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✨IMAS Day of Giving Raffle winners have been drawn!✨ Congratulations to our winners, and thank you to everyone who has supported IMAS during our Day of Giving! We’ll reach out to each winner directly so keep an eye out for our call.

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Join us tomorrow, October 11 at the International Museum of Art and Science for our annual Día los Muertos Festival and Market at the Museum. 🌼💀🪅 Enjoy, Ojo Lata Tin Art, Calavera Scratch Art Masks,Community Piñata Mural and more! 🎉 Skip the line and get your tickets in advance by visiting ‘IMAS Links’ in our bio.

Explore McAllen History Today! 1pm-5pm, 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. Photo by Jacqueline Wallace #mcallenhistory #mcallentx #texas #museum #exploremcallen #visitmcallen

Help us build a mural... a PIÑATA MURAL! This Saturday at the Día de los Muertos Festival & Market at the Museum from 10AM to 5PM, Josuè Rawmirez will be guiding visitors to help put together a giant-scale piñatamural at the International Museum of Art & Science! 🪅🪅🪅🪅🪅 Josuè Rawmirez is a multidisciplinary artist from Ciudad Mante, Tamaulipas. He lives and practices in Esto’k Gna land or the Rio Grande Valley along the Texas-Mexico border where he is inspired by the landscapes of the delta, its visual language and everyday practices. Ramírez explores his identity and recontextualizes cultural practices and crafts that question the historic norm and provide a new vision for a shared visual language and experience. This project is supported by a grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts

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🌟 IMAS Day of Giving!🌟 Join us for the annual IMAS Day of Giving, a special day dedicated to supporting the International Museum of Art & Science! 💖 Your gift directly supports educational programs, exhibitions, and community outreach that inspire curiosity and creativity across the Rio Grande Valley. Every donation, big or small, helps strengthen our mission to inspire, educate, and engage through art and science. 💫 This October, help us reach our goal of 200 individual donations throughout the month! The IMAS thrives because of the generosity of our community, members, donors, local businesses, and partners like you. Show your support by making a gift, sharing our mission, and celebrating the power of art and science education on October 7! 🔗Donate today by visiting 'IMAS Links' in our bio. #IMAS #IMASDayofGiving #SupportArtAndScience #MuseumGivingDay #IMASRGV

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Help us build a mural... a PIÑATA MURAL! This Saturday at the Día de los Muertos Festival & Market at the Museum from 10AM to 5PM, Josuè Rawmirez will be guiding visitors to help put together a giant-scale piñatamural at the International Museum of Art & Science! 🪅🪅🪅🪅🪅 Josuè Rawmirez is a multidisciplinary artist from Ciudad Mante, Tamaulipas. He lives and practices in Esto’k Gna land or the Rio Grande Valley along the Texas-Mexico border where he is inspired by the landscapes of the delta, its visual language and everyday practices. Ramírez explores his identity and recontextualizes cultural practices and crafts that question the historic norm and provide a new vision for a shared visual language and experience. This project is supported by a grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts txcommarts raw_mirez heb

#HispanicHeritageMonth - Here we honor some of our most impactful McAllenites. We are grateful for all our McAllen Hispanic leaders, past and present. Pictured left to right, top to bottom. Alonzo Cantu Banker, developer, philanthropist Sister Norma Pimentel Executive director, Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley Mary Del Paz, CPA Vice president of finance & administrative services, South Texas College Adrian A. Arriaga Award winning realtor and community leader Elva M. Cerda Mcallen Heritage Center, museum of history & culture, Co-founder, Exec director, Co -founder PalmFest Folklife festival. Affordable housing advocate Edna Posada Community business leader Joe Vera City Of McAllen , Former Assistant City Manager, McAllen holiday parade founder Senator Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa Texas Senate, Dist. 20 Ernest Aliseda Texas A&M University Higher Education Center at McAllen, COO and Associate Vice President, US Army Lieutenant Colonel Ret. Sally Fraustro Guerra Community Leader, Former Chair of the McAllen Chamber of Commerce & Woman of the Year Cynthia Sakulenski President and CEO, Rgv Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Robert "Bobby" Calvillo Affordable Homes of South Texas, former ceo & president Rodolfo "Rudy" Ramirez McAllen Housing Authority, Director, affordable housing advocate Javier Villalobos Mayor, City of McAllen Dr. Ricardo J. Solis President, South Texas College Tony Aguirre Community leader, former McAllen Chamber of Commerce man of the year, McAllen city commissioner, dist. 1 Joe Saenz McAllen Housing Authority, former executive director, Affordable housing advocate Elizabeth Suarez McAllen Chamber of Commerce and MEDC, President and CEO Leo Montalvo Former mayor, City of McAllen, first hispanic mayor Elvira Alonzo, Asst. city manager, City of McAllen Richard D. Guerra Community leader, businessman Richard F. Cortez Hidalgo County Judge, former Mayor of McAllen Juan Olaguibel Asst city manager, City of McAllen Victor Rodriguez Police chief, City of McAllen, McAllen Chamber of Commerce Man of the Year Alejandro R. Longoria Former chief of police, City of McAllen #mcallenhistory #mcallen

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You’ll find a lot of museums in Washington, D.C., but the Smithsonian is so much more, and it’s right here in your community at the International Museum of Art & Science! 🌎✨ Discover Smithsonian connections in your own backyard with the new #SmithsonianEdu activity guide, full of hands-on and virtual activities for all ages. Download your free copy today by visiting 'IMAS Links' in our bio or visit the link below: s.si.edu/OurSharedCommunity smithsonian

A New Guide Chronicles American Stories, From Backyard Wonders to Distant Galaxies

You’ll find a lot of museums in Washington, D.C., but the Smithsonian is so much more, and it’s right here in your community at the International Museum of Art & Science! 🌎✨ Discover Smithsonian connections in your own backyard with the new #SmithsonianEdu activity guide, full of hands-on and virtual activities for all ages. Download your free copy today: s.si.edu/OurSharedCommunity Smithsonian Education

Join us this Sunday, October 5, for one final gallery talk - Visions of the West: Stories Behind the Art! Join collectors Byron Jay and Keely Lewis for Visions of the West: Stories Behind the Art a guided tour through the new IMAS exhibition Visions of the West: Highlights from the Lewis Collection. Guests will explore the rich narratives behind selected works from the Lewis Collection, learning about the artists, inspirations, and personal stories that bring each piece to life. From bold landscapes to iconic figures of the American West, this tour offers a personal, behind-the-scenes look into the Lewis collection. https://theimasonline.org/visions-of-the-west-highlights-from-the-lewis-collection/ Included with general admission.

🎉 Día de los Muertos Festival & Market 📍 IMAS – International Museum of Art & Science 📅 Saturday, October 11, 2025 | ⏰ 10 AM – 5 PM ✨ Celebrate with: 🌼 Community Altars Exhibition – “Changemakers: Honoring Legacies of Impact” 🎭 Folklórico & Mariachi performances all day 🎨 Hands-on activities: Sugar Skull Decorating ($5), Calavera Masks, Piñata Mural & more 🛍️ Artisan & Food Market – shop local & enjoy delicious eats 🎲 Family fun with Lotería & interactive science demos 💀 Sugar Skulls: Pre-purchase for $5 while supplies last! 🎶 Performances by Edinburg North HS Mariachi Oro, Academia Folklorica Vamaya, Mission Parks & Rec Folklorico, and UTRGV Ballet Folklórico! Supported by ❤️ H-E-B Helping Here 👉 Don’t miss this vibrant celebration of tradition, art, and community!

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🎉 Día de los Muertos Festival & Market 📍 IMAS – International Museum of Art & Science 📅 Saturday, October 11, 2025 | ⏰ 10 AM – 5 PM ✨ Celebrate with: 🌼 Community Altars Exhibition – “Changemakers: Honoring Legacies of Impact” 🎭 Folklórico & Mariachi performances all day 🎨 Hands-on activities: Sugar Skull Decorating ($5), Calavera Masks, Piñata Mural & more 🛍️ Artisan & Food Market – shop local & enjoy delicious eats 🎲 Family fun with Lotería & interactive science demos 💀 Sugar Skulls: Pre-purchase for $5 while supplies last! 🎶 Performances by Edinburg North HS Mariachi Oro, Academia Folklorica Vamaya, Mission Parks & Rec Folklorico, and UTRGV Ballet Folklórico! Supported by ❤️ heb Helping Here 👉 Don’t miss this vibrant celebration of tradition, art, and community!

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IMAS is grateful to the mcallenchamber for the opportunity to speak and share about the future of the IMAS at Good Morning McAllen this week! Great museums serve great communities, and IMAS continues to serve our amazing community with engaging programs, interactive exhibits, and more .Thank you to our trustees and Campaign for Children committee who joined us for this beautiful morning at Casa de Palmas and to Elizabeth Suarez for her leadership in these wonderful events for chamber members.

IMAS is grateful to the McAllen Chamber of Commerce for the opportunity to speak and share about the future of the IMAS at Good Morning McAllen this week! Great museums serve great communities, and IMAS continues to serve our amazing community with engaging programs, interactive exhibits, and more .Thank you to our trustees and Campaign for Children committee who joined us for this beautiful morning at Casa de Palmas and to Elizabeth Suarez for her leadership in these wonderful events for chamber members.

✨ Good news! ✨ "Visions of the West: Highlights from the Lewis Collection" has been extended through October 12, 2025! To celebrate, join collectors Byron Jay and Keely Lewis for Visions of the West: Stories Behind the Art a guided tour offering a behind-the-scenes look at the artists, inspirations, and personal stories that bring this collection to life. From sweeping landscapes to iconic figures of the American West, this experience will deepen your connection to the exhibition. 📅 October 5, 2025 | 2:00 p.m. 📍 International Museum of Art & Science 🎟️ Included with general admission Don’t miss this chance to explore the West through art, stories, and history at IMAS.

✨ Good news! ✨ "Visions of the West: Highlights from the Lewis Collection" has been extended through October 12, 2025! To celebrate, join collectors Byron Jay and Keely Lewis for "Visions of the West: Stories Behind the Art" a guided tour offering a behind-the-scenes look at the artists, inspirations, and personal stories that bring this collection to life. From sweeping landscapes to iconic figures of the American West, this experience will deepen your connection to the exhibition. 📅 October 5, 2025 | 2:00 p.m. 📍 International Museum of Art & Science 🎟️ Included with general admission Don’t miss this chance to explore the West through art, stories, and history at IMAS.

We honor the histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans who have shaped and enriched communities like McAllen and the region. #HispanicHeritageMonth We are grateful for all our McAllen Hispanic leaders, past and present. Let's keep the torch moving forward. #HispanicHeritage #mcallenhistory #mcallen #HispanicHistory #cityofmcallen

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✨Here’s the final round of vendors and artisans for our Día de los Muertos Festival & Market! ✨ 💎 Tessah Makes Things – Handmade polymer clay earrings 🎨 Artful Brushes & Faces – Face paint, glitter bar, temporary tattoos 🍤 Los Baja Boyz – From succulent shrimp to fresh, juicy ceviche 👗 Dea's Little Shop – Mexican attire, jewelry, cups, shirts 🌼 Don’t miss your chance to shop, taste, and celebrate with us at this year’s festival!

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🌼✨ Día de los Muertos Festival Vendor Spotlight ✨🌼 Get ready to explore even more incredible local vendors at this year’s festival & artisan market! 🔮 Golden Mirror Fortunes – Tarot & astrology readings, aura photos, plus blessed candles, incense, and crystals. golden_mirror_fortunes 🍬 Candyland STX – Aguas frescas, dulces enchilados, freeze-dried candies, candy grapes, prepared chips, Dubai chocolate bars & more. candyland.stx 🌸 Tangled Designs – Handcrafted paper flower art pieces, floral headbands, bookmarks, and faux leather accessories. tangleddesigns_by_janie 🪶 Colibrí Mujer – Artisan-made jewelry, accessories, and perfumes _colibrimujer 🕯️ Casa de Luna Candles – Artesanal soy wax candles, organic simmer pots, room sprays, and pet-friendly creations. casa_de_luna_candle_ 💎 Luminous Creations – Handmade beaded jewelry with unique bracelets and necklaces. _luminous.creations ✨ With so many unique creations, you’re sure to find something special! Stay tuned for even more vendor highlights. 🗓️ Join us as we celebrate Día de los Muertos with art, food, music, and culture!

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🌼✨ More Día de los Muertos Festival Vendors ✨🌼 We’re back with another round of amazing local vendors you’ll get to shop at this year’s festival & artisan market! 🕯️ Ash & Ember Candle Co., LLC – Handmade soy ceramic candles & room/linen sprays. ash_ember_candles 🍭 Cake Pops G. Reyna – Cake pops & balls, Dubai chocolate candied nuts, spicy pretzels, chocolate-covered treats, mini cakes, cookies, and brownies. gisela.reyna1 💎 Silver Orchards – Handmade jewelry. silverorchards 🥤 Soda Break – Dirty sodas & fair-style lemonade. _sodabreak_ 🌵 Un Rinconcito Succulento – Cactus & succulent ornaments, including seasonal creations 1_rinconcitosuculento 🌽 Mobile S-nack – Elotes, nachos, marranadas, aguas frescas, gummies with chamoy, prepared mineral waters & clamatos. mobile_s_nack ✨ Stay tuned as we continue to highlight even more incredible vendors leading up to the festival! 🗓️ Mark your calendars for this celebration of culture, art, and community.

THIS SUNDAY at 2PM: Visions of the West: Stories Behind the Art Join collectors Byron Jay and Keely Lewis for Visions of the West: Stories Behind the Art a guided tour through the new IMAS exhibition Visions of the West: Highlights from the Lewis Collection. Guests will explore the rich narratives behind selected works from the Lewis Collection, learning about the artists, inspirations, and personal stories that bring each piece to life. From bold landscapes to iconic figures of the American West, this tour offers a personal, behind-the-scenes look into the Lewis collection. Included with general admission. https://theimasonline.org/visions-of-the-west-highlights-from-the-lewis-collection/

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

Loved having Alma Vera visit MHC today. Her husband, Joe Vera was also a huge friend and supporter! Explore McAllen #mcallenhistory Visit McAllen

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🌼✨ Meet Some of Our Día de los Muertos Festival Vendors! ✨🌼 We’re excited to share a few of the amazing local businesses you’ll find at this year’s festival & artisan market: 🍰 georgette.barrera - Made-from-scratch treats including marshmallows, s’mores, brittles, pecan logs, caramel nut clusters, pralines, caramel apples, fudge & more. 🧋 mobobatea – Refreshing boba and Asian-inspired snacks 🎨 pudgypigeons – Original artwork merch: art prints, stickers, tote bags, puzzles, mugs, earrings & more 💍 ayellowroseshop – Handmade jewelry & stationery crafted from clay, resin, glass beads, and recycled media 🌸 tiendita_uniko – Polymer clay creations: magnets, keychains, earrings, hand painted totes, mini ofrendas & art 📚 written.charm Bookshop – Pop-up bookshop with new & used books, blind books, stationery, and bookish accessories ✨ Stay tuned for more vendor spotlights as we get closer to the festival! 🗓️ Save the date and join us for a vibrant celebration filled with art, culture, and community.

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✨ It’s time to PLAY at IMAS! ✨ Join us for IMAS Day of Play, a global celebration with AssocofChildrensMuseums and Nickelodeon. 🌎💛 🎉 Included with General Admission! 🌟 Hands-on exploration 🌟 Joyful learning 🌟 Fun for the whole family A special thank you to our partners: 💡 stcjaguars Chemical Society 💚 Acosta Family Counseling Associates 🌸 keepmcallenbeautiful 🎹 valley_keyboards 👉 Come join the fun and let’s play together at IMAS! #IMASmuseum #DayOfPlay #FamilyFun #LetsPlay #OurWorldPlays

Royal Tea at the Heritage 2025! Goodness was an afternoon we had - HUGE THANK YOU again to everyone that attended and to our sponsors for making our 2025 Royal Tea a gathering not to be forgotten! SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR 2026 event: September 19, 2026! Explore McAllen Visit McAllen Socialife News Magazine City of McAllen TX Government #mcallenhistory #visitmcallen #exploremcallen #RoyalTea

Only TWO DAYS until the Hispanic Heritage Block Party, happening right here in #McAllenTX at #DesperadoHD! The event begins at 11am, with DJ JoAngel Alvarez spinning tunes before and after Beatriz Gonzalez takes the stage with her mariachi band at 12:30pm! 💃 While you're here, shop with these local vendors, who will be selling all your favorites until 3pm. - The Pop Lab - Pink Elephant Events - Las Hijas del Maiz - Villarreal’s Gems & Threads - C&C Creations - Aromas Mariposa - Delicias de la abuela - Jolyn's Tastie Creations - Unique Bowtique - Healthy Homesteading - Javibalde/RGV Cutlery - Bows Mercado - Main Squeeze Lemonade - Tacos Al Pastor Don Cuco - Wheels 4 Kids And make sure you roll in with a little dirt on your Harley - we'll be having our final bike wash of the year 🧽🫧 with Daya & Villanay! Plus, we'll have plenty of prizes for the one-day only event during Rolling USA's Rolling Texas campaign leading up to the Lonestar Rally, including Pappy Hoel Campground Wristbands, H-D® Museum Passes, Bertello Pizza Oven, Rolling USA Swag and more. We'll see you Saturday, @followers! ✌️

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Save the Date for one final talk in the gallery! Sunday, October 5: Visions of the West: Stories Behind the Art Join collectors Byron Jay and Keely Lewis for Visions of the West: Stories Behind the Art a guided tour through the new IMAS exhibition Visions of the West: Highlights from the Lewis Collection. Guests will explore the rich narratives behind selected works from the Lewis Collection, learning about the artists, inspirations, and personal stories that bring each piece to life. From bold landscapes to iconic figures of the American West, this tour offers a personal, behind-the-scenes look into the Lewis collection. Included with general admission. #IMASartist #IMASmuseum #McAllen #RGV #McAllenArt

Save the Date for one final talk in the gallery! Sunday, October 5: Visions of the West: Stories Behind the Art Join collectors Byron Jay and Keely Lewis for Visions of the West: Stories Behind the Art a guided tour through the new IMAS exhibition Visions of the West: Highlights from the Lewis Collection. Guests will explore the rich narratives behind selected works from the Lewis Collection, learning about the artists, inspirations, and personal stories that bring each piece to life. From bold landscapes to iconic figures of the American West, this tour offers a personal, behind-the-scenes look into the Lewis collection. Included with general admission. https://theimasonline.org/visions-of-the-west-highlights-from-the-lewis-collection/

International Museum of Art & Science added 39 new photos.

Your McAllen History Museum Visiting Hours for this weekend! Friday, Sept 19 | 1pm-4pm Saturday, Sept 20 | Closed for Royal Tea at the Heritage 301 S. Main Street McAllen TX 78501 Free admission + Free parking in the rear of the building. #mcallenhistory #mcallentx #texas #museum #exploremcallen #visitmcallen

Royal Tea 2025 Photo Recap! No words can express what an amazing afternoon our Royal Tea was - filled with life, love and camaraderie! We are thrilled to share these photographs and would like to extend a HUGE THANK YOU to everyone that attended and to our sponsors for making our 2025 Royal Tea a gathering not to be forgotten! Video recap coming this week! SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR 2026 event: September 19, 2026! Explore McAllen | Visit McAllen #mcallenhistory #visitmcallen #exploremcallen #RoyalTea

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👻🎃 Fright Night is back at IMAS! 🎃👻 Join us for a spooktacular 21+ evening of art, music, cocktails, and chills on Thursday, October 23, 2025 | 6:30–9:00 PM. ✨ Highlights include: 🩸 Film screening of Night of the Living Dead 🎤 DJ & Karaoke 🕹️ Games & Costume Contest 🔮 Tarot Readings by Golden Mirror Fortunes 🍸 Complimentary spooky cocktails – Purple People Eater, Bloody Scary & more! 💀 Tickets: $30 | $25 IMAS Members & College Students (with valid ID) ⚠️ 21+ event, valid ID required at entry Costumes encouraged… the scarier the better. 🕷️🕸️ Tickets on sale now! Visit 'IMAS Links' in our bio for more info. #FrightNightIMAS!

👻🎃 Fright Night is back at IMAS! 🎃👻 Join us for a spooktacular 21+ evening of art, music, cocktails, and chills on Thursday, October 23, 2025 | 6:30–9:00 PM. ✨ Highlights include: 🩸 Film screening of Night of the Living Dead 🎤 DJ & Karaoke 🕹️ Games & Costume Contest 🔮 Tarot Readings by Golden Mirror Fortunes 🍸 Complimentary spooky cocktails – Purple People Eater, Bloody Scary & more! 💀 Tickets: $30 | $25 IMAS Members & College Students (with valid ID) ⚠️ 21+ event, valid ID required at entry Costumes encouraged… the scarier the better. 🕷️🕸️ Tickets on sale now! https://theimasonline.org/adult-workshops-programs/#afterdark #FrightNightIMAS!

Our 2025 Royal Tea was a spectacular success!! Full video coming shortly!! Big shout out to our sponsors!! McAllen Heritage deeply appreciates and values your support!! SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR 2026 event: September 19, 2026! #mcallenhistory #visitmcallen Visit McAllen #exploremcallen

🌞 Good Morning McAllen! 🌞 Join us for a morning of networking, learning, and community! Get your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/GMMCALLENOCT 📅 Thursday, October 2nd, 2025 🕢 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM 📍 Casa De Palmas Hotel 101 N. Main St., McAllen, TX 78501 🎟️ Tickets: $25 per person 🪑 Reserved Table for 8: $350 💸 JACKPOT PRIZE: $1,100 (Must be present to win!) Start your morning with local leaders and professionals while enjoying great conversation! 🎨 Sponsored by IMAS – International Museum of Art & Science 👉 Don’t miss out – mark your calendar and grab your ticket today! #GoodMorningMcAllen #McAllenChamber #IMAS

🌞 Good Morning McAllen! 🌞 Join us for a morning of networking, learning, and community! Get your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/GMMCALLENOCT 📅 Thursday, October 2nd, 2025 🕢 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM 📍 Casa De Palmas Hotel 101 N. Main St., McAllen, TX 78501 🎟️ Tickets: $25 per person 🪑 Reserved Table for 8: $350 💸 JACKPOT PRIZE: $1,100 (Must be present to win!) Start your morning with local leaders and professionals while enjoying great conversation! 🎨 Sponsored by IMAS – International Museum of Art & Science 👉 Don’t miss out – mark your calendar and grab your ticket today! #GoodMorningMcAllen #McAllenChamber #IMAS

Your McAllen History Museum Visiting Hours for this weekend! Friday, Sept 19 | 1pm-4pm Saturday, Sept 20 | Closed for Royal Tea at the Heritage 301 S. Main Street McAllen TX 78501 Free admission + Free parking in the rear of the building. #mcallenhistory #mcallentx #texas #museum #exploremcallen #visitmcallen

Celebrate Día de los Muertos at IMAS on Saturday, October 11, from 10 AM to 5 PM! Enjoy family activities, community altars, lotería, a museum market, and more. All included with general admission.

Chuckwagon Dinner Ticket Holders! Reminder to redeem your tickets by Tuesday, September 30th at Romano's Macaroni Grill- McAllen. Thank you to all that supported the McAllen Heritage Center. See you next year! #mcallenheritage #mcallen #ChuckWagonDinner

🌼💀 Día de los Muertos Festival & Market at IMAS 💀🌼 Celebrate with family and friends at the International Museum of Art & Science! Enjoy live performances, lotería, arts and crafts, shopping at the artisan market, and the annual Community Altares Exhibition. This year’s theme is “Changemakers: Honoring Legacies of Impact,” a colorful tribute to those who have shaped our world through art, science, and community. Altares will be on view October 1 through November 2. Día de los Muertos is a Mexican tradition where families welcome back the souls of loved ones through food, music, and celebration. It is a blend of Mesoamerican ritual, European religion, and Spanish culture, and each year IMAS embraces this holiday with a festival that brings the community together. 🎟️ Festival, Market, Exhibits, and Altares included with General Admission | Free for IMAS Members 📅 Don’t miss this beautiful tradition at IMAS! Supported by H-E-B Helping Here. Learn more by visiting 'IMAS Links' in our bio.

Día de los Muertos Festival & Market at the Museum Celebrate with family and friends at the International Museum of Art & Science! Enjoy live performances, lotería, arts and crafts, shopping at the artisan market, and the annual Community Altares Exhibition. This year’s theme is “Changemakers: Honoring Legacies of Impact,” a colorful tribute to those who have shaped our world through art, science, and community. Altares will be on view October 1 through November 2. Día de los Muertos is a Mexican tradition where families welcome back the souls of loved ones through food, music, and celebration. It is a blend of Mesoamerican ritual, European religion, and Spanish culture, and each year IMAS embraces this holiday with a festival that brings the community together. 🎟️ Festival, Market, Exhibits, and Altares included with General Admission | Free for IMAS Members 📅 Don’t miss this beautiful tradition at IMAS! Supported by H-E-B Helping Here. Learn more by visiting 'IMAS Links' in our bio.

IMAS Members! Join us for a special evening at IMAS! IMAS Members are invited to celebrate the opening of our newest exhibition, Pilgrimage of Light. Enjoy an after-hours reception with complimentary wine and light bites as our way of thanking you for your support. Member Reception - Pilgrimage of Light 📅 Thursday, September 18 🕔 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. ✔ Free for Members (pre-registration encouraged) ✔ One non-member guest per membership included ✔ Additional guests may attend for $10 each RSVP: https://sales.theimasonline.org/Performance.aspx?pid=2170 Not yet a member? Memberships will be available online or at the door. Don’t miss this illuminating evening! Buy or renew an IMAS membership: https://theimasonline.org/membership/

✨ Know Before You Go – Heritage Royal Tea Shuttle Service 🚐 We’re excited to welcome you to the McAllen Heritage Center’s Royal Tea this Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 2:00–5:30 p.m. at the Heritage Center Museum, 301 S. Main Street, Downtown McAllen. For your convenience, Casa De Palmas Hotel will provide complimentary shuttle service to and from the McAllen Heritage Center. ✅ Shuttle Pickup/Drop-off: Casa De Palmas Hotel Lobby - 👍 ✅ Times: 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. - 👍 ✅ Return Service: Call the hotel at 956-631-1101 for pickup after the event - 👍 Ride in comfort and style in the brand-new Casa De Palmas shuttle as you enjoy this special afternoon celebrating McAllen’s heritage! 💐☕️ 🚎🚎 Note: If our shuttle is out to the airport taking our airline crew members to the airport that it will return in just a few minutes. Please stay cool and comfortable in the lobby while the shuttle returns from the airport. #McAllenHeritage #RoyalTea #CasaDePalmas #DowntownMcAllen

✨ Know Before You Go – Heritage Royal Tea Shuttle Service 🚐 We’re excited to welcome you to the McAllen Heritage Center’s Royal Tea this Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 2:00–5:30 p.m. at the Heritage Center Museum, 301 S. Main Street, Downtown McAllen. For your convenience, Casa De Palmas Hotel will provide complimentary shuttle service to and from the McAllen Heritage Center. ✅ Shuttle Pickup/Drop-off: Casa De Palmas Hotel Lobby - 👍 ✅ Times: 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. - 👍 ✅ Return Service: Call the hotel at 956-631-1101 for pickup after the event - 👍 Ride in comfort and style in the brand-new Casa De Palmas shuttle as you enjoy this special afternoon celebrating McAllen’s heritage! 💐☕️ 🚎🚎 Note: If our shuttle is out to the airport taking our airline crew members to the airport that it will return in just a few minutes. Please stay cool and comfortable in the lobby while the shuttle returns from the airport. #McAllenHeritage #RoyalTea #CasaDePalmas #DowntownMcAllen

🎉 IMAS Day of Play 2025 🎉 📅 Saturday, September 27 🕙 10 AM – 5 PM Celebrate Worldwide Day of Play with IMAS, in partnership with The Association of Children's Museums and Nickelodeon! 🌍✨ Bring the whole family for a full day of hands-on exploration, active fun, and joyful learning. 🎨🔬⚽ Come play, discover, and make memories at IMAS! #OurWorldPlays #IMASmuseum

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🎉 IMAS Day of Play 🎉 📅 Saturday, September 27 🕙 10 AM – 5 PM Celebrate Worldwide Day of Play with IMAS, in partnership with The Association of Children's Museums and Nickelodeon! 🌍✨ Bring the whole family for a full day of hands-on exploration, active fun, and joyful learning. 🎨🔬⚽ Come play, discover, and make memories at IMAS! #OurWorldPlays #IMASmuseum

🌟 FREE Community Event! 🌟 Join us for Beyond the Exhibits: Outreach at the Pavilion 📅 Saturday, September 20, 2025 📍 Veterans Memorial Pavilion, Mission, TX Bring the family for a day of fun, learning, and connection with IMAS, the natbutterflycenter , MissionHMuseum, and the mosthistory. 🚀 Enjoy planetarium presentations 🦋 Close-up insect talks 🔬 Hands-on STEAM activities 🎨 And so much more! 🎟 Free admission – all are welcome! Learn more about this free event by visiting IMAS Links in our bio.

🌟 FREE Community Event! 🌟 Join us for Beyond the Exhibits: Outreach at the Pavilion 📅 Saturday, September 20, 2025 📍 Veterans Memorial Pavilion, Mission, TX Bring the family for a day of fun, learning, and connection with IMAS, the National Butterfly Center, Mission Historical Museum, and the Museum of South Texas History. 🚀 Enjoy planetarium presentations 🦋 Close-up insect talks 🔬 Hands-on STEAM activities 🎨 And so much more! 🎟 Free admission – all are welcome! Learn More: https://theimasonline.org/beyond-the-exhibits-outreach-at-the-pavilion/

🌟 FREE Community Event! 🌟 Join us for Beyond the Exhibits: Outreach at the Pavilion 📅 Saturday, September 20, 2025 📍 Veterans Memorial Pavilion, Mission, TX Bring the family for a day of fun, learning, and connection with IMAS, the natbutterflycenter , MissionHMuseum, and the mosthistory. 🚀 Enjoy planetarium presentations 🦋 Close-up insect talks 🔬 Hands-on STEAM activities 🎨 And so much more! 🎟 Free admission – all are welcome! Learn more about this free event by visiting IMAS Links in our bio.

Leave a 👍 if you 💚 McAllen! Explore McAllen History today from 1pm-5pm, 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

Leave a 👍 if you 💚 McAllen! Explore McAllen History today from 1pm-5pm, 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