Spark! Places of Innovation:
Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit

July 3–August 8

Alpine has been chosen as one of six Texas communities by the Texas Historical Commission to host a Smithsonian Museum on Main Street traveling exhibit that takes a close look at the many ways innovation has arisen in small rural communities.

Opening Night: Friday, July 3, 5:00–7:00pm 

The exhibition will be held in the Museum of the Big Bend’s Education Room. Museum admission will be FREE for the entire six-week run, thanks to our generous sponsors.

Museum of the Big Bend
SUMMER ART CAMP
July 20-24, 2026

9:00am–12:00pm: Ages 4-6
1:00–4:00pm: Ages 7-10

40th Annual Trappings of Texas

September 17–October 31

Three-day event celebrating Western art and culture including the exhibit and sale of contemporary Western art and custom cowboy gear, an opening reception, artist presentations, and a ranch roundup party.