2024 Spring and Summer Calendar

SPRING & SUMMER 2024 CALENDAR

TEJANOS OF REVOLUTIONARY TEXAS

CELEBRATING THE COASTAL COWBOY

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LONESOME DOVE THE EXHIBITION

Dear Members, Last year proved to be nothing short of incredible here at The Bryan Museum as we continued to bring Texas history to life through the launch of new lectures, workshops, and events. The excitement of unveiling of one of the most anticipated exhibits to date – The Galveston Orphans’ Home – was palpable, and provided a deeper look into the stories and experiences that took place within our very walls and continue to impact our community.

Our great state of Texas was shaped by brave, visionary and resilient individuals whose stories come to life each day at The Bryan Museum. From the heart of Coastal Ranching on Galveston Island to the extraordinary contributions of Tejanos in the Texas Revolution, we continue to connect visitors to our shared history – a history we can all be proud to call our own.

As we look ahead to the new year and beyond, we encourage you to dive into the pages of this publication where you will find a seasonal calendar featuring a curated list of unique opportunities to stay engaged with The Bryan Museum including our upcoming April 6 Gala, celebrating Coastal Cowboys and honoring one of Galveston’s most beloved ranchers, Gerald Sullivan.

With our 10th Anniversary on the horizon in 2025, you will notice exciting upgrades designed to grow this strong community of history-loving Texans. We heard you when you asked for more educational and social programming, so Thursdays at The Bryan will feature both! From the redesign of our Museum Shop to our new Texas History 101 Lecture series, educational symposiums, and expansion of our Mini Museums, we are eagerly taking a fresh look at what we do best – and what keeps you coming back for more.

From all of us at The Bryan Museum, thank you for your continued support. Together, we are inspiring another generation of Texans to proudly see themselves in the annals of the past and stake their claim in the pages of the future.

Melissa Williams Murphy Executive Director

The Bryan Museum Gala Chairs Kelley Sullivan Georgiades & George Georgiades Honorary Chairs Kate and Jim Lykes Auction Chairs D’Lisa and John Johnston Celebrating the History and Legacy of Coastal Ranching Saturday, April 6, 2024

2024 Buck ‘N Ball Honoree Gerald Sullivan Live Music Performance by Roger Creager For more information on how you can support The Bryan Museum, visit thebryanmuseum.org

SEPTEMBER 2020, ISSUE 1

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PROGRAMS Convict Cowboys: The Untold History of the Texas Prison Rodeo

by Author Mitchel Roth Thursday, April 18 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. $5 for Members $15 for Non-Members Mitchel Roth will speak about Convict Cowboys, his book about the nation's first prison rodeo which ran from 1931 to 1986. Over the years the rodeo not only boasted death-defying entertainment but featured a virtual who’s who of American pop-culture. Roth’s extensive research gives voice to a legion of forgotten inmate cowboys who risked life and limb for a few dollars and the applause of free-world crowds.

Tejano Food Demonstration & Tasting

by Chef-Owner Victoria Elizondo of Cochinita & Co. Thursday, May 16 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. $35 for Members $40 for Non-Members Join us for a taste of Texas! In conjunction with our special exhibit Tejanos of Revolutionary Texas, Victoria Elizondo, renowned chef and owner of Cochinita & Co, will present a cooking demonstration of traditional Tejano foods. Attendees will get to sample several types of Elizondo's vibrant Mexican food made from scratch with fresh ingredients. In addition, The Bryan Museum history specialist, Amelia White, will share what she learned about Tejano food before, during, and after the Texas Revolution while researching for the exhibit.

EXCLUSIVE OLD 300 LIFETIME MEMBER PROGRAMS

Jean Laffite: A History of Galveston’s Most Infamous Privateer Lecture by Jim Nonus Sunday, May 19 2:00 p.m. | Free with Reservation Join fifth-generation Galvestonian Jim Nonus as he discusses whether brothers Jean and Pierre Lafitte, who lived in Galveston, were dangerous criminals and pirates or savvy businessmen.

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Lunch with the Historian Monday, June 10 11 a.m. | $35

Join Museum Historian, Amelia White, for a behind-the-scenes look at our Tejanos of Revolutionary Texas exhibit, which tells the stories of Juan Seguin, Jose Antonio Navarro, and other Texans of Mexican descent during Texas’ most volatile era. Ticket price includes a lite lunch and beverages.

Lunch with the Curator Monday August 5 11:00 a.m. | $35 Join Museum Curator, Eric Broussard, for a behind-the-scenes look at our special exhibit, Lonesome Dove, and favorite new acquisitions. Ticket Price includes a lite lunch and beverages.

To become an Old 300 Member, please contact Bill Poplin at bill@thebryanmuseum.org or (409) 497-4614

The Bryan Museum History Symposium Saturday, June 15 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

We are proud to present the inaugural session of The Bryan Museum History Symposium. This new, annual event explores topics in Texas history with elite scholars from across the state.

The 2024 symposium will examine Tejanos of Revolutionary Texas and ties with our special exhibit by the same name, which runs from March 23, 2024 - July 7, 2024. Confirmed speakers include Dr. Frank de la Teja, Dr. Ana Carolina Castillo Crimm and Art Martinez de Vara. Check website for pricing and registration.

TEXAS STORY

July 1-3 (3 days only) 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. $175 (includes $25 nonrefundable fee) Camp is best suited for students ages 8-12.

Texas Story Summer Camp 2024 focuses on how maps help us explore the past as well as lead us to new places! Examine maps that are part of The Bryan Museum Collection and can be used to bring Texas history to life. Additional camp activities include Museum tour, games, art, special workshops, drama, and writing. Registration is now open through our website.

Don't miss out on being part of Texas history by entering the 2024 I Am Texas writing and art contest hosted by The Bryan Museum.

Deadline is April 30

Cash and publication prizes for all ages.

2nd-5th - Write a letter to an influential Texan.

6th-12th - Write a nonfiction or fiction story inspired by artifacts and art in The Bryan Museum's collection.

2nd-12th - Create a drawing or painting based on the "I Am Texas" theme.

Email education@thebryanmuseum.org for more information.

Visit iamtx.org for contest details

VOLUNTEERS MARCH 22 | JUNE 21 | SEPTEMBER 20 New volunteer orientation - March 22, June 21, September 20 at 2:00 p.m. at The Bryan Museum.

Take the first step to becoming a volunteer at The Bryan Museum. This ninety-minute orientation will provide you with an overview of the volunteer process and start you on your journey to being part of our volunteer family. To sign up or for questions, email amelia@thebryanmuseum.org.

BOOK CLUB

April 18 De Léon: A Tejano Family History

by Ana Carolina Castillo Crimm

June 20 The Last Karankawas

by Kimberly Garza

August 15 War on the Border

by Jeff Guinn

October 17 Comanche Empire

by Pekka Hämäläinen

December 19 A Land So Strange: The Epic Journey of Cabeza de Vaca

by Andrés Reséndez

The Bryan Museum Book Club meets the third Thursday every other month. Meetings will be held in La Sirena on the first floor of the Museum from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Visit our website to RSVP and to order books from our Museum shop.

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Music & Wine at The Bryan 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

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Lectures at The Bryan 5:30 p.m. to 6: 30 p.m. $5 for Members, $15 for Non-Members

Wine at The Bryan returns May 2, featuring local musicians and a fantastic selection of wines and beverages. Grab a friend and enjoy a relaxing, music filled afternoon in our sculpture garden.

Every third Thursday of the month, The Bryan Museum hosts leading authors, public speakers, and historians. Learn about some of the most fascinating stories of Texas and the American West. Monthly lectures begin April 18. Check our website for details.

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Sunday, June 9 11:00 a.m. to 2 p.m. $10 or Free for Bryan Museum Brides

The Bryan Museum would like to invite all engaged couples to our annual Summer Bridal Show.

Meet leading forces in the bridal biz who can help you plan the perfect wedding. Start out with an invitation specialist, then find the perfect caterer, photographer, florist, DJ, cake, and choose a planner to help you put it all together. Take a mini guided tour of our venue and sample food & signature cocktails. For more information contact peter@thebryanmuseum.org

EXHIBITIONS

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MARCH 22 THROUGH JULY 7 Members’ Opening FRIDAY, MARCH 22 Old 300 Lifetime Members, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Annual Members, 6:30 p.m to 8 p.m.

Tejanos of Revolutionary Texas tells the story of Juan Seguin, Jose Antonio Navarro and other Texans of Mexican descent during Texas’ most volatile era. This interactive exhibit explores why these families came to Texas and how the frontier experience shaped Tejano involvement in the Mexican Wars of Independence and the Texas Revolution.

The exhibit concludes by examining how Tejanos were treated after independence and American statehood, and how Tejano communities survived and thrived in the face of adversity and racism.

MARCH 22 THROUGH JULY 7 MEMBERS’ OPENING FRIDAY, MARCH 22

Old 300 Lifetime Members, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Annual Members, 6:30 p.m to 8 p.m.

The Common Ground exhibit features a collection of unique stand-alone doors demonstrating the common ground Americans share on immigration through interactive video stories. When users open the multimedia doors, the exhibition takes them through a journey highlighting the interconnectedness between immigrants and non-immigrants.

Juneteenth United States Citizenship Naturalization Ceremony Monday, June 17 11 a.m. in the Conservatory In commemoration of Juneteenth, 19 new citizens will take the oath of citizenship.

Afterwards, they are invited with their families to a special reception and viewing of Stand Together, the Common Ground Immigration Exhibit in the library and Tejanos of Revolutionary Texas in the special exhibits' gallery. Justice Rebecca Aizpuru Huddle of the Texas Supreme Court will be the keynote speaker. A limited number of seats are available for the general public. Please contact Jessica@thebryanmuseum.org if you are interested in attending the ceremony.

July 19 through August 25

MEMBERS’ OPENING FRIDAY, JULY 19 | 6 P.M. TO 8 P.M. Lonesome Dove, a new traveling exhibition created

by The Wittliff Collections at the Alkek Library, Texas State University, and presented in partnership with Humanities Texas will be on display at The Bryan Museum from July 19 and runs through August 25.

Showcasing the sweeping visual imagery of the original miniseries, the Lonesome Dove exhibition presents classic images taken during filming by Bill Wittliff, renowned photographer, writer, and executive producer (with Suzanne De Passe) of Lonesome Dove. The images, however, are worlds apart from ordinary production stills, depicting an extraordinary union of art, literature, and history.

The Sloane Family Photograph Collection Thursday, July 18 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. $5 for Members $15 for Non-Members Professional photographer Story Sloane III will share rarely seen photographs and film of Galveston and Houston. These gems documenting life from the last century are from the Sloane family private collection and are among the thousands of images that were only rediscovered in the last decade.

Sloane will also share tips about how to preserve your own historical photographs.

Ticket purchasers will get a sneak preview of the Lonesome Dove exhibit.

RECENT ACQUISITIONS Lawrence Ludtke Sculptures and Oil Paintings Lawrence Ludtke was a Fellow in the National Sculpture Society and a corresponding member of the Royal Academy of British Sculptors. His pieces can be found on the grounds of the U.S. Airforce Academy, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Texas A&M University, Rice University, LBJ Presidential Library, CIA Headquarters, National Cowboy Hall of Fame, and the National Battlefield Park at Gettysburg.

Sam Houston, standing with flag

by Lawrence Ludtke, one of four bronze sculptures donated to The Bryan Museum by the Ludtke family.

One of two oil paintings of Galveston donated to The Bryan Museum by the Ludtke family.

Double Barrel 10 Gauge Damascus Steel Shotgun found on Galveston Beach directly after the 1900 Storm by Emeil De'George

Emeil was born in Venton, France. He came by boat and landed in Galveston at the age of 17. After his arrival, he changed his name to George. He met a woman named Emily, who was orphaned at the age of 3 or 4. Her family was killed in a hurricane which hit Galveston during the late 1860s or early 1870s. A family found her wandering the streets, took her in, and raised her. Emeil and Emily eventually married. Donation by Thomas Grossman, great-grandson of Emeil De’George.

The Bryan Museum 1315 21st Street Galveston Texas 77550

CALENDAR LISTING

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March 2 - Texas Independence Day March 22 - Volunteer Orientation March 22 - Members’ Opening - Common Ground March 22 - Members’ Opening - Tejanos Exhibit March 23 - Special Tour - Tejanos Exhibit

April 6 - Annual Gala - Coastal Cowboys April 18 - Convict Cowboys Lecture April 18 - Book Club: DeLeon April 20 - Special Tour - Tejano Exhibit April 21 - San Jacinto Day April 30 - I Am Texas Contest Deadline

MAY May 2 - Wine & Music at The Bryan Returns May 4 - Special Tour of The Bryan Museum May 16 - Tejano Food Lecture and Demonstration May 18 - Special Tour - Tejano Exhibit May 19 - Old 300 Lecture: Jean Lafitte

JUL July 1 - Summer Camp Begins July 6 - Special Tour of The Bryan Museum July 4 - Wine & Music at The Bryan July 18 - Lecture: The Sloane Collection July 19 - Members’ Opening - Lonesome Dove

JUN June 1 - Special Tour of The Bryan Museum June 6 - Wine & Music at The Bryan June 9 - Summer Bridal Show June 10 - Old 300: Lunch with the Historian June 15 - History Symposium June 15 - Special Tour - Tejano Exhibit June 17 - Naturalization Ceremony June 20 - Book Club: The Last Karankawas June 20 - Lecture: TBD June 21 - Volunteer Orientation

AUG August 1 - Wine & Music at The Bryan August 3 - Special Tour of The Bryan Museum August 5 - Old 300: Lunch with the Curator August 15 - Lecture: The Music of Lonesome Dove August 15 - Book Club: War on the Border