: Included with paid museum admission. Free for BISD students and teachers (with I.D.)
In honor of Día De Los Muertos, the Brownsville Independent School District’s Fine Arts Department in partnership with B.H.A., invite the community to celebrate their Día De Los Muertos Student Exhibit. Beautiful and original art work by students of all age levels will be on display.
Shades of Haunted History Walking Tour: Downtown Brownsville
When: Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025
Time: Two separate tour groups: First at 6:15 p.m., the second at 7:15 p.m.
Where: Brownsville Heritage Museum, 1325 E. Washington Street
Cost: $10 for members and $15 for non-members. Sorry no refunds.
To register please call: 956-541-5560
Want to uncover the spooky past of our border city? We are offering a downtown tour this fall. The first tour begins at 6:15 pm and will be led by Dr. Anthony Knopp, professor emeritus at UTRGV. The second tour begins at 7:15 pm and will be led by Michael Rodriguez. There is a 25-person limit so be sure and register early - spots will fill up fast!
Shades of Haunted History Walking Tour: Fort Brown
When: Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025
Time: Two separate tour groups: First at 6:15 p.m., the second at 7:15 p.m.
Where: Brownsville Heritage Museum, 1325 E. Washington Street
Cost: $10 for members and $15 for non-members. Sorry no refunds.
To register please call: 956-541-5560
Fort Brown was an important military post on the US-Mexican border. This fort saw various conflicts including the Mexican American War and the Civil War. The first tour begins at 6:15 pm and will be led by Dr. Anthony Knopp, professor emeritus at UTRGV. The second tour begins at 7:15 pm and will be led by Michael Rodriguez. There is a 25-person limit, be sure and register early - spots will fill up fast!
Historical Happy Hour: Halloween Costume Contest
When: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: 5 - 7 p.m.
Where: Market Square Event Hall, 625 E. 12th Street
Cost: Free for BHA members, $15 when you RSVP, $20 at the door. Sorry, no refunds.
For more information, please (956) 541-5560
Trick or Treat! Do you have what it takes to win our Halloween costume contest? Come and join us in your scariest or unique attire to win some awesome goodies! Everyone is encouraged to wear their spookiest outfit (even if you are not participating in the contest). Attendees must be 21 years & older.
Exhibit Opening Reception: BISD Student Exhibit: Día De Los Muertos
When: Nov. 1, 2025
Time: 5 – 7pm
Where: Historic Brownsville Museum, Mary Yturria Education Center, 641 E. Madison Street
Free and open to the public.
Celebrating the BISD students that participated in the annual Día De Los Muertos. Art work from elementary students through high school level will be displayed. Light refreshments provided.
