Angelo State University’s Mayer Museum will present two new exhibits that illustrate the history of scouting in West Texas and the history of the Concho River Valley, beginning with an opening reception on Tuesday, Feb. 3, from 5-8 p.m. in the Mayer Museum at 2501 W. Ave. N.
The opening reception is free and open to the public. It will also include various activities related to the new exhibits, and light refreshments will be served. Starting on Feb. 4, the exhibits will be open for free public viewing Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekly through Aug. 22.
The “Century of the Scout” exhibit features rare photos, vintage uniforms and badges, historical scouting handbooks and stories that highlight the impact scouting has made across West Texas communities since 1926. Museum visitors are invited to explore 100 years of scouting history from campfires and hiking trails to service projects and leadership, which shaped generations of scouts. The exhibit truly illustrates the character, leadership and community values imparted to the scouts of the Texas Southwest Council.
The “Concho River Legacy Trail” exhibit is a collaborative effort between the Mayer Museum and the Art in Uncommon Places program. It features larger-than-life bronze sculptures, maps and examples of the technology used to design and plan the Concho River Legacy Trail project that is coming soon to San Angelo. Museum visitors are invited to explore the rich history of the Concho River Valley through the lens of future public art planning. Visitors won’t just read about history, they will walk through it.
The ASU Mayer Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, and there is never an admission fee. More details on all the museum programs and exhibits are available at angelo.edu/mayer-museum.
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