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August 9, 2024
Bandera Museum unveils new name and interactive technology
By Jessica Nohealapa’ahi
The Bandera Prophet
The Bandera Natural History and Art Museum recently celebrated a ribbon cutting with the Bandera County Chamber of Commerce to unveil interactive technology devices and a new name.
Formerly the Bandera Natural History Museum, the non-profit changed its name earlier this year to incorporate its extensive collection of 16th - 19th century colonial art, housed in the New Spain Art Hall, as well as future art features being planned.
The museum was recently awarded a $75,000 grant from the Kronkosky Charitable Foundation, which was used to upgrade the museum’s wifi system; purchase and install interactive kiosks in the International Hall, dioramas and Manila Galleon Room; and purchase 10 tablets, which will enhance visitors’ experiences as they tour the grounds.
The Bandera Natural History and Art Museum, located at 267 Old San Antonio Hwy., is open Tuesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.
Formerly the Bandera Natural History Museum, the non-profit changed its name earlier this year to incorporate its extensive collection of 16th - 19th century colonial art, housed in the New Spain Art Hall, as well as future art features being planned.
The museum was recently awarded a $75,000 grant from the Kronkosky Charitable Foundation, which was used to upgrade the museum’s wifi system; purchase and install interactive kiosks in the International Hall, dioramas and Manila Galleon Room; and purchase 10 tablets, which will enhance visitors’ experiences as they tour the grounds.
The Bandera Natural History and Art Museum, located at 267 Old San Antonio Hwy., is open Tuesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.