Special Events

The Last Tip of My Hat

Rodeo time in Houston means the spirit of the wild west has arrived at the Museum.

Get an up-close look at how we give our cowboys and cowgirls a proper sendoff with The Last Tip of My Hat. Highlights include a classic-style pine coffin outfitted with features representative of Western heritage, capturing the true pioneer essence.

This annual exhibit is sponsored by Cowboy's Last Ride and will be on display through March 31. For more information about our exhibit sponsor, visit www.cowboyslastride.com.

34th Annual 1960 St. Patrick's Day Parade

Join us for a day full of family fun at this year's 1960 St. Patrick's Day parade! The festivities take place Sunday, March 11, where we'll board a float and make our way down FM 1960 in support of the Cypress Creek EMS.

Thousands of people are expected to turn out for the event. The Museum would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to the primary sponsor of our float, Dignity Memorial. Additional sponsorship opportunities for organizations interested in including their name on our float banner are available through February 27. The sponsorship cost is $500. Contact us to make your sponsorship reservation.

Our participation in the parade brings to mind a little-known fact about the history of the funeral industry: ambulance service was actually an integral part of the typical American funeral home business up until the middle of the 20th century. This marks our third year taking part in the parade, and we're thrilled to support another organization in our community with historic ties.

For more information on the 1960 St. Patrick's Day parade, please visit: www.1960parade.com.