This beautiful 18th Century painting of The Holy Family is a wonderful and well preserved representation of the terrestrial trinity, one of the many timeless images in Roman Catholic art. It is only a small portion of antique religious pieces on display and available for purchase. Find your next bit of inspiration here at Nuevo Santander Gallery. #religiousart #texasartgallery #nuevosantandergallery #TheHolyFamily #theholyfamily #catholicart #18thcenturyart #religiouspainting

This beautiful 18th Century painting of The Holy Family is a wonderful and well preserved representation of the terrestrial trinity, one of the many timeless images in Roman Catholic art. It is only a small portion of antique religious pieces on display and available for purchase. Find your next bit of inspiration here at Nuevo Santander Gallery.

We’re getting closer to Summer Member's Night and we’ve got some amazing community partners supporting IMAS. A huge thank you to: 🍔 Whataburger 🛍️ Palo Santo 💧 McAllen Public Utility 🖨 ASAP Printing Solutions 🥪 Jersey Mike’s 💦 Quatro Lunas Water Park 🎂 Nothing Bundt Cakes 🍨 Golden Ice Cream 🍭 Candyland STX This fun-filled night is our way of saying thank you for being part of the IMAS family! 💛 RSVP: https://theimasonline.org/summer-members-night-2025/ Not a member yet? Learn more about memberships, or purchase yours today by visiting our website: https://theimasonline.org/member/

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We’re getting closer to Summer Member’s Night and we’ve got some amazing community partners supporting IMAS. A huge thank you to: 🍔 Whataburger 🛍️ Palo Santo 💧 McAllen Public Utility 🖨 ASAP Printing Solutions 🥪 Jersey Mike’s 💦 Quatro Lunas Water Park 🎂 Nothing Bundt Cakes 🍨 Golden Ice Cream 🍭 Candyland STX This fun-filled night is our way of saying thank you for being part of the IMAS family! 💛 Not a member yet? Learn more about memberships, or purchase yours today by visiting our website. (Link in bio)

🎉 The countdown is on… only 10 days until Corning Connects: STEM Learning Day at IMAS! 🔬🎨 🗓 Saturday, May 24 | 10 AM – 3 PM 📍 International Museum of Art & Science Join us for a full day of interactive, educator-led activities including: 🌿 Animal Talks 🌐 Science On a Sphere presentations 🎨 Hands-on art & science fun for all ages! 🎟 FREE admission for Corning employees, their families, and the community—thanks to the Corning Foundation! Mark your calendars and get ready for a STEM-filled day!

🌌✨ IMAS After Dark | Cosmic Competition Trivia Night is coming up Thursday, May 22 and it's going to be out of this world! 🧠🚀 🪐 Get ready for a night of galactic trivia with friends, complimentary drinks, and cosmic vibes. 🌟 Signature Drink of the Night: Galaxy Moscow Mule 🛸 🍕🥪 Big thanks to Jersey Mike's Subs and Little Caesars for fueling your mission with delicious eats! 🎟️ Tickets are just $25 ($20 for IMAS Members) — but prices go up in just 2 days on May 15! Lock in your spot and save. 🪐 Form your crew of up to 6, or come solo and join a team! 📅 Thursday, May 22 ⏰ Doors open at 5:30 PM | Trivia starts at 6:00 PM 🔞 Ages 21+ | ID required ➡️ Pre-register now to secure your spot today: https://sales.theimasonline.org/Performance.aspx?pid=2012 #IMASAfterDark #CosmicTrivia #ExploreIMAS #RGVEvents #TriviaNight #IMASmuseum #mcallenevents

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🌌✨ IMAS After Dark: Cosmic Competition Trivia Night is coming up Thursday, May 22 and it's going to be out of this world! 🧠🚀 🪐 Get ready for a night of galactic trivia with friends, complimentary drinks, and cosmic vibes. 🌟 Signature Drink of the Night: Galaxy Moscow Mule 🛸 🍕🥪 Big thanks to jerseymikes and littlecaesars for fueling your mission with delicious eats! 🎟️ Tickets are just $25 ($20 for IMAS Members) — but prices go up in just 2 days on May 15! Lock in your spot and save. 🪐 Form your crew of up to 6, or come solo and join a team! 📅 Thursday, May 22 ⏰ Doors open at 5:30 PM | Trivia starts at 6:00 PM 🔞 Ages 21+ | ID required ➡️ Pre-register now to secure your spot by visiting IMAS Links in our bio. #IMASAfterDark #CosmicTrivia #ExploreIMAS #RGVEvents #TriviaNight #IMASmuseum #mcallenevents

One of our dedicated founders, Dr. Nedra Kinerk, passed away today. A driving force in our community, she will be deeply missed by her MHC family. Please keep her family and friends in your prayers. Kreidler Funeral Home of McAllen is in charge of her funeral services.

Jr. Geologist Youth Workshop 🔬 Saturday, June 28 | 2–4 PM Ages 8–13 Get hands-on with rocks and minerals in this exciting science workshop at IMAS! 🪨 Learn how to test minerals using Moh’s Hardness Scale, uncover special properties, and explore the elements inside your smartphone. 📱 Plus, take a closer look at the museum’s permanent Geology collection! 💰 $25 | $20 for IMAS Members 🎟️ Spots are limited—register now at: https://sales.theimasonline.org/PatronEducation.aspx?pid=1728

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We’re excited to welcome international visitors to the IMAS this weekend as MXLAN officially kicks off for the City of McAllen!   #MXLAN visitmcallen mxlanfestival exploremcallen cityofmcallen mcallenconventioncenter

Loved discussing future collaborations with Kate P. Horan, McAllen Public Library Director. Thank you for stopping by! We're sitting at our Kids Book Nook in the museum. Any child that visits takes a book home as a gift from MHC!!! It's been a very popular little spot at MHC since we started it many years ago! Kate has been a supporter and donor!! Call us if you'd like to donate new or gently used Kids books!!!

Shop McAllen 🌺 Visit us today from 1pm-5pm and shop our La Tiendita - McAllen hats, shirts, shot glasses, post cards and more! Museum Hours: W-F: 1pm-5pm Saturday: Noon-4pm 2025 Chuckwagon Dinner Ticket sales are now on sale at the musuem! $75 gets you two steak dinners, bottle of wine, and dessert at Romano's Macaroni Grill- McAllen - support your McAllen History Museum! 301 S. Main Street McAllen TX 78501 Free admission + Free parking in the rear of the building. #mcallenhistory #mcallentx #texas #museum #exploremcallen #visitmcallen

🥁 Feel the Rhythm! 🎶 Join us at IMAS for a powerful solo percussion recital by Francis Favis in Metallurgy, part of the UTRGV Concert Series! 🗓 Sunday, June 8 🕑 2:00–3:00 PM 📍 International Museum of Art & Science Enjoy this immersive musical experience, presented in partnership with UTRGV College of Fine Arts. 🎟 Free for IMAS Members 🎟 Free for UTRGV Patron of the Arts Members 🎟 Regular Admission for non-members Don’t miss this vibrant afternoon of sound and sensation! #IMASmuseum #UTRGV

🥁 Feel the Rhythm! 🎶 Join us at IMAS for a powerful solo percussion recital by Francis Favis in Metallurgy, part of the UTRGV Concert Series! 🗓 Sunday, June 8 🕑 2:00–3:00 PM 📍 International Museum of Art & Science Enjoy this immersive musical experience, presented in partnership with UTRGV College of Fine Arts. 🎟 Free for IMAS Members 🎟 Regular Admission for non-members 🎟 Free for UTRGV Patron of the Arts Members Don’t miss this vibrant afternoon of sound and sensation! #IMASmuseum #UTRGV

🌺 Explore McAllen History today from 1pm-5pm. Museum Hours: W-F: 1pm-5pm Saturday: Noon-4pm 2025 Chuckwagon Dinner Ticket sales are now on sale at the musuem! $75 gets you two steak dinners, bottle of wine, and dessert at Romano's Macaroni Grill- McAllen - support your McAllen History Museum! 301 S. Main Street McAllen TX 78501 Free admission + Free parking in the rear of the building. #mcallenhistory #mcallentx #texas #museum #exploremcallen #visitmcallen

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💧 Water Journey opens May 10 at IMAS! Watch this exhibit come to life in our latest time-lapse reel ⏱️ This newly renovated experience dives into the story of water, from its origin to the different cleaning stages, distribution, personal consumption, and the necessary actions for its conservation. Explore interactive elements, uncover conservation tips, and learn how every drop counts. Proudly supported by mcallenpublicutility 💙 Visit imasonline.org to learn more and plan your visit! #exploreIMAS #mcallentx #mcallenfun #Rgvfun #trustineverydrop

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🪨💎 Calling all young scientists! 💎🪨 Get hands-on with rocks, minerals, and real science at our Jr. Geologist Workshop! Explore Moh’s Hardness Scale, test mineral properties, and uncover the natural elements hiding inside your smartphone. 📱🌍 📅 Saturday, June 28, 2025 🕑 2:00–4:00 PM 📍 IMAS Industrial Lab 👧 Ages 8–13 | 💵 $25 ($20 for IMAS Members) 🔗To register or to learn more about this workshop visit 'IMAS Links' in our bio.

🪨💎 Calling all young scientists! 💎🪨 Get hands-on with rocks, minerals, and real science at our Jr. Geologist Workshop! Explore Moh’s Hardness Scale, test mineral properties, and uncover the natural elements hiding inside your smartphone. 📱🌍 📅 Saturday, June 28, 2025 🕑 2:00–4:00 PM 📍 IMAS Industrial Lab 👧 Ages 8–13 | 💵 $25 ($20 for IMAS Members) 🔗To register or to learn more about this workshop visit the link below: https://sales.theimasonline.org/PatronEducation.aspx?pid=1728

Get ready, McAllen! We’re throwing down with Martin House Brewing this Thursday starting at 6 PM for an epic Tap Takeover you won’t want to miss. On Draft and Can: Penguin Stout (can) Key Lime Pie Sour(draft) Tree Stars IPA(draft) Spicy Pickle Sour(can) Queen Aronia Barrel Sour(draft) Thunder Crunch Stout(draft) Doctor Bock(can) Ghost of Ja Apple Sour(can) Imperial Texan IPA(draft) Pils(draft) Wing Lemoncello (Non-Alcoholic) Stack it up with our special: the “Crunch City Slider” – crispy onions, smoky BBQ sauce, and a juicy patty made to pair with any pour on the menu. @martinhousebrewing

Happy Cinco de Mayo to all 🎉 #CincoDeMayo commemorates a pivotal moment in Mexican history, where a smaller Mexican army, led by General Ignacio Zaragoza, achieved a surprising victory against a larger French army. #history

📣 We're HIRING! Join the IMAS Education Team this summer as our Summer Camp Educator for Operation Imagination Summer Camps! ☀️🎨🧪 If you love working with children and are passionate about art and science, this is your chance to help inspire the next generation of explorers through hands-on learning and STEAM adventures at Operation Imagination Summer Camps! 🔍 Position: Full-Time (Seasonal) 📅 Schedule: Monday–Friday To apply or to learn more visit: theimasonline.org/employment

📣 We're HIRING! Join the IMAS Education Team this summer as our Summer Camp Educator for Operation Imagination! ☀️🎨🧪 If you love working with children and are passionate about art and science, this is your chance to help inspire the next generation of explorers through hands-on learning and STEAM adventures at Operation Imagination! 🔍 Position: Full-Time (Seasonal) 📅 Schedule: Monday–Friday To apply or to learn more visit: theimasonline.org/employment

We want to remind everyone to exercise your right to VOTE! Election Day is this Saturday, May 3, 2025. Please refer to the info in this post for your District's voting location. District 1 Gonzalez Elementary 201 E. Martin Avenue McAllen TX District 3 Achieve Early College High School 1601 N. 27th Street McAllen TX for more information, visit https://www.mcallen.net/.../city.../general-election-2025

Uncover the secrets of the universe as we dive into black holes, life cycle of stars, and more June 9-13 at the International Museum of Art & Science! Deep Space Astronauts Operation Imagination Summer Camp June 9-13 at the IMAS https://theimasonline.org/summer-camp/ Visit our website for more information and to register for camp today.

Introduce someone to our city's vibrant history 🌺 Visit us today from 1pm-5pm. Museum Hours: W-F: 1pm-5pm Saturday: Noon-4pm 2025 Chuckwagon Dinner Ticket sales are now on sale at the musuem! $75 gets you two steak dinners, bottle of wine, and dessert at Romano's Macaroni Grill- McAllen - support your McAllen History Museum! 301 S. Main Street McAllen TX 78501 Free admission + Free parking in the rear of the building. #mcallenhistory #mcallentx #texas #museum

🚀✨ IMAS After Dark | Cosmic Competition Trivia Night Think you know your planets? 🌍🪐 Form a team (up to 6) or join one when you arrive and compete in space-themed trivia while enjoying complimentary drinks 🍻 (alcoholic + non-alcoholic)! 🌞🌑 Trivia categories: The Sun, Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Asteroid Belt, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto. 🗓️ May 22, 2025 🕕 6:00–8:00 PM 🎟️ $25 | $20 for IMAS Members ⚠️ Price increase after May 15 👤 Ages 21+ only | Must show valid I.D. 👉 Register online or in person! https://sales.theimasonline.org/Performance.aspx?pid=2012 #IMASAfterDark #TriviaNight #CosmicCompetition #SolarSystemTrivia #McAllenEvents #IMASMuseum #NightAtTheMuseum #Explore IMAS

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🚀✨ IMAS After Dark: Cosmic Competition Trivia Night Think you know your planets? 🌍🪐 Form a team (up to 6) or join one when you arrive and compete in space-themed trivia while enjoying complimentary drinks 🍻☕ (alcoholic + non-alcoholic)! 🌞🌑 Trivia categories: The Sun, Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Asteroid Belt, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto. 🗓️ May 22, 2025 🕕 6:00–8:00 PM 🎟️ $25 | $20 for IMAS Members ⚠️ Price increase after May 15 👤 Ages 21+ only | Must show valid I.D. 👉 Register online or in person! Visit IMAS Links in our bio to register. #IMASAfterDark #TriviaNight #CosmicCompetition #SolarSystemTrivia #McAllenEvents #IMASMuseum #NightAtTheMuseum #Explore IMAS

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🌟 Good Morning McAllen 🌟 Presented by the McAllen Chamber of Commerce Join us for another great networking opportunity at Good Morning McAllen! This month, we’re excited to feature a special presentation from the Museum of South Texas History — a celebration of our region’s rich history and heritage. 📅 Date: Thursday, May 8, 2025 🕢 Time: 7:30 A.M. – 9:00 A.M. 📍 Location: Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport 2721 S. 10th St., McAllen, TX 🎟️ Tickets: Individual Ticket: $25 Table of Eight (8): $350 💥 $900 Jackpot Drawing! (You must be present to win.) Start your morning making valuable connections, learning about the incredible history of South Texas, and having a chance to win big! ☀️✨ ✅ Register Now – scan the QR code or visit https://shorturl.at/Lmgqx We look forward to seeing you there! #GoodMorningMcAllen #McAllenChamber #NetworkingEvent #SouthTexasHistory #McAllenEvents #McAllenTX #CityofMcAllen

🌞✨ Summer Members' Night at IMAS! ✨🌞 🗓️ Friday, May 30, 2025 🕔 5:00–7:00 PM Celebrate summer with an exclusive after-hours event just for our members! 🎉 Enjoy: 💧 Water-themed activities 🖼️ Gallery talks 🎟️ Exciting raffles 🍪 Special treats ...and more! Let’s kick off the season with fun, learning, and community. 💙 We can't wait to see you there! ✅ Free for all current members. 💬 Need to renew or join? Visit our Member page for more info — link in bio! #IMASMembers #SummerAtIMAS #IMASNight #MuseumLife #RGVEvents

🌞✨ Summer Member's Night at IMAS! ✨🌞 🗓️ Friday, May 30, 2025 🕔 5:00–7:00 PM Celebrate summer with an exclusive after-hours event just for our members! 🎉 Enjoy: 💧 Water-themed activities 🖼️ Gallery talks 🎟️ Exciting raffles 🍪 Special treats ...and more! Let’s kick off the season with fun, learning, and community. 💙 We can't wait to see you there! ✅ Free for all current members. 💬 Need to renew or join? Visit our Member page for more info: https://theimasonline.org/member/ #IMASMembers #SummerAtIMAS #IMASNight #MuseumLife #RGVEvents

🌸💖 Celebrate Mother's Day with a special art experience at IMAS! 💖🌸 Join us for Hearts & Blooms - Mother's Day Art Workshop 🗓️ Sunday, May 11, 2025 🕑 2:00–3:15 PM Little artists (ages 0–6) and their maternal guardians are invited to create a collaborative masterpiece using finger and handprints! 🎨✨ Craft a colorful bouquet on canvas and make memories that will last a lifetime. Art supplies and aprons are provided! 🎟️ $15 | $10 for Family Membership and above 🔗 Sign up now: https://sales.theimasonline.org/performance.aspx?pid=2113 #MothersDay #MothersDayWorkshop #IMAS #ArtAndScience #FamilyFun #MothersDay2025 #McAllenEvents

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🌸💖 Celebrate Mother's Day with a special art experience at IMAS! 💖🌸 Join us for Hearts & Blooms: A Mother's Day Art Workshop 🗓️ Sunday, May 11, 2025 🕑 2:00–3:15 PM Little artists (ages 0–6) and their maternal guardians are invited to create a collaborative masterpiece using finger and handprints! 🎨✨ Craft a colorful bouquet on canvas and make memories that will last a lifetime. Art supplies and aprons are provided! 🎟️ $15 | $10 for Family Membership and above 🔗 Sign up now: [Link in bio] or 👉 https://sales.theimasonline.org/performance.aspx?pid=2113 #MothersDay #MothersDayWorkshop #IMAS #ArtAndScience #FamilyFun #MothersDay2025 #McAllenEvents

Operation Imagination Summer Camps - IMAS

Week one of Operation Imagination Summer Camp kicks off June 2-6 with Dino Expedition for kids entering 2nd-4th grades! https://theimasonline.org/summer-camp/ Dig into Earth’s historic past and learn more about the terrible lizards and ancient feathery friends that once roamed the land. Explore what it takes to be a paleontologist and learn about the tools and methods they use! Peek into the IMAS permanent collection of fossils and specimens. #ExploreIMAS #Summerfun #RGV #McAllenTX

Operation Imagination Summer Camps - IMAS

Today's featured Operation Imagination Summer Camp is Movie Makers camp, June 2-6 for children going into the 3rd-5th grades! Learn about storyboards, scripts, and set design as you create your own cinematic work of art with a team. Work together to act, voice, and direct as you explore special movie effects through editing, make-up, and costume design.

Thank you to the Carl & Marilynn Thoma Foundation for supporting Community Day: Exploring and Celebrating the Cultures of Spanish America at IMAS! 🎉 We’re also grateful to the Carl & Marilynn Thoma Foundation and UTRGV Center for Latin American Arts for their support of the exhibit "Paintings from Spanish America (1600–1800) from the Thoma Collection". Last chance to see this wonderful exhibition is May 25, 2025. It was an incredible day filled with art, culture, and community – thank you to everyone who joined us! 🎨✨ #CommunityDay #ThomaFoundation #UTRGVCLAA #ExploreIMAS

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Thank you to the thoma_foundation for supporting Community Day: Exploring and Celebrating the Cultures of Spanish America at IMAS! 🎉 We’re also grateful to the Thoma Foundation and claa.utrgv for their support of the exhibit "Paintings from Spanish America (1600–1800) from the Thoma Collection". Last chance to see this wonderful exhibition is May 25, 2025. It was an incredible day filled with art, culture, and community – thank you to everyone who joined us! 🎨✨ #CommunityDay #ThomaFoundation #UTRGVCLAA #ExploreIMAS

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Join us today at IMAS for the Inca Ink activity during Community Day! Try out scratchboard printmaking inspired by Peruvian culture in the Ann Moore Art Studio. FREE ADMISSION today, Saturday, April 26 from 10AM-5PM.

Explore McAllen History today and mark your calendar for our upcoming events! On Saturday, July 19th we welcome back another round of local Veterans for our "Veterans: Then & Now" photoshoot & interview session. All local veterans invited: to RSVP please call us at 956.687.1904. Next up we will host our 2nd annual "Royal Tea at the Heritage" - enjoy an elegant afternoon of champaign, delectable tea fare and camaraderie - along with a silent auction. Tickets go on sale soon ($75 per person) Museum Hours: Wednesday - Friday: 1pm-5pm Saturday: Noon-4pm 301 S. Main Street McAllen TX, 78501 #exploremcallen #mcallenhistory #visitmcallen

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Free Admission today for “Community Day: Exploring & Celebrating the Cultures of Spanish America” 🎉

The McAllen Heritage Center lost one of our biggest supporters today in our long term board member, Bill Stocker. An avid historian and story teller about all things McAllen, he will be deeply missed. Bill was a true giver; of his big smiles, colorful stories, McAllen history and just his friendship, generosity and vibrant spirit. He will always be remembered fondly at MHC. Rest in peace dear friend. MHC Board: John M. Kreidler, Elva M. Cerda, Dr. Nedra Kinerk, Spud Brown, Danny Boultinghouse, Irma Murray and our staff and volunteers at MHC.

🔬🎨 Get ready for a day full of discovery! Join us at IMAS for Corning Connects: STEM Learning Day on Saturday, May 24, from 10 AM – 3 PM! Explore STEM-powered fun across the museum with: 🐢 Animal Talks with our ambassador animals 🌍 Science On a Sphere presentations 🎨 Hands-on art & science activities 🎟️ Free admission for Corning employees, their families, and the community—thanks to the support of the Corning Foundation! Don’t miss this chance to learn, play, and connect!

🔬🎨 Get ready for a day full of discovery! Join us at IMAS for Corning Connects: STEM Learning Day on Saturday, May 24, from 10 AM – 3 PM! Explore STEM-powered fun across the museum with: 🐢 Animal Talks with our ambassador animals 🌍 Science On a Sphere presentations 🎨 Hands-on art & science activities 🎟 Free admission for Corning employees, their families, and the community—thanks to the support of the Corning Foundation! Don’t miss this chance to learn, play, and connect!

We appreciate Erica & Rosie so much!! Thank you for all you do for MHC!!!🙏👍💐 #mcallenhistory #exploremcallen

🦕 CLOSING THIS WEEK! 🦖 Don’t miss your chance to experience "Dinosaurs Among Us" before it soars away — last day to visit is Sunday, April 27! Discover how dinosaurs never truly disappeared... they evolved into the birds we see today. From ancient fossils to modern flight, this fascinating exhibition reveals the incredible science behind evolution and how the age of dinosaurs lives on. 🗓️ On exhibit through April 27, 2025 "Dinosaurs Among Us "is organized by the American Museum of Natural History, New York (amnh.org)with support from Museo de Ciencias, Universidad de Navarra, Spain; North Museum of Nature and Science, United States; Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum, Canada; and Universum Museo de las Ciencias de la UNAM, Mexico.

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🦕 CLOSING THIS WEEK! 🦖 Don’t miss your chance to experience "Dinosaurs Among Us" before it soars away — last day to visit is Sunday, April 27! Discover how dinosaurs never truly disappeared... they evolved into the birds we see today. From ancient fossils to modern flight, this fascinating exhibition reveals the incredible science behind evolution and how the age of dinosaurs lives on. 🗓️ On exhibit through April 27, 2025 "Dinosaurs Among Us "is organized by the American Museum of Natural History, New York (amnh.org)with support from Museo de Ciencias, Universidad de Navarra, Spain; North Museum of Nature and Science, United States; Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum, Canada; and Universum Museo de las Ciencias de la UNAM, Mexico.

It’s happening THIS WEEK! Join us for Community Day: Exploring and Celebrating the Cultures of Spanish America at IMAS! Saturday, April 26 | 10 AM–3 PM FREE Admission! Experience a vibrant celebration of Spanish American culture through art, music, food, and hands-on fun for all ages! Here’s what’s in store: - Plant your own corn or tomato seedling - Make a Peruvian scratchboard masterpiece - Craft a traditional Andean zampoña instrument - Explore Paintings from Spanish America (1600–1800) from the Thoma Collection - Guided gallery tours at 11 AM, 12 PM & 1 PM with Curator Marcelo Ramirez Garcia-Rojas - Shop local artist booths & enjoy tasty bites from food vendors! Don’t miss this cultural celebration full of color, creativity, and community. See you this Saturday!

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It’s happening THIS WEEK! Join us for Community Day: Exploring and Celebrating the Cultures of Spanish America at IMAS! Saturday, April 26 | 10 AM–3 PM FREE Admission! Experience a vibrant celebration of Spanish American culture through art, music, food, and hands-on fun for all ages! Here’s what’s in store: - Plant your own corn or tomato seedling - Make a Peruvian scratchboard masterpiece - Craft a traditional Andean zampoña instrument - Explore Paintings from Spanish America (1600–1800) from the Thoma Collection - Guided gallery tours at 11 AM, 12 PM & 1 PM with Curator Marcelo Ramirez Garcia-Rojas - Shop local artist booths & enjoy tasty bites from food vendors! Don’t miss this cultural celebration full of color, creativity, and community. See you this Saturday!

📅 Holiday Closure Notice The International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) will be closed on Easter Sunday, April 20, and Monday, April 21. We will resume regular hours on Wednesday, April 23. We wish everyone a joyful and safe Easter weekend! 🐣🌸

📅 Holiday Closure Notice The International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) will be closed on Easter Sunday, April 20, and Monday, April 21. We will resume regular hours on Wednesday, April 23. We wish everyone a joyful and safe Easter weekend! 🐣🌸

We offer our most profound sympathies and prayers to the Vera family, friends and his City of McAllen family. A true advocate for all things that brought color, culture, joy, history into our lives; he will be truly missed. Rest in peace Joe Vera, with our gratitude for all your support of McAllen Heritage Center and PalmFest Folklife festival (now known as Fiesta de Palmas). 🙏🌴🙏