Homeschool Day: Wonder with the Witte
2024-09-18 09:30 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
What better way to spend a day than immersing your students in the Witte Museum? Join us for a fun day of interactive learning at Homeschool Day!
Choose between two special programs:
Deep in the Arts • 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.
How does culture inspire creativity? Inspired by the Witte’s annual Fiesta exhibition, explore the rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions of Fiesta’s iconic posters. Join Witte educators to create your own Fiesta inspired poster at Homeschool Day!
Creature Feature • 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Cultivate critical thinking through an investigation of adaptation. Students will explore Texas ecosystems, make observations and develop hypotheses about animal features. Enhance your students’ interest and knowledge of the ecologically diverse state of Texas at Homeschool Day!
Cost:

Family Plus Members: $5 (When purchasing, please log in to your Witte Museum Account to access your free General Admission.)
Family Members: $5 (When purchasing, please log in to your Witte Museum Account to access your free General Admission.)
Non-Members: $10

Want to become a Witte Museum member? Join the family online and enjoy perks all year.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Advanced registration required.
Recommended for grade levels K – 8.
Ticket includes General Museum Admission and all supplies for the program.

Saturday with a Scientist: Tarantula Talks
2024-09-28 11:00 - 13:00 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
How many questions about tarantulas can you think up?
Join Dr. Valerie Renee Holmes, entomologist and tarantula expert, for Saturday with a Scientist: Tarantula Talks. Learn about the anatomy, behavior and tactics of tarantulas that allow them to thrive in their ecosystems. Dr. Holmes will be bringing two live tarantulas from her personal collection for guests to see and learn about.
Join the Witte Museum for Saturday with a Scientist: Tarantula Talks in the East Foundation Land Stewardship Lab.
Continue your arachnid adventure by visiting Spiders: From Fear to Fascination, opening September 28th.
Purchase your Museum Admission online here or purchase a Witte Membership and enjoy events like this all year!

Pinch Pot Kit Giveaway
2024-10-01 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-10-08 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-10-15 15:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-22 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-10-29 15:00 - 18:00 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Join the Witte Museum in celebrating Texas Archeology Month!
Every Free Tuesday during the month of October, the Witte will be giving away kits to make your very own pinch pot at home! Pinch pots were a simple pottery created by early Texans and other cultures for thousands of years. The kit comes with clay, tools for decorating and a handout with links to online resources.
The giveaway will be located on the 2nd Floor of the Susan Naylor Center. To help protect the museum space, we ask that you build your pinch pot once you get home.
Pinch pot kits provided by the Texas Historical Commission.
Pinch pot kit included with General Admission. Bexar County residents enjoy free General Admission every Tuesday from 3 – 6 p.m. into the Witte Museum campus. Reserve your Free Tuesday tickets in advance on our website.
*Limit one pinch pot kit per person.

STEAM Sunday: Picture Perfect Chemistry
2024-10-13 13:30 - 14:30 | 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 does chemistry contribute to the art of photography?
Inspired by National Chemistry Week, this interactive workshop explores the art and science of photography. You and your family will create your own photochemical work of art.
Cost: $8 (non-member) / $6 (member) + Museum Admission
Important Information:

Advanced registration required. Participation in this event requires Witte Museum general admission (not included), 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.

Homeschool Day: Arachnids Around Us
2024-10-17 09:30 - 15:30 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
What better way to spend a day than immersing your students in the Witte Museum? Join us for a fun day of interactive learning at Homeschool Day!
Choose between two special programs:
Weaving Webs • 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.
How do spiders hunt? Inspired by the special exhibition Spiders, Homeschool Day brings you face-to-face with real arachnids! While you are captivated by the details in their structures, you can learn observational techniques of moving critters and unleash your creativity through your connection to nature.
Spectacular Spiders • 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Are all Texas brown tarantulas brown? Inspired by the special exhibition Spiders, this hands-on workshop explores weird and wonderful spider adaptations. Alongside Witte educators, discover spider anatomy, web silk, spider senses and much more!
Cost:

Family Plus Members: $5 (When purchasing, please log in to your Witte Museum Account to access your free General Admission and Special Exhibition ticket.)
Family Members: $9 (When purchasing, please log in to your Witte Museum Account to access your free General Admission.)
Non-Members: $10

Want to become a Witte Museum member? Join online and enjoy perks all year.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Advanced registration required.
Recommended for grade levels K – 8.
Ticket includes General Museum Admission, Special Exhibition Admission and all supplies for the program.

Rock Art Tours: Halo Shelter
2024-10-19 09:00 - 16:30 | Comstock, TX, Comstock, 78837, United States
Join the Witte Museum for a hiking tour to the Halo Shelter!
Located in a tributary near the pristine Devils River north of Comstock, Halo Shelter features some of the best preserved Pecos River style pictographs in the region. The site gets its name from the unique “halos” that are painted above the heads of several figures.
More about the White Shaman Preserve and Rock Art Tours.
Pricing:

Members: $35
Non-members: $50

Tour Difficulty: (Strenuous) This tour requires stamina, agility, and balance; complete physical mobility is essential. The descent into the canyon is very steep with a rope-assisted climb in and out of the canyon. Gloves are recommended.
Round-trip Distance: ¼ of a mile hike.
Duration: 6-7 hours
Vehicle Requirements: Be prepared for rough roads. High-clearance 4WD vehicles are required.
Reservations are required and spaces are limited. Participants must be ages 12 & up. All minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

The 54th Annual Witte Game Dinner
2024-10-21 18:00 - 22:30 | Brackenridge Park at Historic Milaflores, 1234-1366 E Hildebrand Ave, San Antonio, TX, 78209-6396, United States
Delicious Food | Great Company | Exclusive Auction Items
Put on your best boots and dance the night away at the 54th Annual Witte Game Dinner. Join us as we two-step into the original charm of Game Dinner in Brackenridge Park at historic Miraflores.
This year we are bringing back the multiple food stations and Game Dinner favorites as well as individual ticket sales and open seating.
ABOUT GAME DINNER
The Witte Museum Game Dinner is an unforgettable experience with a new location this year – Miraflores in Brackenridge Park! Game Dinner is a time to come together under the stars to share your love of the Witte and to support the Museum as the premier center for nature, science and culture relating to Texas.

Thanks to the loyal and generous support of corporate and individual sponsors, the Witte Game Dinner continues to be one of San Antonio’s most successful fundraisers – and we are confident that this year will be no different.
Enjoy one-of-a-kind live auction packages and a delicious array of wild game cuisine in various food stations around the party!
2024 GAME DINNER CHAIRS
Lindsay and Greg Bolner
ENTERTAINMENT
William Beckmann

TABLES & TICKETS
We invite you reserve your table or individual tickets today!
Reserve your table at levels available for:

$50,000 – Champion’s Circle
$25,000 – Roosevelt Outdoorsman
$15,000 – Grand Slam
$10,000 – Trophy
$7,500 – Big Game
$6,000 – Community Partners (Non-profit and educational organizations)

Individual Tickets – $500 each
For Game Dinner questions, contact Kim Biffle, Game Dinner Coordinator, at 210.573.0684 or KimBiffle@WitteMuseum.org.

Saturday with a Scientist: Studying Small
2024-10-26 11:00 - 13:00 | Valero Great Hall, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Have you ever wondered how scientists are able to study small animals that call Texas home?
Join Dr. Michele Johnson and students from Trinity University for Saturday with a Scientist: Studying Small. Dr. Johnson is a Biology Professor at Trinity University and is currently studying green anoles to learn how behavior evolves. Dr. Johnson will be bringing microscopes and preserved specimens of small Texas native animals. Get ready to get up close and learn about some of the creatures that live in our backyard!
Join the Witte Museum for Saturday with a Scientist: Studying Small in the Valero Great Hall.
Continue your journey in studying small by visiting Spiders: From Fear to Fascination.
This event is included with General Admission. Purchase your Museum Admission online here or purchase a Witte Membership and enjoy events like this all year!

Halloweb at the Witte
2024-10-31 10:30 - 17:00 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Are you ready to face your fears—or perhaps marvel at the fascinating world of arachnids? This Halloween, head to the Witte Museum for Halloweb, a spine-tingling day of spiders! First, get tangled in a web of wonder in Spiders – From Fear to Fascination, the Witte’s newest special exhibition, then join Witte educators for an exciting dive into the world of arachnids, with family-friendly activities throughout the day:

Storytime & Craft Sessions: 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.
Enjoy a reading of Jumper: A Day in the Life of a Backyard Jumping Spider by Jessica Lana, followed by a fun, hands-on spider craft.
Nature’s Inspiration Demonstration: 2:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m.
Learn how spiders inspire scientists and discover their incredible role in nature.
Animal Encounter: 3:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.
Meet some of our fascinating eight-legged friends up close!
Spider Spotlight: 3:30 p.m.
Get an in-depth look at one of nature’s most captivating creatures.

Bring the whole family for a day filled with learning, adventure and plenty of spider surprises. With activities for all ages, this will be a Halloween to remember!
Get your General Admission and Spiders special exhibition tickets now or purchase a Witte Membership and enjoy events like this all year!
Halloweb events included with General Admission.

Saturday with a Scientist: The Scoop on Soil
2024-11-09 11:00 - 14:00 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Have you ever wondered about the ground beneath your feet?
Join Dr. Melanie Szulczewski, a soil chemist and environmental science professor, and other soil scientists. Learn about how important soil is to plants, organisms and people, and how you can learn more about YOUR soil at home. Get your hands dirty as you explore what’s beneath your feet!
Come out for Saturday with a Scientist: The Scoop on Soil taking place in the East Foundation Land Stewardship Lab.
Purchase your Museum Admission online here or purchase a Witte Membership and enjoy events like this all year!

STEAM Sunday: Web Wonders
2024-11-10 13:30 - 14:30 | 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 spiders hunt?
Inspired by the special exhibition, Spiders, this interactive workshop explores weird and wonderful spider adaptations. You’ll discover how different spiders survive in their environments.
Cost: $8 (non-member) / $6 (member) + Museum Admission
Important Information:

Advanced registration required. Participation in this event requires Witte Museum general admission (not included), 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.

Homeschool Day: Wonder with the Witte
2024-11-12 09:30 - 15:30 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
What better way to spend a day than immersing your students in the Witte Museum? Join us for a fun day of interactive learning at Homeschool Day!
Choose between two special programs:
Black Cowboys • 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.
Did you know that one of four cowboys who went on the trail was Black? Inspired by the special exhibition Black Cowboys: An American Story, be immersed into the stories told by men, women and children from the 19th century. Examine artifacts, art and photographs from the Witte Collection, learn about the skills and character traits needed to settle and develop Texas.
Watercolor Wonders • 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
What happens when nature meets art? Inspired by the special exhibition Mary Virginia Carson: Pioneer Artist Capturing Rock Art with Watercolors, uncover the mysteries of Texas rock art and discover how she brought nature to life on canvas. Participants will unleash their creativity and paint their own nature-inspired masterpieces.
Cost:

Family Plus Members: $5 (When purchasing, please log in to your Witte Museum Account to access your free General Admission and Special Exhibition ticket.)
Family Members: $9 (When purchasing, please log in to your Witte Museum Account to access your free General Admission.)
Non-Members: $10

Want to become a Witte Museum member? Join online and enjoy perks all year.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Advanced registration required.
Recommended for grade levels K – 8.
Ticket includes General Museum Admission, admission to Special Exhibition Spiders – From Fear to Fascination and all supplies for the program.

Witte Watercolors: Painting with Paula
2024-11-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Ready for an evening of creativity, conversation, and a touch of adventure? Explore science through art at the Witte Museum’s Painting with Paula!
Capture the beauty and fascination of one of nature’s most misunderstood creatures—spiders! Using watercolors, create your own masterpiece inspired by Paula the Texas Brown Tarantula, one of the Witte’s animal ambassadors. Enjoy snacks and drinks while learning fascinating spider facts from Witte educators.
Plus, take a guided tour of Spiders—From Fear to Fascination to spark your creativity and learn more about these incredible animals.
What’s included:

Meet & greet with a live tarantula!
All the watercolor supplies to create your masterpiece
Snacks and wine
A private, guided tour of Spiders—From Fear to Fascination

Cost:
$35 per person (non-members)
$30 per person (members)
21+ only — perfect for a fun night out with friends or a unique date idea. Get your tickets today and capture the beauty of nature’s most successful terrestrial predators.

Saturday with a Scientist: Inspired by Spiders
2024-11-16 11:00 - 13:00 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Have you ever wondered why people are afraid of spiders?
Join us at the Witte Museum to learn from Bria Marty, biologist and spider expert. Inspired by her lifelong love of spiders, Bria studied how people think about spiders for her graduate work at Texas State University.
Come out for Saturday with a Scientist to meet Bria and ask all your questions about spiders. Learn about spider anatomy, how to identify spiders using your phone and pick up your own Spider Friends Guide. Bria loves doing spider scavenger hunts, so grab your friends and gear up for fun!
Saturday with a Scientist: Inspired by Spiders takes place in the special exhibition, Spiders: From Fear to Fascination.
Purchase your Museum Admission and Spiders tickets online here or purchase a Witte Membership and enjoy events like this all year!

Fall Favorites Cooking Camp
2024-11-25 08:30 - 2024-11-26 15:30 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Children aged 8-12 are invited to join the Witte Museum’s two-day cooking camp!
This culinary celebration involves chopping, dicing and baking fall favorite treats. Campers will learn about safety in the kitchen while creating a variety of delicious recipes that highlight the flavors of fall. What will your camper cook up?
IMPORTANT DETAILS:

Dates: Monday, November 25 – Tuesday, November 26
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. each day.
Ages: 8 – 12
Cost: $125 (member) / $150 (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.

Magical Memories with Santa and the Dinosaurs
2024-11-30 10:00 - 12:00, 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!

Conference on Texas
2024-12-05 - 2024-12-06 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Ode to Juneteenth: Slavery in Texas
December 5 & 6, 2024The Witte Museum
A Two-Day Museum-Wide Conference, co-presented in partnership with

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Steering Committee chaired by Aaronetta Pierce will curate panel discussions featuring scholars from around the United States focused on slavery in Texas, including Dr. Daina Ramey Berry.
Anticipated attendance from throughout Texas and beyond.
More than 500 attendees expected.
100 scholarships for college students, high school students, and educators.
Keynote speaker Annette Gordon-Reed.

The 2024 Conference on Texas at the Witte Museum will reveal the foundational role of chattel slavery in the formation and growth of Texas. The conference will center on the lives of the enslaved people, especially as mothers, fathers, sisters, and brothers. Every facet of the expanding Texas economy was impacted by slavery and enslaved labor. Enslaved people not only labored on cotton and sugar plantations, they also worked as artisans such as blacksmiths, seamstresses, and as enslaved cowboys.
In 1834, there were approximately 5,000 enslaved people in Mexican Texas. During the Republic of Texas, slavery increased so that by 1845, there were at least 30,000 enslaved women, men, and children in the new state of Texas. When Texas voted to join the Confederacy in 1861, the enslaved population was 182,566 people, the fastest growing demographic in Texas. The economy of Texas was so dependent upon slavery that not until June 19, 1865, now celebrated as Juneteenth, were enslaved people freed from bondage in Texas, two years after Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation.
Through new scholarship, the Conference will broaden the understanding of the ongoing legacies from slavery which continue to impact African Americans in Texas.
Learn more about this year’s conference here.

Rock Art Tours: Bonfire Shelter & Eagle Cave
2024-12-07 09:30 - 16:00 | 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.

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.
