The Witte Museum

Rock Art Tours: Bonfire Shelter & Eagle Cave
2024-12-07 09:30 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Langtry, TX, Langtry, 78871, United States
Join the Witte Museum for a hiking tour to the Bonfire Shelter and Eagle Cave!

Located near Langtry, Bonfire Shelter is a nationally significant site in the Lower Pecos Canyonlands that preserves evidence of what may be the oldest and southernmost “bison jump” in North America.
Eagle Cave, a large occupational site, is found in the same canyon.
More about the White Shaman Preserve and Rock Art Tours.
Tour Difficulty: (Strenuous) The hike is into a very steep and rough canyon. Stamina, agility and good balance are a must and climbing (knees to chest) over large boulders is required. This tour involves a 100-ft. descent into a canyon with no trail. Deep, loose rocks make walking difficult. You will be in a remote location where response to serious injuries and medical emergencies will be difficult and lengthy.
Pricing:

Members: $35
Non-members: $50

Round-trip Distance: 1.75-mile hike.
Duration: 6.5 hours
Vehicle Requirements: There are no vehicle requirements for this tour.
Reservations are required and spaces are limited. Participants must be ages 12 & up. All minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Magical Memories with Santa and the Dinosaurs
2024-12-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-14 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Create Magical Holiday Memories with Santa at the Witte!
This holiday season, bring your family to the Witte Museum for an unforgettable photo experience! Capture the wonder of Santa’s visit in the enchanting Naylor Family Dinosaur Gallery — where the magic of the season meets the thrill of prehistoric adventure.
Santa’s Special Photo Sessions:

Saturday, November 30 from 10 a.m. – Noon
Saturday, December 7 from 10 a.m. – Noon
Saturday, December 14 from 2 – 4 p.m.
Saturday, December 21 from 10 a.m. – Noon

Your family’s visit with Santa is included with Museum Admission, so don’t miss the chance to snap the perfect holiday photo in this one-of-a-kind setting. Be sure to bring your own camera to capture memories that will last a lifetime!

Family Day: Black Cowboys
2024-12-07 11:00 - 14:00 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Ever wonder how cowboys lived, worked and thrived on the open trail?
Head to Black Cowboys Family Day at the Witte Museum for a unique chance to explore the daily life and remarkable skills of Black cowboys in Texas.
Take part in 20-minute tours led by Ron Davis, Witte Curator of American History, who will share captivating stories of going up the trail. Enjoy live demonstrations of Chuck Box Cuisine and discover how cowboys prepared and stored food while on the move. Try your hand at roping cattle, design your own bandana and dive into history by examining the variety of skills—from cooking to dentistry—that cowboys mastered to wrangle life on the trails and ranches.
It’s a day of discovery, adventure and hands-on fun as you connect with the untold stories of the Black cowboys who shaped Texas history.
Curator-led exhibition tours at 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m.
Chuckbox Cuisine demonstrations at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Cost: Participation in this Family Day is free with Witte Museum Admission. Book your tickets online and save time!

STEAM Sunday: Happy Hydraulics
2024-12-08 13:30 - 14:30 | Memorial Auditorium at the Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Add to your Witte experience with hands-on explorations of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math at STEAM Sunday.
How do hydraulic devices work?
Inspired by the special exhibition, Spiders, this interactive workshop explores the mechanics of spider legs, elevators and construction excavators. You’ll design and build your very own hydraulic machine!
Cost: $8 (non-member) / $6 (member) + Museum Admission
Important Information:

Advanced registration required. Participation in this event requires Witte Museum admission (sold separately), plus STEAM Sunday ticket for each participant.
Purchase includes all supplies needed for interactive workshop and collectible button.
Non-participating family members are welcome (space permitting) and do not need to purchase a ticket.
Recommended for all ages over 5.
Program runs approximately 45-60 minutes.
STEAM Sunday ticket sales close one hour before the program begins.

17th Annual La Tamalada
2024-12-14 10:30 - 14:30 | Memorial Auditorium at the Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Tamale season is around the corner!
Join your Witte family for the 17th Annual La Tamalada as we learn a little tamale history, which dates back thousands of years.
Spend your morning getting your hands in masa and making tamales, followed by a box lunch. While the tamales cook, enjoy a demonstration on how to make salsa and explore Spiders: From Fear to Fascination. Communal learning of how to make tamales has been key to keeping this skill alive, so join us as we continue to pass along this tradition.
Each participant will make and take home a dozen tamales and the skills to host their own Tamalada.
Members are able to purchase tickets beginning Friday, November 1st. Make sure to sign into your member account to purchase your tickets.
Non-Members are able to purchase tickets beginning Monday, November 4th.

Winter at the Witte Camp
2024-12-30 08:30 - 2025-01-03 15:30 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
How are dinosaurs discovered? Where did the earliest people of Texas live? Explore the wonders of archeology, paleontology and science while immersed in natural history. Join us to uncover the layers of earth and rock that mark Texas and join curators and educators to uncover the wonders of the Witte.
IMPORTANT DETAILS:

Dates: Monday, December 30, 2024 – Friday, January 3, 2025
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. each day.
Ages: 6 – 12
Cost: $325 (member) / $350 (non-member)
Registration: is required

Registration will open for Witte members on October 28 and to the general public on November 1. Want early access? Become a Witte Member and enjoy Museum perks all year!
Questions about camp? Contact the Witte Education Team at Camp@WitteMuseum.org.
