Beaumont Heritage Society

Haunted History: Ghost Texas Investigation Screening
2024-10-12 18:30 - 21:00 UTC | John Jay French House, 3025 French Road, Beaumont, TX, 77706, United States
Join us for a spine-tingling evening as we delve into the mysteries of the John Jay French Museum. On October 12th, 2024, we are excited to host a screening of Ghost Texas’ paranormal investigation episode filmed in our historic museum.

The episode, featuring the expert ghost hunters from the popular YouTube Channel Ghost Texas, uncovers the eerie and unexplained phenomena that have long been rumored to haunt our halls. Witness firsthand the chilling encounters and hear the stories that make the John Jay French Museum a hotspot for paranormal activity. After the screening, participate in a Q&A session with ghost hunters Melvin Maya, Marcos Maya, Turner Maya, Patrick Theriot, and Morgan Brannon. Learn about their investigation techniques, hear their personal experiences, and ask your burning questions about the paranormal.

“Haunted History: Ghost Texas Investigation Screening” will be held October 12th, 2024, on the grounds of the John Jay French Museum, located at 3025 French Road, Beaumont, Texas, 77706. The event begins at 6:30 pm, with the episode screening from 7 – 8:15 pm. Following the episode, Beaumont Heritage Society and Ghost Texas will host a Q&A from 8:15 pm – 9 pm. Admission to this event is FREE! Popcorn and drinks will be sold in the Heritage Hall event space.

Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, this event promises an unforgettable experience of suspense and intrigue. Don’t miss out on the chance to explore the unknown and uncover the secrets of the John Jay French Museum. Prepare for an evening of ghostly adventure!
**Please note: Seating is limited. Please bring chairs or blankets to ensure your comfort during the screening. This event is most suited to ages 13 and up, parental discretion is advised. **

Worldwide Day of Play - Field Day!
2024-09-28 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | John Jay French House, 3025 French Road, Beaumont, TX, 77706, United States
Celebrate Worldwide Day of Play with the Beaumont Children’s Museum and the Beaumont Heritage Society with a Field Day at the John Jay French Museum!

We’ll have activities ranging from an old-fashioned obstacle course with tasks the French Family would’ve had to complete in their daily lives, to some of BCM’s robotics activities, and more in between!

***This is a FREE EVENT, but registration is required!***

Registration Link:https://beaumontchildrensmuseum.doubleknot.com/…/3060793

Heritage Happy Hour at Collier's Ferry Park (Reservations Required)
2024-09-19 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Collier’s Ferry Park, 5390 Pine St., Beaumont, Texas, 77703, United States
Join us Thursday, September 19th for a special format Heritage Happy Hour aboard the Ivory Bill with Neches River Adventures!
The Ivory Bill is a U.S. Coast Guard-inspected 45-ft. covered pontoon boat operated by the Big Thicket Association. This excursion will take you on the open waters of the Neches River and into the Big Thicket National Preserve while you learn more about the history of Collier’s Ferry Park and the Neches River.
Our complimentary drinks from Giglio Distributing will only be served aboard the Ivory Bill. Boat tours will take place in four, thirty-minute time slots at 5:30 p.m., 6:00 p.m., 6:30 p.m., and 7:00 p.m. Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour’s start time to Collier’s Ferry Park at 5390 Pine St. Beaumont, TX 77703. Tours are limited to 25 people per tour. Please reserve a timeslot here or using the link below. Payments for tours are made upon arrival for non-members.
Admission:
– Free for all Beaumont Heritage Society members
– $10 for all non-BHS members 21+
Heritage Happy Hour is an ongoing outreach program typically held every other month, with each event highlighting a historical landmark, time, exhibit, or organization, featuring complimentary craft beer provided by Giglio Distributing Co. (wine and non-alcoholic beverages also available). We believe that by promoting and sharing our local history and its historical significance in a fun and social way, we can also share and promote the efforts to preserve Beaumont’s historical landscape. Join the Beaumont Heritage Society today at beaumontheritage.org/membership and be a part of making a difference!
RESERVE YOUR TIMESLOT HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfa8EmIzemKmsXnrYKYPRnyhmyrWh9KWTlktCy57gHHYdWJZg/viewform?usp=sf_link

RESCHEDULED Exhibit Opening: "Pressed Pleats and Altered Hems"
2024-08-08 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Chambers House Museum, 2240 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
Join us for the rescheduled reception for “Pressed Pleats and Altered Hems: Findings from the Chambers’ Family Closets”.

How much do our clothes tell others about us? How much can we learn about others through what they choose to wear, purchase, or repair? These are the questions Beaumont Heritage Society attempts to answer with their new exhibit “Pressed Pleats and Altered Hems: Findings from the Chambers’ Family Closets.”

The new exhibit will showcase preservation techniques for the Chambers family clothing, covering accessioning, cataloging, cleaning, and rehousing methods employed by Emma Woods, Beaumont Heritage Society’s 2024 Summer Intern, under the supervision of Collections Manager Jayden Franke. The exhibit highlights the intimate connection between the wearer and their attire and features two distinct outfits alongside an assortment of sewing and garment care essentials purchased at defunct stores. Through these artifacts, guests can learn the ingenuity and personal touch of the Chambers women in their approach to clothing, and about the behind-the-scenes efforts required to maintain and preserve these items for future generations.

About the exhibit, summer intern Emma Woods states, “Clothes tell an important story about the people who wear them. They took care of their clothes by making repairs and alterations, which coincides with the recent rise in sustainability movements. This exhibit showcases just a fraction of their efforts to make the lifespan of their clothes longer they are relatable because the same work that they put in is still the same techniques people use today. People can see a reflection of themselves through the collection when they stop to notice them.”

The reception will take place Thursday, August 8th from 5:30-7:30 p.m. and will feature an open house of the first floor of the Chambers House Museum and light refreshments.
The Beaumont Heritage Society is a non-profit, organized to educate and engage the community through Beaumont’s history and heritage for a better future together.

For more information, call (409)832-4010 or visit beaumontheritage.org

Beaumont Amateur Radio Club - ARRL Field Day
2024-06-22 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | John Jay French House, 3025 French Road, Beaumont, TX, 77706, United States
Join the Beaumont Amateur Radio Club (BARC) and Beaumont Heritage Society for ARRL Field Day!

Head to the John Jay French Museum on Saturday, June 22nd from 1 – 4 p.m. to learn more about the BARC, ham radio, and what they do for our community. Beaumont Heritage Society will have a small panel exhibit on the history of the club and radio in Beaumont!

What is ARRL Field Day?

It’s when more than 40,000 ham radios across North America set up temporary transmitting stations to demonstrate ham radio’s science, skills, and service to communities! ARRL Field Day is all about public service, emergency preparedness, and community outreach. This annual event has been happening since 1933!

Who is Beaumont Amateur Radio Club?

The club was founded in 1958 and will mark its 66th anniversary this July! Amateur Radio (ham radio) is a popular hobby and service that brings people, electronics, and communication together. People use HAM radio to talk across town, across the world, and even into space!

Homeschool Days - Trail to Texas
2024-05-17 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | TX
HOMESCHOOL DAYS SESSIONS ARE NOW FULL. IF YOU’D LIKE TO BE NOTIFIED FOR ADDITIONAL DATES, EMAIL ASSTDIRECTOR@BEAUMONTHERITAGE.ORG
Class is back in session!
Join the Beaumont Heritage Society at the 1845 John Jay French Museum for Homeschool Days, a brand-new way to learn about history in one of Beaumont’s most historic locations!
Homeschool Days will take place May 17th, 2024, on the grounds of the John Jay French Museum. Due to popular demand, we will now offer TWO sessions. Session I IS NOW FULL. Session II IS NOW FULL. Sessions cost $5.00 per student and include a history lesson and related activity. Please complete your form and payment below. Spots are limited!
Homeschool Days will cover the “Trail to Texas.” Students will learn about John Jay French’s journey to the Texas frontier, and play a life-size board game similar to “The Oregon Trail” game. This program is recommended for students ages 6-12, but students of all ages are welcome!
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Questions about this program? Call us at 409-898-0348!

Heritage Happy Hour at the Jefferson Theatre
2024-05-16 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Jefferson Theatre, 345 Fannin St, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
Join us for our next Heritage Happy Hour on May 16th, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Jefferson Theatre for our Annual Members Meeting! Enjoy wine and craft beer showcased by Giglio Distributing Co., and tour this piece of Beaumont’s history! All are welcome – members only will be able to vote on the board slate.
Admission:
-Free for all Beaumont Heritage Society members
-$10 for all non-BHS members 21+
From the Jefferson Theatre website: “The Jefferson Theatre was designed by noted architect Emile Weil and built in 1927 in downtown Beaumont for the Jefferson Amusement Company, Sol E. Gordon and J. C. Clemmons, partners, at a cost of one million dollars. Constructed of the finest materials available at the time, the Jefferson was a magnificent structure as well as a center for entertainment . . .a Movie Palace. The Beaumont Journal once described it in this manner: “Of striking Old Spanish architecture, the interior radiates romance and charm in the perfect blending of color, tone, architecture, sculpture, and fabric and breathes an eloquence of grandeur that is felt quite as much as it is seen.”
The Jefferson Theatre opened on Monday, November 14, 1927, with a program including The Jefferson Grand Orchestra conducted by Frank Harris, the organ played by Alice Richmond, and the movie “Rose of the Golden West” starring Mary Astor and Gilbert Roland. The theater hosted traveling shows, vaudevillians, and drama, in addition to some of the world’s greatest motion pictures, including “It’s A Wonderful Life,” whose 1947 premiere was held at the Jefferson Theatre, with star James Stewart and director Frank Capra in attendance. The Jefferson Theatre was THE showplace of entertainment for four decades and the pride of the Jefferson Amusement Company, led in later years by Julius Gordon, son of Sol Gordon. In addition to the theater’s other dazzling appointments, a magnificent Robert Morton Wonder Organ, voiced particularly for the acoustics of the Jefferson, was installed on a platform that allowed it to rise majestically from the orchestra pit to stage level. The organ’s 778 pipes and many percussive effects produced a variety of sounds rivaling those of an actual orchestra.
The Jefferson Theatre was beautifully restored after many decades and celebrated it’s Grand Reopening, November 5-15, 2003. Owned and operated by the City of Beaumont, the theatre has become the cornerstone of entertainment in Downtown. Weekly Classic Movie Nights began in August 2014 and are wildly successful with more than 12,000 attendees annually. Major concerts and shows in the last year include Pat Benatar, Bobby Bones, Russian Grand Ballet, Travis Tritt, Rodney Carrington, and Tracy Byrd.”
Heritage Happy Hour is an ongoing outreach program typically held every other month, with each event highlighting a historical landmark, time, exhibit, or organization, featuring complimentary craft beer provided by Giglio Distributing Co. (wine and non-alcoholic beverages also available). We believe that by promoting and sharing our local history and its historical significance in a fun and social way, we can also share and promote the efforts to preserve Beaumont’s historical landscape. Join the Beaumont Heritage Society today at beaumontheritage.org/membership and be a part of making a difference!

Heritage Happy Hour – BAW Resale
2024-03-21 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | BAW Resale, 1096 Calder Ave, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
Join us for our next Heritage Happy Hour on March 21st, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at BAW Resale! Enjoy wine and craft beer showcased by Giglio Distributing Co., and tour this piece of Beaumont’s history!

Admission:
-Free for all Beaumont Heritage Society members
-$10 for all non-BHS members 21+

Heritage Happy Hour is an ongoing outreach program typically held every other month, with each event highlighting a historical landmark, time, exhibit, or organization, featuring complimentary craft beer provided by Giglio Distributing Co. (wine and non-alcoholic beverages also available). We believe that by promoting and sharing our local history and its historical significance in a fun and social way, we can also share and promote the efforts to preserve Beaumont’s historical landscape. Join the Beaumont Heritage Society today at beaumontheritage.org/membership and be a part of making a difference!

By Their Hands: The Lives and History of Domestic Workers at the Chambers’ Family Home
2024-02-10 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | Chambers House Museum, 2240 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
Beaumont Heritage Society’s Chambers House Museum commemorates Black History Month with a brand-new, permanent exhibit housed in the Museum’s Domestic Employees’ Quarters entitled: “By Their Hands: The Lives and History of Domestic Workers at the Chambers’ Family Home.” This exhibit depicts the living conditions of domestic employees of the Chamber family from 1914 and specifically focuses on the lives and work of Nona Williams, Fannie Bowie, and Etta Mack. Panels on the walls of the staff’s quarters share the history of domestic employment in Southeast Texas, the daily life of those who worked at the Chambers House, and the history of the structure. “They Will Talk About Us: The Charlton-Pollard Story,” from Gordon Scott Williams and Lamar University’s KVLU is featured alongside maps of African American communities in the North and South end to inform guests on the life of these communities outside of employment.
“Though we recognize it is a difficult and often painful history, we are honored to tell the stories of men and women like Nona Williams, Fannie Bowie, and Etta Mack. Their stories and contributions to not only our history here at the Chambers House, but also to their communities at-large, deserve recognition and remembrance. Without their work by their hands, we would likely not have the preserved history we have today at the Museum,” said Beaumont Heritage Society’s Executive Director, Shelby Brannan. “We tell these stories not only to reflect on history but to hopefully create better futures together with what we learn. We hope our community will join us.”
The exhibit opens February 6th, 2024, and can be seen during regular tours and scheduled tour times Tuesday – Friday at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., and 2 p.m. and Saturday at 10 a.m. and 12 p.m.
The community is invited to an event to commemorate the exhibit on February 10, 2024, from 1-3 p.m. Entry for this event is free. Visitors can walk through the first floor of the Chambers House Museum and tour the exhibit space. Community organizations will be present on the lawn and refreshments provided. If you’re interested in attending this event as a community organization, please contact (409)832-4010.
This event promotes Beaumont Heritage Society’s mission to foster a connection to Beaumont’s history and inspire others to value preservation and heritage.

Homeschool Days - Barter and Trade
2024-02-09 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | John Jay French House, 3025 French Road, Beaumont, TX, 77706, United States
Class is back in session!
Join the Beaumont Heritage Society at the 1845 John Jay French Museum for Homeschool Days, a brand-new way to learn about history in one of Beaumont’s most historic locations!
Homeschool Days will take place May 17th, on the grounds of the John Jay French Museum. Due to popular demand, we will host TWO sessions. Session I will be held May 17th, 2024 from 10am – 11am. Session II will be held May 17th, 12pm – 1pm. Sessions cost $5.00 per student and include a history lesson and related activity. Please complete your form and payment below. Spots are limited!
Homeschool Days will cover “The Trail to Texas.” Students will learn about John Jay French’s journey to the south, and play a life-size board game based on the classic game “The Oregon Trail.” This program is recommended for students ages 6-12, but students of all ages are welcome!
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Questions about this program? Call us at 409-898-0348!

A Vintage Holiday & Last Chance Christmas Market
2023-12-17 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Chambers House Museum, 2240 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
Let vintage holiday tunes serenade you at Beaumont Heritage Society’s A Vintage Holiday at the Chambers House Museum on December 17th, 2023, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Walk through the house, decorated with the family’s own Christmas decorations, and learn more about how this prominent Beaumont family celebrated the holidays.
This year marks the event’s return after being closed for construction on the home’s porch last year. “There’s no better way to get into the holiday spirit,” says Executive Director, Shelby Brannan. “The home is so cozy, especially this time of the year. We invite the public to come get in the spirit with us and take the chance to shop local for those last-minute gifts.”
This FREE event features a walkthrough tour of the 1907 Chambers House Museum with live Holiday music played on the family piano. The tour will feature information on how the Chambers family celebrated Christmas from 1920 – 1945. Children can enjoy a paper doll craft while parents shop at the last-chance Christmas market on the grounds. Coffee, hot chocolate, and other light refreshments will be served. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. The Chambers House is located at 2240 Calder Ave. in Beaumont. Parking is located behind the Museum off McFaddin St.
*Vendor spots are currently FULL! Please call our office at (409)832-4010 to be put on our waiting list.*

The living room features the Chambers family stockings and Christmas tree.

Chambers family angel decorations.

A guest views the items on display.

Guests enjoy refreshments at A Vintage Holiday.

Santa Mini Photo Shoot
2023-11-25 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | John Jay French House, 3025 French Road, Beaumont, TX, 77706, United States
Looking for the perfect Christmas card photo? Join us for our Santa Mini Photoshoot on the porch of the historic John J. French Museum on November 25, 2023.

Old Saint Nick will greet kids and families on the decorated porch of the home for a five-minute meet-and-greet photo shoot. Sessions start at 1 p.m. and are $50 for 3 digital images. Half of the proceeds from this event benefit the 1845 John J. French Museum.

To book, click here to be directed to the booking site of Gabrielle Smith Photography!

Weather Notice: If the weather is not conducive to taking photos on the museum’s porch, the session will be moved indoors.

The setup will be similar to the photo below, but Santa will vary!

Lamar University Athletics Nonprofit Spotlight
2023-10-28 15:00 - 21:00 UTC | Provost Umphrey Stadium, 4400 S MLK Jr Parkway, Beaumont, TX, 77705, United States
Beaumont Heritage Society is excited to announce our next fundraising event in partnership with Lamar University Athletics!
“Join us on October 28th as LU Football takes on conference rival UIW! Half of the proceeds from each ticket purchased through this link will go directly to the Beaumont Heritage Society! Support the great work that they are doing to preserve and showcase the rich history of Southeast Texas and catch an LU Football game while you’re at it! You won’t want to miss this opportunity to have fun and support a great cause.”
Wear black to show your support for the Lamar Cardinals!
Tickets for this event can be purchased here, or by scanning the QR code below:

Proceeds from the fundraising event will directly benefit the care and maintenance of the 1845 John Jay French Museum.
We hope to see you there! Go Cards!

Heritage Happy Hour - St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica
2023-09-21 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica, 700 Jefferson St., Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
Join us for our next Heritage Happy Hour on September 21, 2023 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica! Enjoy craft beer showcased by Giglio Distributing Co., wine, and view artwork from local artists.

About St. Anthony: “Construction on the Cathedral started in 1903, the City of Beaumont recognized the Cathedral as a heritage site in 1975 and was named a Recorded Texas Historical Landmark in 1981. We welcome all! Come visit us!”

Admission:
-Free for all Beaumont Heritage Society members
-$10 for all non-BHS members 21+

Heritage Happy Hour is an ongoing outreach program typically held every other month, with each event highlighting a historical landmark, time, exhibit, or organization and features craft beer provided by Giglio Distributing Co. (wine and non-alcoholic beverages also available). We believe that by promoting and sharing our local history and its historical significance in a fun and social way, we can also share and promote the efforts to preserve Beaumont’s historical landscape. Join the Beaumont Heritage Society today at beaumontheritage.org and be a part of making a difference!

Treasured Traditions
2023-08-12 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Chambers House Museum, 2240 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
We are thrilled to invite you and your families to our newest FREE event “Treasured Traditions At The Chambers House” on the morning of Saturday, August 12 from 9AM-11AM.
FEATURING:
The Art Museum of Southeast Texas
The Tyrrell Historical Library
The Tyrrell Nature Center
and more!
They will host several family-friendly activities on the grounds of the Chambers House Museum to celebrate the traditions and interests of the Chambers sisters, such as family history, art, and gardening.
This event is FREE to the public! The bottom floor of the Chambers House will also be open for walkthroughs.
Come and be a part of these TREASURED TRADITIONS!

Heritage Happy Hour - Beaumont Art League
2023-07-20 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Beaumont Art League, 2675 Gulf Ave, Beaumont, TX, 77703, United States
Join us for our next Heritage Happy Hour on July 20th, 2023 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Beaumont Art League! Enjoy craft beer showcased by Giglio Distributing Co., wine, and view artwork from local artists.
About Beaumont Art League: The Beaumont Art League (BAL) was organized by a group of local artists in 1943, and has been an integral part of the local arts community ever since. Beaumont Art League is a member-supported, nonprofit organization that promotes the visual arts in Southeast Texas with monthly art exhibitions, juried competitions, workshops, classes, children’s education, and studio sessions. The spacious art galleries and classroom are located on the old Fairgrounds at 2675 Gulf Ave, Beaumont, TX 77703.
Admission:
-Free for all Beaumont Heritage Society members
-$10 for all non-BHS members 21+
Heritage Happy Hour is an ongoing outreach program typically held every other month, with each event highlighting a historical landmark, time, exhibit, or organization and features craft beer provided by Giglio Distributing Co. (wine and non-alcoholic beverages also available). We believe that by promoting and sharing our local history and its historical significance in a fun and social way, we can also share and promote the efforts to preserve Beaumont’s historical landscape. Join the Beaumont Heritage Society today at beaumontheritage.org and be a part of making a difference!

Camp Lookinback 2023 - Waitlist
2023-07-11 09:00 - 2023-07-14 12:00 UTC | John Jay French House, 3025 French Road, Beaumont, TX, 77706, United States
CAMP LOOKINBACK IS NOW FULL. PLEASE COMPLETE THIS FORM TO JOIN OUR WAITLIST.
Join us for Camp Lookinback, hosted July 11-14, 2023 at the John Jay French Museum! *The French Museum will be closed to the public from July 11th-15th*
Camp Lookinback is a fun and educational four-day summer camp held on the grounds of the historic John Jay French Museum. Children, ages 6-11, experience another time in Texas history while in a safe and enriching environment. Each day, children will get to perform hands on activities related to the 1800s. Camp Lookinback is fun for both boys and girls!
Registration is required and SPACE IS LIMITED to 45 CHILDREN and filled on a first come first serve basis. Cost per child is $75.00 for Non-Members and $65.00 for BHS Members.
Apply for the scholarship waitlist here!
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Camp Schedule
Camp Lookinback 2023 will be held in one session: Tuesday – Friday July 11th-14th from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Camp Lookinback is based on a three-year rotating curriculum for a new experience each year. Each day consists of three hands-on activities. This year, activities include (subject to change):
HORSIN’ AROUND – Campers will take a tour of the John Jay French Museum, visit horses brought by Stable Spirits, and make yarn dolls. Snack: Graham Cracker Quilts.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES – Campers will visit with a local beekeeper and his colony, learn about the food webs and ecosystems around us, and hear from Tyrrell Park Nature Center about owls! Snack: Biscuits and Honey.
BUGGING OUT – Campers will go on a bug safari, learn about animal adaptations, and cook over an open flame! Snack: S’mores.
CHRISTMAS IN JULY – Campers will celebrate Christmas in the 1800s, make paper quilts, and learn about wild animals! Snack: Iced gingerbread cookies.
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Heritage Happy Hour - Members Only
2023-05-18 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | John Jay French House, 3025 French Road, Beaumont, TX, 77706, United States
Join us for our annual Members-Only Heritage Happy Hour on May 18th from 5:30-7:30pm!
Enjoy craft beer showcased by Giglio Distributing Co., wine, and food at one of our favorite locations in Beaumont – our 1845 John J. French Museum.
We’ll kick off our year-end celebration with a vote on next fiscal year’s Board of Directors and a quick update of all of last year’s happenings.
Want to have your voice heard in our organization? Join today at https://beaumontheritage.org/membership/

Heritage Happy Hour - Beaumont Community Players
2023-03-16 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Beaumont Community Players, 4155 Laurel Ave, Beaumont, TX, 77707, United States
Join us for our next Heritage Happy Hour on March 16th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Beaumont Community Players, located at 4155 Laurel Ave, Beaumont, TX 77707! Enjoy complimentary craft beer showcased by Giglio Distributing Co., wine, and learn more about the history of Beaumont Community Players!
“Beaumont Community Players (BCP) has been in Beaumont, TX for almost 100 years, producing high-quality plays and musicals ranging from Broadway spectaculars to intimate dramas. Beginning in 1925 as Beaumont’s “Little Theatre” this dedicated team of volunteers has grown from a small troupe of players to the amazing company producing more than 10 shows a year we see today. A true anchor organization for the Arts and Arts Education Beaumont Community Players is also the home of the Margaret Bolton School of Performing Arts and KIDmunity, our award-winning summer program for youth.” Learn more about Beaumont Community players here.
Admission:
-Free for all Beaumont Heritage Society members
-$10 for all non-BHS members 21+
Heritage Happy Hour is an ongoing outreach program typically held every other month, with each event highlighting a historical landmark, time, exhibit, or organization and features craft beer provided by Giglio Distributing Co. (wine and non-alcoholic beverages also available). We believe that by promoting and sharing our local history and its historical significance in a fun and social way, we can also share and promote the efforts to preserve Beaumont’s historical landscape. Join the Beaumont Heritage Society today at beaumontheritage.org and be a part of making a difference!

Heritage Happy Hour - Junior League of Beaumont
2023-01-19 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Junior League of Beaumont, 2388 Mcfaddin Ave, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
Join us for our next Heritage Happy Hour on January 19th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Junior League of Beaumont, located at 2388 Mcfaddin Ave, Beaumont, TX 77702! Enjoy craft beer showcased by Giglio Distributing Co., wine, and learn more about the Junior League of Beaumont.
The Junior League of Beaumont was organized in 1937 with a membership of 38 and in 1946 became a member of the Association of Junior Leagues International, Inc. The Junior League of Beaumont is comprised of a diverse group of women with the common desire to make Beaumont a better place to live. The league has not only provided volunteer and financial assistance to numerous organizations in need but has been the driving force in establishing community assistance, historical and cultural as well as educational organizations that are still in operation today. Some of these include: John J. French Museum, Beaumont Heritage Society, Art Museum of Southeast Texas, Leadership Beaumont, Jefferson Theatre, Southeast Texas Food Bank, Southeast Texas Family Resource Center, and Beaumont Children’s Museum.
Admission:
-Free for all Beaumont Heritage Society members
-$10 for all non-BHS members 21+
Heritage Happy Hour is an ongoing outreach program typically held every other month, with each event highlighting a historical landmark, time, exhibit, or organization and features craft beer provided by Giglio Distributing Co. (wine and non-alcoholic beverages also available). We believe that by promoting and sharing our local history and its historical significance in a fun and social way, we can also share and promote the efforts to preserve Beaumont’s historical landscape. Join the Beaumont Heritage Society today at beaumontheritage.org and be a part of making a difference!

Dr. William Seale Tree Dedication
2022-11-12 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | John Jay French House, 3025 French Road, Beaumont, TX, 77706, United States
Join us Saturday, November 12th, 2022 at 11 a. m. to dedicate a magnolia tree on the grounds of the John J. French Museum in honor of the life and legacy of Dr. William Seale. William Seale, Ph.D., was an American historian and preservationist. A native of Beaumont, Dr. Seale completed the historical research that led to the founding of the Beaumont Heritage Society and the John J. French Museum. His scholarship and service to preservation and restoration brought awareness to the value of preserving historic buildings for future generations.
Speakers include Judith Linsley and Will Seale. A small exhibit featuring items from Dr. Seale’s life and work will be on display inside Heritage Hall for two weeks following the dedication.
Parking is located at the John Jay French Museum’s Office at 3025 French Rd. Beaumont, TX 77706.

Florence Chambers 110th Birthday Celebration
2022-10-08 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Chambers House Museum, 2240 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, TX, 77701, United States
Join us in celebrating Florence Chambers 110th birthday with a party honoring the legacy she left with the C. Homer and Edith Fuller Chambers Foundation. Take a tour of the bottom floor of the Chambers House Museum, decorated as it was on the night of her 13th birthday celebration in 1925. Beneficiaries of the C. Homer and Edith Fuller Chambers Foundation will be in attendance to talk about the lasting impact she left with her continued giving. On the lawn, you can enjoy hors d’oeuvres, cake, and punch, and listen to time-period music DJ’d by Patrick Sanders. The grounds will be decorated with games like cornhole, croquet, and lawn bowling. You can also participate in a community painting while learning more about Florence’s work as an artist. This event will take place on October 8th, 2022, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the Chambers House Museum at 2240 Calder Ave. Beaumont, TX 77701. Parking is located behind the museum off McFaddin St. in the Chambers House Museum lot and the lot at 2220 Calder Ave. Admission is free for all guests.

Spirits and Spiritualism
2022-10-01 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | John Jay French House, 3025 French Road, Beaumont, TX, 77706, United States
Join us for our first ever talk on Spirits and Spiritualism at the John Jay French Museum on October 1, 2022, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. This free event will feature a talk from Assistant Director Karli Stansbury, and flashlight tour of the historic home. Help us kick off the Halloween season with a lively discussion on ghosts, and the French family’s connection to Spiritualism. Light refreshments will be served!

Heritage Happy Hour - Beaumont Botanical Gardens
2022-09-22 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | TX
Join us for our next Heritage Happy Hour on September 22nd, 2022 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Beaumont Botanical Gardens in Tyrrell Park! Enjoy craft beer showcased by Giglio Distributing Co., wine, and a stroll in beautifully kept gardens.
The Beaumont Council of Garden Clubs, consisting of garden clubs, plant societies, and nature-oriented organizations, was formed on April 12, 1951, to obtain and sustain a public garden center. In 1968 the City of Beaumont set aside 10 acres of land in the historic Tyrrell Park for the Beaumont Council of Garden Clubs to develop. The original Beaumont Garden Center Building was constructed using bricks from the Southern Pacific Railroad Passenger Station and was dedicated on August 20, 1971.
About Tyrrell Park: In 1923, Captain W.C. Tyrrell donated 1500 acres to be used as a park. Between November 24, 1935, and June 30, 1941, the Civilian Conservation Corps Company 845 built the park entrance way, stables, roads, nature trails, and recreation buildings. Tyrrell Park also served as a prisoner of war camp for German prisoners during World War II.
Admission:-Free for all Beaumont Heritage Society members-$10 for all non-BHS members 21+
Heritage Happy Hour is an ongoing outreach program typically held every other month, with each event highlighting a historical landmark, time, exhibit, or organization and features craft beer provided by Giglio Distributing Co. (wine and non-alcoholic beverages also available). We believe that by promoting and sharing our local history and its historical significance in a fun and social way, we can also share and promote the efforts to preserve Beaumont’s historical landscape. Join the Beaumont Heritage Society today at beaumontheritage.org and be a part of making a difference!
