Workshops & Programs
International Museum of Art & Science, 1900 W Nolana Ave, McAllen, TX 78504
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Workshops & Programs at the International Museum of Art & Science include activities such as Young Adventurers – Farm to Preschool and the Youth Workshop – Art in Motion: Colorful Art Bots. Participants can create original artwork, play games with their entire body on the DigiWall, enjoy Water Journey play in the puppet theater, climb the Digi-wall, create in Kid-struction, explore platonic solids, conduct a hands-on science activity or experiment, observe daily animal feedings, take a virtual tour of the Water Treatment Plant, and explore healthy habits from the garden all the way to the plate.
• Schedule: Open Wednesday–Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM and Sunday from 1 PM to 5 PM; closed Monday and Tuesday.
The International Museum of Art & Science was chartered under the laws of the state of Texas on June 2, 1967, granted its tax exemption certificate in August 1967, and dedicated and formally opened to the public on October 26, 1969. It moved to its current site on July 4, 1976, and a new building expansion was completed in 2001. The museum’s mission states that it inspires audiences of all ages to explore art and science through its permanent collections, exhibits, programs, and partnerships by empowering learners to discover their interests and pursue their passions. The museum is a Smithsonian Affiliate and is fully accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. It was developed through the efforts of the McAllen Junior League to increase the quality of life for the citizens of the Rio Grande Valley and to provide activities in the arts and sciences that are meaningful, educational, and available to the public. The Seed to Table exhibit was made possible by H-E-B Tournament of Champions, and families can learn more about McAllen Public Utility and request a tour of their Water Plant. The museum contains over 50,000 square feet of exhibit space and its permanent collection includes more than 2,000 natural history and geology specimens, 4,500 folk art and textile objects, and 1,500 fine art works dating from the 16th century to the present. Discovery areas connected to Workshops & Programs include the Discovery Pavilion with Water Journey, puppet theater, Digi-wall, Kid-struction, and platonic solids, Science On a Sphere with content from NASA to illustrate planetary and celestial systems, and the McAllen Public Utility BioZone with ambassador animals such as a bearded dragon lizard, Texas spiny lizard, hermit crab, Gulf Coast toad, freshwater fish, darkling beetles, and Madagascar hissing cockroaches. RioScape: A Children’s Discovery Park incorporates play in an outdoor learning environment that reflects scientific and environmental concepts specific to the Rio Grande River. The Museum Store is the place to purchase one-of-a-kind gifts by local artisans.
Last updated February 1, 2026.
• Schedule: Open Wednesday–Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM and Sunday from 1 PM to 5 PM; closed Monday and Tuesday.
The International Museum of Art & Science was chartered under the laws of the state of Texas on June 2, 1967, granted its tax exemption certificate in August 1967, and dedicated and formally opened to the public on October 26, 1969. It moved to its current site on July 4, 1976, and a new building expansion was completed in 2001. The museum’s mission states that it inspires audiences of all ages to explore art and science through its permanent collections, exhibits, programs, and partnerships by empowering learners to discover their interests and pursue their passions. The museum is a Smithsonian Affiliate and is fully accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. It was developed through the efforts of the McAllen Junior League to increase the quality of life for the citizens of the Rio Grande Valley and to provide activities in the arts and sciences that are meaningful, educational, and available to the public. The Seed to Table exhibit was made possible by H-E-B Tournament of Champions, and families can learn more about McAllen Public Utility and request a tour of their Water Plant. The museum contains over 50,000 square feet of exhibit space and its permanent collection includes more than 2,000 natural history and geology specimens, 4,500 folk art and textile objects, and 1,500 fine art works dating from the 16th century to the present. Discovery areas connected to Workshops & Programs include the Discovery Pavilion with Water Journey, puppet theater, Digi-wall, Kid-struction, and platonic solids, Science On a Sphere with content from NASA to illustrate planetary and celestial systems, and the McAllen Public Utility BioZone with ambassador animals such as a bearded dragon lizard, Texas spiny lizard, hermit crab, Gulf Coast toad, freshwater fish, darkling beetles, and Madagascar hissing cockroaches. RioScape: A Children’s Discovery Park incorporates play in an outdoor learning environment that reflects scientific and environmental concepts specific to the Rio Grande River. The Museum Store is the place to purchase one-of-a-kind gifts by local artisans.
Last updated February 1, 2026.
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