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Discover a Midland family's legacy.

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Open their imagination, and yours too.

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The Museum of the Southwest immerses its visitors in experiences that transform their universe and reveal new possibilities.

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Sci-Friday — Alien (R)
Oct 29, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Blakemore Planetarium, 1705 W Missouri Ave, Midland, TX 79701, USA
Join us for our spooky member-exclusive event on October 29, 6-9 p.m. (Showtime is @ 7pm). The film runs two hours and is rated R for sci-fi gore/violence & language. Refreshments will be provided and there will be a prize-drawing for an Alien 3-D print! Made possible by EOG Resources.
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Día de los Muertos - Day of the Dead
Oct 30, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Museum of the Southwest, 1705 W Missouri Ave, Midland, TX 79701, USA
Celebrate with The Hispanic Cultural Center of Midland! Experience the two cultures of Halloween and Día de los Muertos, through traditions of alters, trees of life, art, crafts, and activities. Tacos and nachos will be served from 2-4 p.m. Enjoy the show from 4-6 p.m., with music and dance!
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President's Club Dinner
Nov 18, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Historic Turner Mansion, 1705 W Missouri Ave, Midland, TX 79701, USA
Our black tie event, exclusive to President's Club members. Become a President's Club member today to attend. RSVP to info@museumsw.org
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Preview Party - Christmas at the Mansion
Dec 02, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Historic Turner Mansion, 1705 W Missouri Ave, Midland, TX 79701, USA
*NEW* — Black tie optional. Reservations required in advance. Mingle in the Mansion with hors d'oeuvres and drinks, while browsing our many exhibitions and festive displays.
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Nutcracker Brunch
Dec 04, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Historic Turner Mansion, 1705 W Missouri Ave, Midland, TX 79701, USA
Limited availability. Reservations required in advance.
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Christmas Luncheon
Dec 06, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Historic Turner Mansion, 1705 W Missouri Ave, Midland, TX 79701, USA
Reservations required in advance.
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ReinBeer X
Dec 08, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Historic Turner Mansion, 1705 W Missouri Ave, Midland, TX 79701, USA
Our most anticipated event of the year is BACK, and bigger than ever. Taste a variety of beverages with food and a CONCERT! Ticket reservations required in advance, and sell out quickly. Made possible by Flecha Azul Tequila.
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Holiday Tea
Dec 10, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Historic Turner Mansion, 1705 W Missouri Ave, Midland, TX 79701, USA
Ticketed/free event. Reservations required in advance. Enjoy tea and refreshments inside the festively decorated Historic Turner Mansion.
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Trains & Trucks
Dec 11, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
MSW Campus, 1705 W Missouri Ave, Midland, TX 79701, USA
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Open House - FREE
Dec 11, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
MSW Campus, 1705 W Missouri Ave, Midland, TX 79701, USA
Join us for our annual Open House, free and open to the public. Enjoy refreshments, performances by community groups, and other festive activities.
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Gingerbread Workshop
Dec 11, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Blakemore Planetarium, 1705 W Missouri Ave, Midland, TX 79701, USA
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