Programs and Special Events
Guillermo Calles: Mexican Cinema; August 8 2-4pm
A Mexican-born actor, director, and producer from the 1920’s to the 1950’s, Guillermo Calles was a pioneer. In 1912, he became the first Mexican actor to appear in films made in California. Despite limited resources, Calles began di... more.
A Mexican-born actor, director, and producer from the 1920’s to the 1950’s, Guillermo Calles was a pioneer. In 1912, he became the first Mexican actor to appear in films made in California. Despite limited resources, Calles began di... more.
The Life, Times, & Ancestors of Juan Bautista Chapa; Aug. 1, 2 p.m.
On August 1 at 2 p.m., Amancio J. Chapa Jr. will discuss the life and times of Juan Bautista Chapa (1627-1695), his significance to this region’s history, and his line of descendants who still reside in South Texas. His presentation will ... more.
On August 1 at 2 p.m., Amancio J. Chapa Jr. will discuss the life and times of Juan Bautista Chapa (1627-1695), his significance to this region’s history, and his line of descendants who still reside in South Texas. His presentation will ... more.
Valleysong: An Anthology of Life in the Rio Grande Valley; July 25, 2:00pm-4:00pm
The Rio Grande Valley is unique. As many areas that border a foreign country, the Valley is a melting pot of two cultures that blend together. A group of local authors celebrated the unique heritage of this area in Valleysong: An Anthology Echoi... more.
The Rio Grande Valley is unique. As many areas that border a foreign country, the Valley is a melting pot of two cultures that blend together. A group of local authors celebrated the unique heritage of this area in Valleysong: An Anthology Echoi... more.
The Harp in South Texas; Sunday, June 27, 2010 2 p.m.- 4 p.m.
The Museum of South Texas History’s Sunday Speaker Series presents The Harp in South Texas. The program will take place Sunday, June 27 from 2 p.m.- 4 p.m. Sylvia Clark will elaborate on the history of the instrument and its significance to the... more.
The Museum of South Texas History’s Sunday Speaker Series presents The Harp in South Texas. The program will take place Sunday, June 27 from 2 p.m.- 4 p.m. Sylvia Clark will elaborate on the history of the instrument and its significance to the... more.
La Revolucion! : Mexican Revolution Centennial; Sunday, June 13- 2:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.
La Revolucion is a multimedia presentation in Spanish with images, historical documents, and music, commemorating the centennial of the beginning of the Mexican Revolution, and its effects on South Texas.
La Revolucion is a multimedia presentation in Spanish with images, historical documents, and music, commemorating the centennial of the beginning of the Mexican Revolution, and its effects on South Texas.
Americo Paredes: In His Own Words; Sunday, June 6, 2010 2 p.m.- 4 p.m.
The Museum of South Texas History’s Sunday Speaker Series presents Dr. Manuel Medrano’s Americo Paredes; In His Own Words. The program will take place Sunday, June 6 from 2 p.m.- 4 p.m. Medrano will present and autograph his latest book A... more.
The Museum of South Texas History’s Sunday Speaker Series presents Dr. Manuel Medrano’s Americo Paredes; In His Own Words. The program will take place Sunday, June 6 from 2 p.m.- 4 p.m. Medrano will present and autograph his latest book A... more.
Journey to La Salle; Sunday, May 2, 2010 2 p.m.- 4 p.m.
The Museum of South Texas History is proud to welcome award-winning author Melodie Cuate, who will present a talk on her latest book, Journey to La Salle, the fifth installment of her “Mr. Barrington’s Mysterious Trunk” series... more.
The Museum of South Texas History is proud to welcome award-winning author Melodie Cuate, who will present a talk on her latest book, Journey to La Salle, the fifth installment of her “Mr. Barrington’s Mysterious Trunk” series... more.
Mother's Day Program; Sunday, May 9, 2010 2pm-4pm
Treat your mother to something new this Mother’s Day! MOSTHistory will hold a string quartett and classical guitar concert featuring mariachi favorites and delicious baked goods prepared by Breadsmith of McAllen. It will be a holiday she will n... more.
Treat your mother to something new this Mother’s Day! MOSTHistory will hold a string quartett and classical guitar concert featuring mariachi favorites and delicious baked goods prepared by Breadsmith of McAllen. It will be a holiday she will n... more.
Sworn to Protect and Self Editing Workshop; April 25 2:00pm-4:00pm
Award-winning author DiAnn Mills presents her book Sworn to Protect. Border Patrol Agent Danika Morales has sworn to protect the southern borders of our nation, but that oath has cost her. Two years ago, her husband, Toby, was killed trying to help t... more.
Award-winning author DiAnn Mills presents her book Sworn to Protect. Border Patrol Agent Danika Morales has sworn to protect the southern borders of our nation, but that oath has cost her. Two years ago, her husband, Toby, was killed trying to help t... more.
Strawberry Fields; April 11 2:00pm-4:00pm
Strawberry Fields, a Book of Short Stories, by McAllen, Texas attorney and fiction writer, Chuy Ramirez, will be debuted to the Museum of South Texas History. The book signing will follow a presentation of excerpts Ramirez has selected to read.
Strawberry Fields, a Book of Short Stories, by McAllen, Texas attorney and fiction writer, Chuy Ramirez, will be debuted to the Museum of South Texas History. The book signing will follow a presentation of excerpts Ramirez has selected to read.
Have a Seat! Chairs and Seating from the Museum Collections, Upper Old Jail Gallery, through May 2010
Have a Seat! is a fun look at the people and places of South Texas and northeastern Mexico, seen from another angle: the seat (or chair). Visitors to the exhibition will see a sampling of seating from the diverse collections of the Museum of South Te... more.
Have a Seat! is a fun look at the people and places of South Texas and northeastern Mexico, seen from another angle: the seat (or chair). Visitors to the exhibition will see a sampling of seating from the diverse collections of the Museum of South Te... more.
Admission Fees:
Adults: $7.00Senior Citizens (62 and older): $5.00
Active Military (with ID)$5.00
Students (12 and over with ID): $5.00
Children (Ages 4-12): $4.00
Children (Ages 0-3): Free
Coupons or discounts are not valid.
For more information please contact Melissa Tijerina