🌟 The International Museum of Art & Science extends a heartfelt thank you to H-E-B Helping Here for being a Platinum Sponsor of the 46th Annual Collage Gala! 🌟 We are honored to have H-E-B’s continued partnership. Their continued support demonstrates a true commitment to strengthening arts, science, and culture in the Rio Grande Valley. Their generosity helps us inspire creativity, curiosity, and learning for all who walk through our doors. ❤️ Thank you, H-E-B, for helping IMAS continue to thrive in our community! Learn More about the 46th Annual Collage Gala: https://theimasonline.org/collage/

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🌟 The International Museum of Art & Science extends a heartfelt thank you to H-E-B Helping Here heb for being a Platinum Sponsor of the 46th Annual Collage Gala! 🌟 We are honored to have H-E-B’s continued partnership. Their continued support demonstrates a true commitment to strengthening arts, science, and culture in the Rio Grande Valley. Their generosity helps us inspire creativity, curiosity, and learning for all who walk through our doors. ❤️ Thank you, H-E-B, for helping IMAS continue to thrive in our community!

✨ Call for Community Altars! ✨ The International Museum of Art & Science invites schools, clubs, organizations, and businesses of the Rio Grande Valley to participate in our annual Día de los Muertos Altars Exhibition. 🕯️ Exhibit Dates: October 1 – November 2, 2025 🎨 Theme: "Changemakers: Honoring Legacies of Impact "– celebrating those who shaped our world through the arts, sciences, and beyond. Your altar will be displayed in the IMAS Welcome Pavilion and viewed by visitors throughout the month, including during our Día de los Muertos Festival & Market on Saturday, October 11, 10 AM–5 PM. This tradition brings our community together to honor loved ones while celebrating the rich culture of Día de los Muertos. 🌸💀 📌 Submissions are now open! Learn more and apply by visiting the link below: https://theimasonline.org/dia-de-los-muertos-altars-2025/

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✨ Call for Community Altars! ✨ The International Museum of Art & Science invites schools, clubs, organizations, and businesses of the Rio Grande Valley to participate in our annual Día de los Muertos Altars Exhibition. 🕯️ Exhibit Dates: October 1 – November 2, 2025 🎨 Theme: "Changemakers: Honoring Legacies of Impact "– celebrating those who shaped our world through the arts, sciences, and beyond. Your altar will be displayed in the IMAS Welcome Pavilion and viewed by visitors throughout the month, including during our Día de los Muertos Festival & Market on Saturday, October 11, 10 AM–5 PM. This tradition brings our community together to honor loved ones while celebrating the rich culture of Día de los Muertos. 🌸💀 📌 Submissions are now open! Learn more and apply by visiting 'IMAS Links" in our bio.

#throwback to the original McAllen High School, circa 1920s. Constructed in 1917, McAllen High School stood where the the Chase Bank tower is now for many decades until 1976. In it's later years it was known as the 'Old Lincoln Building." Explore McAllen History this week, admission is FREE. Museum Hours: W-F: 1pm-5pm Saturday: Noon-4pm 301 S. Main Street McAllen TX 78501 Free admission + Free parking in the rear of the building. #mcallenhistory #mcallentx #texas #museum #exploremcallen #visitmcallen

The McAllen Heritage Center is thrilled to announce our Royal Tea at the Heritage 2025 Sponsors. We are honored to have their support and we look forward to an extraordinary afternoon of champagne, delicious tea fare, a variety of teas, music and elegant decor in a perfect and historical setting. Royal Tea guests are also invited to enjoy a silent auction featuring high quality, lovely and unique items We are honored to share that we are nearly sold out but a very limited number of individual tickets are still available , please contact the museum at 956.687.1904. 🎟️ $75 per person – limited tickets available 📅 Saturday, September 20 | 2–5 PM 📍 McAllen Heritage Center | 301 S. Main Street McAllen, TX Royal Tea at the Heritage 2025 Sponsors: City of McAllen Clark Chevrolet Lone Star National Bank Socialife Elevents Event Rentals & Design Freedom Bank Frost Bank Kreidler Funeral Home McAllen Public Utility Oh Kay's Uptown on Tenth Aurelio Garza Law Office Franz Law Group Jolene and Roger Vitko M.D. Omar Ochoa Law Firm Rio Bank

Big congrats to L&F Distributors for making Newsweek’s 2025 Most Admired Workplaces list! Proud to see a McAllen company setting the bar high for workplace culture and employee care. Felicidades and thank you for all that you do in our community!

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When we gather at the Heritage, we always get a group shot at our mural! Thank you to the City of McAllen, McAllen Chamber, and Explore McAllen for joining us today for our Royal Tea at the Heritage press conference.

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📸 Final Week to Experience "Destino Sur"! Don’t miss your last chance to journey through the captivating landscapes and vibrant culture of Peru as seen through the lens of artist Carlos Limas. From the bustling streets of Lima to the awe-inspiring peaks of Machu Picchu, "Destino Sur" is a visual love letter to the beauty, resilience, and traditions of Peru. 🗓 On view through Sunday, August 17 at IMAS. 🎟 Included with general admission. ✨ See it before it’s gone! Learn more about "Destino Sur" by visiting 'IMAS Links in our bio. Supported by txcommarts, claa.utrgv , and stcjaguars.

See the unveiling of the new mural "Boundless Imagination: Tales of the RGV" in the Teen Department at Main Library this evening (Tue., Aug. 12) from 6–7PM. Created by local artist Oneida Aceves Treviño with help from Sofia M. Treviño, a past #STBF Youth Bookmark Design Contest winner, this 28-foot piece celebrates South Texas culture, wildlife, and storytelling. Enjoy free pizza, meet the artist, and take photos with this vibrant new addition to the Library.

Veterans: Then & Now Class of 2025! Thank you to all the veterans that joined us last month for our 2025 photo & interview session. Veterans, your photos are now available for pick-up at the museum during visiting hours. W-F 1pm-5pm & Saturday Noon-4pm. Pictured left to right: Alvaro F. Gonzalez Carolina Wilcox Clifford Love-Joy George William Balderas Hector Vargas Jacqueline Baez-Lugo John Krediler Jesus Martinez Jr. Malcom Coleman Mary Gracia Sylvia Rodriguez Tony Rodriguez #veterans #mcallentx #mcallenhistory

Our fundraising Royal Tea is coming up soon!! Tickets are limited so call the museum today!! 956-681-2860

McAllen Heritage Center’s “Royal Tea at the Heritage” Fundraising Event, Sept. 20th

McAllen Heritage Center’s “Royal Tea at the Heritage” Fundraising Event, Sept. 20th

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Our seniors brought the fun and flair to Palm View Community Center with Sombrero Loco Day! 🎉👒🎶 From colorful hats to big smiles and lots of laughs, it was a day full of joy, culture, and community spirit. ¡Viva la diversión! 💃🌟

Our seniors brought the fun and flair to Palm View Community Center with Sombrero Loco Day! 🎉👒🎶 From colorful hats to big smiles and lots of laughs, it was a day full of joy, culture, and community spirit. ¡Viva la diversión! 💃🌟

#throwback - to circa late 1930s Main St. McAllen facing Northeast. The Palace Theater was showing 'The Joy of Living" staring Irene Dunne and Douglas Fairbanks Jr.! #mcallenhistory #mcallentx #mcallen #globesupermarket #exploremcallen

Love books, culture, and connecting with the community? Come be part of the excitement at the 2025 South Texas Book Festival, to be held on Saturday, October 25th. We’re looking for friendly and enthusiastic volunteers to help us create a fun and welcoming experience for everyone. Whether you're a book lover, need community service hours, or just enjoy being part of local events, we’ve got a spot for you. Details: bit.ly/stbfvolunteer25

The Flying Walrus

Get ready RGV, THIS FRIDAY, we’re bringing the noise with a killer line up of raw, riff heavy, indie rock and alternative sounds featuring amazing bands from Austin, San Antonio and some of your very own home grown acts from the valley. @indigosoundco proudly presents: @honeybunnysatx @peacocksontrial @andvenus @vertigo.956 @psa.band The scene is alive at The Flying Walrus - so come connect, come dance, and get lost in the jams. This is the kind of night you’ve been waiting for. Soak up the energy with us and give yourself an excuse to be free! Doors open at 8pm. FREE entry for early birds! Cover starts at 9pm. Only $10 at the door! 18+ Welcome! #indie #indiemusic #jam #life #show #livemusic #mcallentx #mcallen #rgvmusic #theflyingwalrus #rgv #music #supportlivemusic #altrock #indierock #dtmcallen #love #rgvnightlife #culture #music

Get ready RGV, THIS FRIDAY, we’re bringing the noise with a killer line up of raw, riff heavy, indie rock and alternative sounds featuring amazing bands from Austin, San Antonio and some of your very own home grown acts from the valley. indigosoundco proudly presents: honeybunnysatx peacocksontrial andvenus vertigo.956 psa.band DJ sets by cchevato The scene is alive at The Flying Walrus - so come connect, come dance, and get lost in the jams. This is the kind of night you’ve been waiting for. Soak up the energy with us and give yourself an excuse to be free! Doors open at 8pm. FREE entry for early birds! Cover starts at 9pm. Only $10 at the door! 18+ Welcome! #indie #indiemusic #jam #life #show #livemusic #mcallentx #mcallen #rgvmusic #theflyingwalrus #rgv #music #supportlivemusic #altrock #indierock #dtmcallen #love #rgvnightlife #culture #music

We are so excited about our 2nd Annual Royal Tea!! Seating is getting limited for this exquisite, intimate and lovely tea at MHC!! It's a fundraiser to support our beautiful museum in downtown McAllen! Sponsorships are still available and we thank all our current sponsors!! Join us!!! #mcallenhistory #exploremcallen #McAllenProud

McAllen Heritage Center - museum of history & culture updated their cover photo.

McAllen Heritage Center - museum of history & culture updated their profile picture.

#throwback #mcallenhistory