Museum of the Coastal Bend
Families can enjoy free, hands-on activities and educational fun this summer at the Museum of the Coastal Bend during Family Discovery Saturdays, a weekly series running June 6 through July 25.
The series begins with the opening of the museum’s Native Plant Garden exhibit and activities including making bee houses, creating herbal teas and more.
Programs throughout June and July will explore the history of the Texas coast, including the Early Peoples of Texas and European exploration and colonization of the region. Participants can make pottery, learn about stone tools, practice knot-tying skills and build boats designed to float.
The summer series concludes with a ranching-themed celebration in honor of National Day of the Cowboy.
The schedule includes a variety of themed experiences:
- June 6: Nature Crafts and Texas Native Plants Demonstration Garden opening
- June 13: Nautical Life!
- June 20: LaSalle’s Colony Living History
- June 27: Early Peoples of Texas
- July 11: Ranch Life & Storytime with the Victoria Public Library
- July 18: Spanish Living History
- July 25: Cowboy Life—Celebrate National Day of the Cowboy!
Each event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is free and open to the public. Activities are designed for all ages but are especially suited for children ages 8 to 14. Supplies will be provided while they last.
The Museum of the Coastal Bend is located on Victoria College’s Main Campus at 2200 E. Red River St. in Victoria.
For more information, visit MuseumOfTheCoastalBend.org or call (361) 582-2511. Please note the Museum will be closed on Saturday, July 4.
