Mission
The Museum's current mission is to preserve and protect natural and cultural history, to stimulate its understanding, and to encourage responsible stewardship of all natural and cultural resources.
It accomplishes this through:
1.The preservation of artifacts and natural specimens;
2.The presentation of exhibits and educational programming;
3.Cooperative partnerships with arts and cultural organizations, community oriented entities, and academic institutions throughout the Brazos Valley.
The Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History proudly announces the opening of its exhibition, Capturing Time: The Story of Early Photography, on display from November 15, 2024 - May 17, 2025. This exhibition will open on Friday, November 15, at 6:30…
Read More »The Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History is pleased to announced its participation in Blue Star Museums, a collaboration among the National Endowment of the Arts, Blue Star Families, and the Department of Defense. More than 2,000 museums across…
Read More »The Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History announces the extension of its popular exhibit, Steam, Smoke & Steel: Riding the Rails Through Time, on display now through October 26. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore railway's humble…
Read More »The Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History is proud to provide a variety of activities regarding the Total Solar Eclipse in Texas on April 8, 2024. This once in a lifetime event is the first time in over 145 years a total solar eclipse will…
Read More »Win a Stunning Diamond Necklace The Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History has raffle tickets currently on sale for beautiful jewelry donated by David Gardner’s Jewelry in honor of It's a Wonderful Life: A Tribute to Beverly Brown &…
Read More »The Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History proudly presents: It's a Wonderful Life: A Tribute to Beverly Brown & Donnis Baggett at the Miramont Country Club on Friday, January 12, 2024. The event will begin with cocktails at 6 pm, honoree…
Read More »All aboard for an exciting world of trains! The Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History is pleased to announce its Winter Mini Camp program, Train Travelers, on Monday, December 18 through Friday, December 22, from 9 am to 3 pm, with before and…
Read More »Boonville Days Parking Info! Join the Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History on Saturday, October 14, for the 18th annual Texas Heritage Festival: Boonville Days! As part of the festival, runners and walkers of all ages are invited to join in the…
Read More »Boonville Volunteer Signup Stampede Volunteer Signup Boonville Days is right around the corner... Please JOIN US! Participate as a volunteer in our exciting festival celebrating Texas history! The event showcases re-enactors,…
Read More »The Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History invites you to join our annual live butterfly release on Saturday, July 22, from 9 am - 12 pm! Starting at 9 am, check- in with an indoor reception and enjoy live music, refreshments, crafts, and free…
Read More »The Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History is pleased to announced its participation in Blue Star Museums, a collaboration among the National Endowment of the Arts, Blue Star Families, and the Department of Defense. More than 2,000 museums across…
Read More »The Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History proudly announces the free opening of its unique in-house created exhibition Shells: The Elegant Armor of Mollusks on display from May 19 – October 28, 2023. This exhibition will open on Friday, May…
Read More »Register Now The Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History is pleased to announce its Spring Mini Camp program, Canine Connections, March 13 - 17 from 9 am - 3 pm. Before and after-camp care is also available. This week, we will connect with…
Read More »The Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History proudly presents: Brave Heart: A Tribute to BG Joe Ramirez at the Miramont Country Club on Friday, January 13, 2023. The event will begin with cocktails at 6 pm, honoree arrival at 6:15 pm, followed by…
Read More »The Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History proudly announces the following award winners: Postoak Florist, Outstanding Community Partner; Dr. Bobby Presley, Outstanding Volunteer, Ellen Thornton, Outstanding Board Member; and a special award to BG…
Read More »Purchase Raffle Tickets Win a Stunning Diamond Necklace The Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History has raffle tickets currently on sale for beautiful jewelry donated by David Gardner’s Jewelry in honor of Brave Heart: A…
Read More »Register Now The Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History is pleased to announce its Winter Mini Camp program, Creature Chronicles, on Monday, December 19 through Friday, December 23, from 9 am to 3 pm, with before and after camp care available.…
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