The Museum will participate in the Blue Star Museums program from Armed Forces Day to Labor Day
Texas Insider Report: AUSTIN, Texas – The Bullock Texas State History Museum is proud to join museums nationwide in participating in Blue Star Museums, a program that provides free admission to the nation's active-duty military personnel and their families during the summer. Free exhibition admission for military families will be available from Armed Forces Day on Saturday, May 21 to Labor Day, September 5, 2022.
"It is always an honor to be able to give back to our active military personnel and their families, who sacrifice so much in service to our state and country," said Bullock Museum Director Margaret Koch."By participating in the national Blue Star program, sponsored at the Bullock by Lisa and Clay Cooley, we ensure that our military families have opportunities to learn and grow together at the Museum throughout the summer with fewer economic barriers," Koch said.
Military families are invited to explore three floors of Texas History Galleries and two special exhibitions. Mental Health: Mind Matters, on view through July 31, uses immersive experiences and multimedia activities to raise awareness and provide a safe space for conversations about mental health. The Fourth Grade Project, on view June 25 through December 11, showcases portraits and personal stories of fourth grade students from around the world, captured by acclaimed artist Judy Gelles.
The Blue Star Museums program is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in collaboration with Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and more than 2,000 museums nationwide.
Free admission is available for those currently serving in the United States Military, including the:
- Army
- Navy
- Air Force
- Marine Corps
- Coast Guard
- members of the Reserves
- National Guard
- U.S. Public Health Commissioned Corps
- NOAA Commissioned Corps,
- and up to five family members
In addition to free exhibition admission, Blue Star children will also receive a special gift in the Bullock Museum Store, courtesy of Lisa and Clay Cooley.
The Bullock Museum's exhibition galleries are open Wednesday through Sunday, from 10 am to 5 pm.
- For more information about the he Bullock Museum, visit TheStoryofTexas.com.
- For details about free admission eligibility, visit the Blue Star Museums website.
