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Our permanent exhibit displays the last 13,000 years of Texas history, from the first inhabitants of the Coastal Bend region through the French, Spanish, and Mexican colonial efforts, up to the range of diverse influence that have created the modern Texan culture.
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Victoria College employees are invited to compete and pick their favorite salsa in this annual friendly competition.
Participate in grand opening activities of La Misión, the first component of the permanent exhibit, Where Texas Ranching Began.
11 a.m.-12 noon. Learn the coil method to create clay pots. Free admission; supplies are limited.
5:30 p.m. Tamra Walter discusses archaeological investigations at early Spanish missions located in today’s Victoria County, Texas, and the roots of Texas ranching.
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The Museum of the Coastal Bend exists to foster an appreciation for the unique heritage of the Texas Coastal Bend through exhibits, collections, educational activities, and preservation efforts.
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