Event

Bill Birmingham, an archaeological steward, records artifacts in situ at the McNeill Ranch Site.

McNeill Ranch Site Tour

Date(s): December 01, 2023

9 a.m.-11 a.m. Visit the archaeological excavation site at the McNeill Ranch.

Holiday Artisans Market

Date(s): December 07, 2023

11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Now in its 16th year, the annual holiday market at the Museum of the Coastal Bend features one-of-a-kind gifts from regional artisans and makers.

CLOSED for VC Winter Break

Date(s): December 17, 2023 - January 01, 2024

The museum is closed Dec. 17-Jan. 1 for Victoria College Winter Break. Regular viewing hours resume on Tuesday, January 2, 2023.

JOHN W. STORMONT LECTURE SERIES: At the Crossroads presented by Joseph Fox

Date(s): February 03, 2024

2 p.m. Joseph Fox, historian, presents three undertold stories from Victoria history.

Academy of Lifelong Learning: Hands-on History Bowl Weaving

Date(s): February 21, 2024

2:30 p.m. Register to learn about a Native American weaving technique.

Texas Independence Day Book Festival

Date(s): March 02, 2024

10am-3pm Join us for a day of literary events including book signings, individual book sales, and literary discussion.

Louise O Connor and Gary Dunnam at the MCB 2020 book festival

JOHN W. STORMONT LECTURE SERIES: An Interview with Louise S. O’Connor

Date(s): March 02, 2024

2 p.m. Join us for a conversation with Louise O’Connor, author of "Cryin’ for Daylight: A Ranching Culture in the Texas Coastal Bend" and other titles.

JOHN W. STORMONT LECTURE SERIES: Geoarchaeology--What's it good for?

Date(s): March 09, 2024 - March 09, 2024

5:30 p.m. Join Ken Lawrence as he discusses geoarchaeology, how it's applied, its benefit and relevance.

Spring Break Activities

Date(s): March 12, 2024 - March 16, 2024

Mar. 12-16 Participate in fun, family-friendly activities that examine French exploration of early Texas.

The Sun King symbol was part of the royal emblem of King Louis XIV. Museum of the Coastal Bend Victoria, TX

LaSalle Odyssey Exhibit Tour

Date(s): March 14, 2024

2 p.m. Learn the fascinating tale of exploration, discovery, and demise of the French colonists.

JOHN W. STORMONT LECTURE SERIES: Sky and Shadow presented by Dr. Karen Hagan

Date(s): March 21, 2024

5:30 p.m. Dr. Hagan discusses the impact of World War II airfields on the society and culture of small Texas towns.

CLOSED for Easter holiday

Date(s): March 29, 2024 - March 30, 2024

Mar. 29-30 The museum is closed for the Easter Holiday. Regular hours resume on Tuesday, April 2.

Focus Exhibit: Theories in Stone

Date(s): April 06, 2024

10:30am-3pm This new addition to the permanent exhibit examines prehistoric objects from the museum collections that have unknown purposes.

UHV Bicentennial History Symposium/JOHN W. STORMONT LECTURE: Excavating Prehistoric Victoria

Date(s): April 12, 2024

9:30 a.m. A panel of experts discuss prehistory in Victoria and the Coastal Bend. 9am breakfast reception.

El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail Association Annual Meeting

Date(s): April 19, 2024

12 p.m.-5 p.m. MCB hosts the annual meeting of the El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail Association. Register online.

VIP HOUR at the 17th Annual Spring Artisans Market

Date(s): May 02, 2024

11 a.m.-Noon Exclusive VIP Hour. $5 in advance or at the door. Receive discounts, priority shopping, and more! Click for details.

17th Annual Spring Artisans Market

Date(s): May 02, 2024

11 a.m.-Noon: VIP Hour. Noon-6 p.m. FREE for everyone! Shop unique, handmade items for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, graduation and spring gardening needs. Click for details.