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Heritage Happy Hour~Tyrrell Historical Library

02/27/2020

Join us for craft beer by Saint Archer Gold showcased by Giglio Distributing Co., wine, and socializing in one of Beaumont’s phenomenal historical assets, the Tyrrell Historical Library for our next Heritage Happy Hour on February 27, 2020 from 5:30-7:30pm! The iconic Tyrrell Historical Library was built in 1903 as the First Baptist Church. Captain W. C. Tyrrell purchased the church in 1923 and donated the building to the city for use as a library. It served as the main public library for the city from 1926 to 1974, when the new main branch library opened. At that point, it became the Tyrrell Historical Library, holding a vast amount of research content including a Texana and genealogical collection. In July of 1979, the Beaumont Heritage Society presented the Tyrrell Historical Library with a bronze marker designating its inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places.

In 1987, the building was in a declining state and restoration of the library was adopted as a high priority. The restored library reopened on July 19, 1990 and continues to have its share of maintenance challenges due to age and from inclement weather events including Tropical Storms Harvey and Imelda. In addition to the Texana and genealogical book collections, the Tyrrell Historical Library contains outstanding archives centering on Southeast Texas. Come out and let the library staff show-off recently completed repairs as they take you on a tour of the gorgeous interior and research collections!

Admission:

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

Heritage Happy Hour is an on-going outreach program typically held every other month (6 per year), with each event highlighting an historical landmark, time, or exhibit, and features craft beer graciously provided by Giglio Distributing Co. and wine underwritten by Earth Analytical Sciences (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 and be a part of making a difference!

Become a MEMBER today (available on this page) and get in to ALL Heritage Happy Hours FREE! Non-Member Admission 21+ $10.00 (or pay at the door).

Heritage Happy Hour~FREE to Members/$10 Non-Members 21+

11/21/2019

Please join us at our next Heritage Happy Hour hosted by The Woman’s Club of Beaumont on Thursday, November 21, 2019. Both our host and their chapter house are historically significant to the Beaumont community and its culture, so come out to learn more about the oldest organization in Beaumont and its 110 year old house built in 1909 that is still used for its original purpose. Giglio Distributing Co. will be showcasing seasonal craft beer, with wine and non-alcoholic beverages also available. FREE to Beaumont Heritage Members , $10 for Non-Members 21+ .

The Woman’s Club of Beaumont was originally established in 1895 as the Beaumont Reading Club during an afternoon tea at the home of Mrs. Hal Greer, the wife of a Beaumont judge. It was started as a social and cultural club where women would share magazine subscriptions and it later served as a library for the area before Beaumont had its own public library. Within five years, the club changed its name to the Women’s Reading Club when it became affiliated with Texas Federation of Women’s Clubs. Edith Fuller Chambers, mother of Ruth and Florence, was a member of the Woman’s Club of Beaumont, as were most community-involved women in Beaumont of her time. It was in 1909 that the home to the Woman’s Club of Beaumont was erected and has continuously served as the chapter house for the oldest organization in Beaumont. The house hosts numerous antiques and historical treasures to view and enjoy, as well as an opportunity to learn more about the club and the local history.

Heritage Happy Hour is an on-going outreach program typically held every other month, with each event highlighting an historical landmark, time, or exhibit, as well as a craft beer or brewery graciously provided by Giglio Distributing Co. or wine underwritten by Earth Analytical Sciences (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 and be a part of making a difference!

Become a MEMBER today (available on this page) and get in to ALL Heritage Happy Hours FREE! Non-Member Admission 21+ $10.00 (or pay at the door).

Haunted Halloween Heritage Happy Hour~FREE to Members/$10 Non-Members 21+

10/24/2019

Come wander the halls of the historic 1906 Chambers family home with a one of a kind look into the past. Guests of all ages will enjoy a peek into the lives of departed Chambers family members portrayed by costumed actors. Our dearly departed will be present for one night only, so make plans to see them during this brief special appearance! Giglio Distributing Co. will be showcasing craft beer selections from Buffalo Bayou Brewing, with wine and non-alcoholic beverages also available. Join us for this fun and spooky evening! FREE to Beaumont Heritage Members, $10 for non-members 21+ (under 21 welcome and free to attend)!

Camp Lookinback Session I: Tuesday, July 11- Friday, July 14 ~ 9:00am-Noon

07/11/2017

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. Hands-on activities related to the 1800s will be conducted each day. Camp Lookinback is fun for both boys and girls! Registration begins soon and space is limited and filled on a first come first serve basis. Cost per child is $75.00 for Non-Members and $65.00 for BHS Members.

Camp Lookinback is based on a three year rotating curriculum for a new experience each year. Each day consists of three hands-on activities and a food craft. All children will also tour the historic French home, built in 1845! This year’s curriculum includes:

A CIVIL WAR ADVENTURE: Can you believe some ladies worked as spies to help get important information to the troops? Find out how they did it. Make a silhouette portrait like they did before there were cameras, and take part in firing a real Civil War cannon!

WORK & PLAY: On the frontier, the French family , like many others, relied on the bounty of the land to survive. Learn how to find animals by identifying their tracks and skat. Next, learn the importance of a blacksmith on the frontier and see the forge in action. Then, relax with some old fashioned 1800’s games!

IN THE KITCHEN WITH SALLY: Long before drive-thru restaurants and grocery stores, people had no choice but to do for themselves. Experience a morning in the life of Sally French. Make biscuits, butter, and soap from scratch, and learn all about bees and their honey!

FRENCH HOUSE on the FRONTIER: Tour the John Jay French Museum. Find the pie safe in the kitchen and make your own punched metal panel then, see why the French family was the first to grow rice in our area.

When registering online, please make sure to click the “Submit” button on the bottom of the form, before moving on to payment.

Camp Lookinback Registration - 2020

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Heritage Happy Hour~Tyrrell Historical Library

Heritage Happy Hour~FREE to Members/$10 Non-Members 21+

Haunted Halloween Heritage Happy Hour~FREE to Members/$10 Non-Members 21+

Camp Lookinback Session I: Tuesday, July 11- Friday, July 14 ~ 9:00am-Noon

Camp Lookinback Registration - 2020

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