The Witte Museum

STEAM Sunday: Medicine & Molecules
2023-10-22 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | 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 medicine work?
Inspired by the American Chemical Society’s National Chemistry Week, this family-friendly, hands-on workshop explores the chemistry of pharmacology. You’ll discover how different molecules affect the way a body absorbs medicine.
Important Information:

Additional fee and advance registration required for event.
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.
Participation in this event requires Witte Museum admission (sold separately), plus STEAM Sunday ticket for each participant.
STEAM Sunday ticket sales close one hour before the program begins.

Rock Art Tours: White Shaman Preserve
2023-09-02 12:30 - 14:00 | White Shaman Preserve, 42535 West US Highway 90, Comstock, TX, 78837, United States
Journey deep into the rugged Lower Pecos Canyonlands to experience the White Shaman mural, considered one of the most cosmologically complex narratives in the world, at the Witte Museum’s White Shaman Preserve.
Located near Seminole Canyon State Park, this 1.5-hour trek takes you through a landscape filled with Chihuahuan Desert plants and stunning views of the Pecos River where it converges with the Rio Grande. The White Shaman mural, painted thousands of years ago, illustrates the lifeway and belief systems of the now-gone hunter-gatherer society.
More about the White Shaman Preserve and the Witte.
Pricing:

Members: $15
Non-Members: $25

Tour Difficulty: (Strenuous) There is a 250-foot descent into a narrow brushy canyon and the trail is steep with loose rocks and uneven footing. At any time of the year, desert heat can be extreme.
Round-trip Distance: 1.5 miles
Duration: 1.5 hours
Vehicle Requirements: There are no vehicle requirements for this tour.
The Witte’s Mission to shape the future of Texas inspires us to provide weekly tours from early Fall to late Spring for the public to experience the majesty of the White Shaman Mural.
Reservations are required and spaces are limited. Participants must be ages 12 & up. All minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Bringing Shadows Into the Light: A Panel Discussion
2023-11-05 14:00 - 16:00 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Join photographer Al Rendón for a community event to discuss his book Mi Cultura—Bringing Shadows Into the Light: The Photography of Al Rendón, which celebrates his remarkable 50-year career. Rendón will be joined by notable individuals who have contributed to the publication and experienced his work for decades.
Panelists include:

Eduardo Díaz: Díaz is the Deputy Director of the National Museum of the American Latino and contributed by writing the introduction to the book.
Dr. Tomás Ybarra Frausto: A noted Chicano Studies scholar, Dr. Fausto wrote an essay in the publication titled “Bringing Shadow Into Light: The Photography of Al Rendón.”
Bruce Shackelford: Shackelford is the Texas History Curator at the Witte Museum. His essay in Mi Cultura is titled “Al Rendón and Charrería.”
Juan Tejeda: A Consultant at the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center, Tejada’s contribution to the publication includes an essay titled “Al Rendón: Fotógrafo del Pueblo/Photographer of the People and a City.”

The discussion will be moderated by Witte Museum President & CEO Marise McDermott, who wrote the forward.
Cost: Free with Museum Admission. Reserve your admission online or become a Witte Museum Member and enjoy events like this all year!
Purchase your copy of the Mi Cultura—Bringing Shadows Into the Light: The Photography of Al Rendón book at the Bolner Family Museum Store, learn from the publication’s contributors and experience the retrospective exhibition of his 50-year career.
ABOUT THE ARTIST & AUTHOR
Al Rendón has been documenting his hometown, San Antonio, for over fifty years. He started as a teen, taking photos of rock bands, but he quickly transitioned to photos that captured San Antonio’s Mexican culture. He has photographed Conjunto and Tejano musicians, local artists, street food purveyors, Charreada competitors and people in their everyday lives.
His work with Conjunto and Tejano musicians led him to work with Selena. His photos of Selena were used as cover art for her 1992 CD Entre a Mi Mundo and various other photos of Selena have appeared on several magazines, including Newsweek and People; and her portrait is in the collection of the National Portrait Gallery at the Smithsonian.
The exhibition Mi Cultura—Bringing Shadows Into the Light: The Photography of Al Rendón is presented by the Sally and Charlie Cheever Foundation and generously supported by Guillermo Nicolas and the WellMed Charitable Foundation. The book Mi Cultura—Bringing Shadows Into the Light: The Photography of Al Rendón is generously supported by Marsha Shields and the McCombs Foundation.

Homeschool Day: Explore Your World
2023-11-14 09:30 - 12:30 | TX
What better way to spend a day than immersing your students in the Witte Museum? Join us for a fun day of learning at Homeschool Day!
Choose between two exciting programs:
Citizen Scientists • 9:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m.
Do you enjoy exploring the world around you? Learn how your passion for nature can help scientist collect data. In this hands-on workshop, you will practice making observations and collecting data in nature through photography and uploading to a public repository.
*Suggested Grade Levels: 2-4

Tickets: Citizen Scientists at 9:30 a.m.
Tickets: Citizen Scientists at 11:30 a.m.

Map Makers • 10:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.
What is a landform and how do we mark it on a map? Inspired by the special exhibition, Explore Your World, this hands-on workshop explores the challenges of cartography. You’ll learn about geography and geology as you create your own landscape and map.
*Suggested Grade Levels: 3-5

Tickets: Map Makers at 10:30 a.m.
Tickets: Map Makers at 12:30 p.m.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Advanced registration required. Participation in this event requires Witte Museum admission (sold separately), plus Homeschool Day ticket for each participant.
Purchase includes all supplies needed for interactive workshop.
Recommended for grade levels: K – 5.

STEAM Sunday: Map Maker
2023-11-19 14:00 - 15:00 | 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.
What is a landform, and how do we mark it on a map?
Inspired by the special exhibition Explore Your World, this hands-on workshop explores the challenges of cartography. You’ll learn about geography and geology as you create your own landscape and map.
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.

Fall Favorites Cooking Camp
2023-11-20 08:30 - 2023-11-21 15:30 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
~ SOLD OUT ~
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 20 – Tuesday, November 21
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. each day.
Ages: 8 – 12
Cost: $125 (member) / $150 (non-member)
Registration: is required

Questions about camp? Contact the Witte Education Team at Camp@WitteMuseum.org.

Pictures with Santa and the Dinosaurs
2023-11-25 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-12-09 15:00 - 17:00 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Combine the magic of Santa with the wonder of the Witte for holiday photos your family will cherish for a lifetime.
Santa will visit and take photos with children in the Naylor Family Dinosaur Gallery on the following dates:

Saturday, November 25 from 10 a.m. – Noon
Saturday, December 2 from 10 a.m. – Noon
Saturday, December 9 from 3 – 5 p.m.
Saturday, December 16 from 10 a.m. – Noon

Your family’s visit with Santa is included with Museum Admission. Please bring your own camera to take photos.

Saturday with a Scientist: Atlatls & Archeology
2023-12-02 11:00 - 13:00 | Texas Wild Garden at the Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
What kinds of experiments help archeologists?
Learn from and engage with a real scientist! Mikaela Razo, MA, is the Assistant Curator and Lab Director at the UTSA Center for Archeological Research. Razo will be at the Witte to answer your questions about archeology, teach you the best way to throw a spear and show you the types of experiments archeologists might conduct.
Join the Witte Museum for Saturday with a Scientist: Atlatls & Archeology in the Texas Wild Garden.
This event is included with General Admission. Purchase your Museum Admission online or purchase a Witte Museum Membership and enjoy events like this all year!

Witte Museum Holiday Market
2023-12-03 12:00 - 17:00 | Mays Family Center at the Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Get in the holiday spirit at the annual indoor Holiday Market at the Witte Museum!
Discover unique holiday gift ideas while supporting your community as you shop over 35 local merchants and makers. The event also features a book signing and a special performance by Agarita Humble Hall.
Admission to the Holiday Market is FREE. Make a day of it! Shop the market and plan to stay for an afternoon at the Witte Museum. Embark on a quest across land, sea and space in the current special exhibition, Explore Your World, and experience our galleries and exhibitions.
MARKET HIGHLIGHTS
11 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Members-Only Early Access
Witte Museum members can enjoy a full hour of the market before it opens to the public. Want to become a Witte member? Visit our membership page and start receiving benefits this winter.
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Book Signing featuring Al Rendón
Well-known for his portraits of Selena, Rock & Roll concerts and Charreada competitors, Al Rendón has photographed Tejano culture in South Texas for decades. Purchase your copy of his book, Mi Cultura—Bringing Shadows Into the Light: The Photography of Al Rendón, engage with Rendón and experience the retrospective exhibition of his 50-year career.
1:15 – 3 p.m.: Live Music by the Tuesday Musical Club and Agarita Humble Hall
Young artists from the Tuesday Musical Club will begin the show at 1:15 p.m., followed by a performance by Agarita Humble Hall at 2 p.m. The Agarita Humble Hall brings live, world-class, innovative musical performances to San Antonio. An innovative chamber ensemble dedicated to producing bold, collaborative musical events, Agarita offers a new way to experience classical and contemporary music. More information can be found at agarita.org.
MARKET VENDORS

Bolner Family Museum Store at the WitteAnnie's Petite TreatsArt and Soul

BearyBandsBee MaryBee Sweetology

Bohemian GemmeBrie BlueBroken Axe Leather Co.

Cakes by FeliciaChem-Free NaturallyChick Rocks

Clasica VintageCrazy Plant LoveeCultura Campaign

Doubleside Toffee Co.Doughrific KidsFloat SA

From Scratch FarmGrandmother's HandIn the Weeds

Jenn's Bow-tiqueJr. League Cook BookKathyphantastic

Kelly's Custom CookiesLa ChicharraLakehills Studio

Lil Wonders StudioLora's LLoveliesLove You Mucho Designs

Lucid Plant Based CandlesMaraallisonMi Raiz/Kopalli Artepublico

Micro TerraMorpho Style BoutiqueNarwhal Box

Native Designs by DanaNazarPerrito Lindo

Princess and the MonkeyQueen Bee Clay Co.RELYT

Renee's Twisted ChocolateSassy Since BirthSola and Stem Wood Florals

South Paw WaggeryThat LEDThat Southern Draw

To Bee'Loved BoutiqueTracy Murphy StudioTrinity Rubio Art

WoodNoza

16th Annual La Tamalada
2023-12-09 11:00 - 14:30 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Tamale season is around the corner!
Limited seats added for the 16th annual La Tamalada—Join your Witte family 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 tamales cook, enjoy demonstrations on how to make salsa and chili. Communal learning of how to make tamales has been key to keeping this skill alive, so join the Witte 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.

STEAM Sunday: Charting Space
2023-12-17 14:00 - 15:00 | 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 objects in space move?
Inspired by the special exhibition Explore Your World and the winter solstice, this hands-on workshop explores the orderly motion of objects in our solar system. You and your family will discover how to identify different objects in the night sky and make models and charts of space.
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.

Witte Explorers Camp
2023-12-18 08:30 - 2023-12-22 15:30 | Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Children aged 6-12 are invited to join the Witte Museum’s week-long day camp.
Join in the adventure: Quest across land, sea and space right here at the Witte! Campers will discover the role of mapping and navigation in everyday life. Explore cities, oceans, the night sky and so much more at Witte Explorers. Where will your camper navigate to next?
IMPORTANT DETAILS:

Dates: Monday, December 18 – Friday, December 22
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. each day.
Ages: 6 – 12
Cost: $325 (member) / $350 (non-member)
Registration: is required

Questions about camp? Contact the Witte Education Team at Camp@WitteMuseum.org.

Rock Art Tours: White Shaman Preserve
2024-01-06 12:30 - 14:30 | White Shaman Preserve, 42535 West US Highway 90, Comstock, TX, 78837, United States
Journey deep into the rugged Lower Pecos Canyonlands to experience the White Shaman mural, considered one of the most cosmologically complex narratives in the world, at the Witte Museum’s White Shaman Preserve.
Located near Seminole Canyon State Park, this 2-hour trek takes you through a landscape filled with Chihuahuan Desert plants and stunning views of the Pecos River where it converges with the Rio Grande. The White Shaman mural, painted thousands of years ago, illustrates the lifeway and belief systems of the now-gone hunter-gatherer society.
More about the White Shaman Preserve and the Witte.
Pricing:

Members: $20
Non-Members: $25

Tour Difficulty: (Strenuous) There is a 250-foot descent into a narrow brushy canyon and the trail is steep with loose rocks and uneven footing. At any time of the year, desert heat can be extreme.
Round-trip Distance: 1.5 miles
Duration: 2 hours
Vehicle Requirements: There are no vehicle requirements for this tour.
The Witte’s Mission to shape the future of Texas inspires us to provide weekly tours from early Fall to late Spring for the public to experience the majesty of the White Shaman Mural.
Reservations are required and spaces are limited. Participants must be ages 12 & up. All minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Saturday with a Scientist: Molecules & Medicine
2024-01-13 11:00 - 13:00 | Valero Great Hall, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
How do we get medicine from molecules?
Learn from and engage with a real scientist! Dr. Christina Cooley, Professor of Chemistry at Trinity University, will be at the Witte to answer your questions about chemistry and the process of discovering and making medicines.
Students from Trinity University will also be here to perform exciting chemistry demonstrations. Come see how molecules react up-close!
Join the Witte Museum for Saturday with a Scientist: Molecules & Medicine in the Valero Great Hall.
This event is included with General Admission. Reserve your Museum Admission online or purchase a Witte Membership and enjoy events like this all year!

STEAM Sunday: Find Your Bearings
2024-01-14 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.
What is a bearing, and how does it help us find our way?
Inspired by the special exhibition Explore Your World, this family-friendly, hands-on workshop explores the math and science of navigation. You’ll discover how compasses work as you complete challenges to find your way at the Witte Museum.
Cost: $8 (non-member) / $6 (member) + Museum Admission
Important Information:

Advanced registration is required. Participation in this event requires Witte Museum general 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.

Rock Art Tours: Halo Shelter
2024-02-03 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.
