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Camp Cattalo Family Camp: Native Americans and the role of the Bison

Have you ever wanted to experience the wild west? Well, come on out to the Goodnight Ranch to learn about cowboys, bison and early life in the Texas Panhandle.

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La Porte Free Thursdays

This summer, we're giving back to our community with free admission to the San Jacinto Museum to residents of La Porte every Thursday in June and July.  Bring proof of La Porte residency and explore our exhibits, delve into the rich history of Texas, and enjoy a day at the San Jacinto Museum.

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Sam’s Summer STEAM Series: Quilts (Morning)

Join us on Thursday, July 11 at 10:00 am as we continue Sam’s Summer STEAM Series! This Thursday, we will be learning about Quilts!

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Sam’s Summer STEAM Series: Quilts (Afternoon)

Join us on Thursday, July 11 at 2:00 pm as we continue Sam’s Summer STEAM Series! This Thursday, we will be learning about Quilts!

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Camp Cattalo Family Camp: Ranch Life

Have you ever wanted to experience the wild west? Well, come on out to the Goodnight Ranch to learn about cowboys, bison and early life in the Texas Panhandle.

A group of bike riders dressed in athletic clothing pedal along the road of the San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site. The shaft of the San Jacinto Monument stands on the left side of the image.

Cycling Saturdays

The roads within the San Jacinto State Historic Site will open early for bicyclists. Travel our 7.5 miles of site roads and see the battleground where Texas was won at your own pace. No motorized vehicles will be allowed into the site during this time to promote safe bicycling.

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Spinning and Weaving

Learn more about traditional spinning and weaving at a demonstration from the Bay Area Weavers and Spinners every second Saturday at the San Jacinto Museum.

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Sketching Stories: Judah Smith and Cooking the Patton Plantation

In this all-levels drawing class, you will be guided through a life drawing of real artifacts and discover the real stories of the people who used them! We will learn about the life of Judah Smith and her role as a cook at the Patton Plantation.

Traditional Thai cuisine.

Cultures of the Pacific

The National Museum of the Pacific War invites you to join us for Cultures of the Pacific. Guests 21 and up will get to experience a taste of the cultures that the American soldiers and sailors would have encountered during WWII.

Appetizers, artifacts, and animals will help guests gain a new understanding and appreciation for cultures in the Pacific. Our menu, listed below, has been carefully curated to provide culturally authentic cuisine for your enjoyment.

Food:
Dumplings (Thailand)
Chicken Satay (Indonesia)
Kimchi Fried Rice (Korea)
Tonkatsu (Japan)

Drinks:
Tea (China)
Sodas
Water

squash plant sprouts in a greenhouse

Growing in Garden Camp Day One

We will be hosting a garden day camp full of fun gardening activities! Learn to sprout seeds, play garden games, discover hydroponics and more.