LOCATION
Museum of the Coastal Bend
2200 East Red River Street, Victoria, TX, US
Museum of the Coastal Bend
Borchers Leon Exhibit Hall
77901
CONTACT INFORMATION
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Where Texas Ranching Began: Vaquero Opening Receptions
Multiple Dates & Times
2200 East Red River Street
Available spots: Varies
Upcoming Dates And Times
Apr 03, 2025
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (4:00 PM - 6:00 PM UTC)
Available spots
Apr 05, 2025
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (4:00 PM - 6:00 PM UTC)
Available spots
Description
The public is invited to join the Museum of the Coastal Bend for the Where Texas Ranching Began: Vaquero Opening Receptions.
Where Texas Ranching Began, the permanent exhibit housed in the museum's Borchers Leon Exhibit Hall, explores the history of the Coastal Bend’s ranching heritage from 1721-1920. Vaquero focuses on the first Texas cowboys and their development of ranching techniques in the Coastal Bend. Subsequent components—La Vida, and Innovación—will open over the next two years.
- Thursday, April 3,11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Reception for museum members, VC students & employees
- Saturday, April 5, 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. | Public opening
This exhibit is named in Honor of Mrs. Mary D. Vasquez and in memory of Mr. Eddie Vasquez Sr.
