Cocktails & Culture: Gallery Geeks
2026-01-22 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Playful. Smart. Social.
Gallery Geeks turns a night at the Witte into a lively, brain-powered adventure for adults who love clever, fun, friendly competition and a great cocktail. Start the evening with a full hour to explore the museum and feel like a kid again — this is your chance to cram for the exam before trivia begins at 7.
Sip and sample from drink vendors, grab a bite from the onsite food truck and gather your team for high-energy Witte trivia that covers nature, science, history and culture. Settle in with your group, put your knowledge to the test and compete for bragging rights and prizes in a spirited night at the Witte.
Whether you’re coming on your own, with a partner or with a whole crew, it’s the perfect night out with a smart twist.
Cost: $35 per person (non-member) / $28 per person (member)
This event is for guests 21 and older

5th Annual Engineer It!
2026-02-21 12:00 - 16:00 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
National Engineering Week is here, and the Witte is celebrating in a big way!
Join friends, family and fellow curious minds for our fifth annual Engineer It! — a hands-on day celebrating the many ways engineering shapes our world. Take on creative challenges, explore different engineering fields and see the design process come to life.
As we celebrate the Witte’s 100th birthday year, we’re also celebrating the engineers who have shaped the world over the past century.
What engineering feats have emerged in the last 100 years? And who would engineer the world’s biggest birthday cake? Meet professional engineers, ask questions and get inspired at this engineering party. What will you create?
Come check out activities from our community partners:

Environmental Water Resources Institute
Girl with Grit
JECA Roboraptors
Microchips and Queso
Palo Alto College STEM Center
San Antonio Water System
South Texas Institute of Transportation Engineers
Southwest Research Institute
The Boeing Company
UTSA Physics and Astronomy

This event is included with General Admission. Purchase your Museum Admission online here or become a Witte Member to enjoy events like this and all the exciting celebrations happening throughout our 100th birthday year!

Homeschool Day: Dive into the Witte
2026-02-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Bring your students to the Witte for a day of hands-on discovery. Homeschool Day offers a self-guided experience packed with interactive learning and exploration.
Admission is $10 per participant and includes 9 a.m. early entry, access to the Special Exhibition Unseen Oceans, and exclusive educator-led demonstrations. We encourage you to stay after your program and enjoy a picnic lunch in one of our outdoor picnic areas.
Recommended for grades K-6th
10 a.m.
Story time – Memorial Auditorium
Join us and dive into an engaging read along followed by a take home craft.
3D Printing – Valero Great Hall
How do scientists utilize 3D printers? Learn the basics of the 3D printing process and how this technology is shaping the future of science.
10:30 a.m.
Under Pressure – Kathleen and Curtis Gunn Gallery
How do fish survive the crushing pressure and ice-cold temperatures at the bottom of the ocean? Learn about how deep-sea marine fish control their buoyancy, survive extreme pressure and temperature, and find food in one of the most inhospitable environments on Earth.
Dino Dialogue – Naylor Family Dinosaur Gallery
How many questions about dinosaurs can YOU come up with? Join our Witte educators and get some of your questions answered!
11 a.m.
Storytime – Memorial Auditorium
Join us and dive into an engaging read along followed by a take home craft.
Deep Sea Darkness – SWBC Live Lab
Have you ever wondered what could be at the bottom of the ocean? Why do scientists know more about the surface of Mars than what lies deep under the sea? Dive into a demonstration of Deep Sea Darkness and discover the wonders of the world’s largest habitat!
11:30 a.m.

Animal Encounter – Dawson Family Hall
Did you know the museum is home to several Texas native animals? Find out more about our backyard neighbors during a demonstration of Animal Encounters. Learn about how these animals help support healthy habitats, and what we can do to help them in return.

30th Annual Rock Art Rendezvous
2026-02-27 - 2026-03-01 | White Shaman Preserve, 42535 West US Highway 90, Comstock, TX, 78837, United States
Join us at the White Shaman Preserve for a weekend of exploration, imagination and togetherness at the annual Rock Art Rendezvous.
Every year the Witte hosts this transformational gathering, which features rare access to irreplaceable rock art sites in the Lower Pecos Canyonlands. Camp out under the big skies of Texas, marvel at ancient rock art sites and watch the sun set over a Northern Coahuila desert landscape. Enjoy humanity’s shared history together at the annual Rock Art Rendezvous.

Non-members: $200
Members: $160
Tickets include:

Primitive camping spot at the White Shaman Preserve – bring a tent or trailer (26′ max)
Guided tours of extraordinary rock art sites including Meyers Spring, Painted Shelter, White Shaman, Tinaja Canyon, Centipede Cave and more
Saturday evening BBQ dinner, raffle and live music by Josh Glenn Experiment
Curator Conversations with Dr. Harry Shafer, Curator Emeritus of Archaeology and Dr. Thomas Adams, Chief Curator and VP of Research
Cowboy coffee and oatmeal breakfast Saturday and Sunday morningsExplore the full schedule of events here

Explore the full schedule of events here
Location: The Witte Museum’s White Shaman Preserve, 2 miles west of Seminole Canyon State Park approximately 45 minutes west of Del Rio. Gates open at 11am on Friday, February 27, 2026. All visitors are to depart no later than 4pm on Sunday, March 1, 2026.
For more details, including accommodations, tours, health & safety and cancellations, please click here.

Jennifer Bristol: Meet the Author & Book Signing
2026-03-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Celebrate Women’s History Month with an inspiring afternoon of exploration, conversation, and discovery.
Meet Texas author Jennifer L. Bristol as she shares her book, Wild Women for Good: Stories of Conservation in Texas.

For more than a century, women have shaped the conservation movement in Texas. From protecting birds and wildlife to preserving prairies, forests and waterways, their leadership has helped define the natural heritage of our state. Wild Women for Good brings these powerful stories to life, highlighting more than sixty women and groups whose work strengthened communities and protected the landscapes we treasure today.
Spanning 150 years of history, the book explores the earliest conservation efforts in Texas, including the movement to stop the millinery industry’s slaughter of birds for plumage. Bristol also examines the women who championed the creation of the state park system, defended water systems from pollution, and dedicated private lands for public good in a state where 94 percent of land is privately owned. The book concludes by looking ahead to the next, more diverse generation shaping conservation in Texas.
During this special event, guests can purchase a copy of Wild Women for Good at the Bolner Family Museum Store and meet the author for a book signing.
Included with general museum admission. Become a Witte Member to enjoy free admission year-round plus exclusive discounts and perks.
About the Author
Jennifer L. Bristol is the author of Parking Lot Birding: A Fun Guide to Discovering Birds in Texas and Cemetery Birding: An Unexpected Guide to Discovering Birds in Texas. Inspired by her shared love of birds with famed naturalist Victor Emanuel, Bristol helped create and directs the Victor Emanuel Nature Scholarship Fund, which provides underserved youth with opportunities to attend birding and nature immersion camps.

Cocktails & Culture: Witte Watercolors
2026-03-19 18:00 - 20:30 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
This after-hours program highlights the women who have shaped conservation in Texas, past and present.
Celebrate Women’s History Month with an evening of storytelling, art, and exploration at Cocktails & Culture: Witte Watercolors. As we mark 100 years of the Witte, we also honor the woman who started it all, Ellen Quillin, alongside the many women who have helped highlight Texas’s landscapes and wildlife. Hear from Jennifer Bristol, author of Wild Women for Good: Stories of Conservation in Texas, and Helen Holdsworth, curator of the McLean Family Texas Wild Gallery and Director of Stewardship Education, as they share stories of the wild women who have protected the state’s landscapes and wildlife.
Following a guided gallery experience, you will participate in a hands-on watercolor session with featured artist Alicia McAllen. Inspired by Texas-native flora and fauna, you’ll create your own original piece in a relaxed, social setting.
Your ticket includes guided gallery access, light bites and drinks, and all materials needed to complete your watercolor painting.
Space is limited. Advance tickets are strongly recommended.
Cost: $40 per person (non-member) / $32 per person (member)
Become a member and save 20% on all Cocktails and Culture events throughout the year!
This event is for guests 21 and older

Homeschool Day: Witte Adventures
2026-04-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
What better way to spend the day than exploring the Witte Museum with your students? Join us for a day of self-guided discovery and interactive learning.
Admission is $10 per participant and includes 9 a.m. early entry, access to the Special Exhibition Unseen Oceans, and exclusive educator-led demonstrations. We encourage you to stay after your program and enjoy a picnic lunch in one of our outdoor picnic areas.
Recommended for grades K-6th
10 a.m.
Story time – John R. and Greli N. Less Charitable Trust Science and Nature Courtyard
Join us and dive into an engaging read along followed by a take home craft.
Hunting the Pecos – Adventure Walk
Have you ever wondered what was it like to hunt like thousands of years ago? Join our Witte educators and discover how the People of the Pecos used the natural resources around them to hunt.
10:30 a.m.
Fangtastic! – SWBC Live Lab
Think you could tell the difference between a venomous and a poisonous snake? In this demonstration, compare 3-D printed snake fangs to discover how snakes around the world catch their prey. Learn about the functions of fangs and the power of poison!
Chuckbox Cuisine – Will Smith Amphitheater
Find out who the “Bean Wrangler” is and what he might carry in his chuckbox on long trail drives across North America. Would you have what it takes to do this important job?
11 a.m.
Storytime – John R. and Greli N. Less Charitable Trust Science and Nature Courtyard
Join us and dive into an engaging read along followed by a take home craft.
Nature’s Inspiration – East Foundation Land Stewardship Lab
Do you know all the ways scientists are inspired by nature? Discover how animals like spiders and birds, inspire new technologies and designs that help solve real world problems.
11:30 a.m.

Animal Encounter – Memorial Auditorium
Did you know the museum is home to several Texas native animals? Find out more about our backyard neighbors during a demonstration of Animal Encounters. Learn about how these animals help support healthy habitats, and what we can do to help them in return.

STEAM Sunday: See Like A Bee
2026-04-26 13:30 - 14:30 | Memorial Auditorium at the Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math at STEAM Sunday.
Learn how animals see the world through activities inspired by the special exhibition The Robot Zoo. Explore how animals see the world around them. Discover how creatures like houseflies and spiders experience vision, then dive into how bees see through a hands-on activity that brings their unique perspective to life.
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.
Ticket purchase includes all supplies needed for interactive workshop.
Non-participating family members are welcome to watch (space permitting) and do not need to purchase a ticket.
Recommended for all ages over 5.
Program runs approximately 45-60 minutes.

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