Wimberley Institute of Cultures and Museum

How are you celebrating ? Could we ask you to celebrate by giving us the gift of YOUR TIME? Become a volunteer docent with us and help us further our mission of showing everyone how amazing our town is!

If you are interested in volunteering, please send an email to: [email protected]

With your help, we can ensure that our museum is open more days to the public!! We truly need you!!!

What is one benefit of being a member of the Wimberley Institute of Cultures? You get to attend a great annual tradition: our Annual Fireside Supper!

We will have chili, hot tamale supper, and great music provided by some of our local musicians -Marvin & Laura Bottera.

The cost to attend this event is $15 per person. If you are interested, please let us know by visiting https://www.wimwic.org/fireside-dinner/

Not a member yet? Become one for only $35/individual or $50 for a couple!

Do you have a passion for teaching others? Would you like to be immersed in the history and culture of our town? If so, consider becoming a volunteer docent at our museum and help us educate visitors and locals about our town!

As a docent of the museum, you will get access to resources to further promote educational and social programs involving both young and adult members of the community.

If you are interested, send us an email at [email protected] and we’ll be in touch shortly!

Culture me up, Sunday. Did you know that the house that serves our museum is the village’s oldest documented stone house? 🧐

Also known as the Winters-Wimberley House provided a home for both Winters and future millers. Descendants of Pleasant Wimberley lived here until 1997 when the stone house, its later additions, and surrounding five acres were purchased for community use.

It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2002 and now serves as the Wimberley Valley Museum.

Come visit us and be a part of the history of our town! We are located at 14068 Ranch Road 12!

Winter Wonderland takes place tomorrow!! While you are enjoying the Christmas celebrations, we encourage you to come visit us as well as the museum will be open!!



Less than one week away!
Make plans to attend the wildly popular Winter Wonderland, November 17-18th. There is still time to for sponsorships and vendor space. Register here: https://www.chamberdata.net/EvtListing.aspx?dbid2=txwimb&evtid=7610&class=B
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The Wimberley Museum is definitely NOT your typical museum.🤓

Our museum is designed to take you on a trip back in time—it is a picture and story museum, with easy-to-read, interesting storyboards.

To learn more about the story of our small town that residents refer to as “a little bit of heaven” be sure to visit the Wimberley Valley Museum!

We are still reminiscing the memories from our 2023 Harvest Moon Dance.
If you missed it, but still want to learn more about the Wimberley Institute of Cultures and what we do, please consider becoming a member or a volunteer! Learn more at www.wimwic.org

Come join us for 𝑭𝒊𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒅𝒆 𝒔𝒖𝒑𝒑𝒆𝒓 - on 𝑫𝒆𝒄𝒆𝒎𝒃𝒆𝒓 𝟒🔥

Fireside supper is an annual tradition led by the Wimberley Institute of Cultures where our members and their guests come together for a good time.

As in previous years, we will have our community gather around the wood fires and enjoy an evening around neighbors, friends, and local musicians!

This event is 𝐁𝐘𝐎𝐁, delicious chili is donated by volunteers, and we will have tamales as well. The cost for this event is $15.

Not a member yet? Become a member today!! Membership is only $35 for individuals and $50 for couples.

Learn more: https://www.wimwic.org/membership/

Hello Wimberley 👋 the Wimberley Museum needs you! Your support CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

https://www.wimwic.org/membership/

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Our organization was formed to research and educate the public about the cultural and natural history of the Wimberley Valley. Your support will help us continue WITH important projects such as the ongoing care and operation of the Winters-Wimberley House, the Wimberley Museum, and the newly restored Wimberley-Hughes House.

This Saturday is Market days. A great opportunity to discover local vendors in our lovely town.

First Saturdays of the month also represent a great opportunity to stop by the Wimberley museum and learn more about the history of our town! 📚

The museum will be open with our docents from 10AM - 4PM


Photo credit: Wimberley Market Days - Lions Club

We earned nonprofit of the month! ✨

Thank you KWVH 94.3 Wimberley Valley Radio and Byron Eckols for recognizing us!!

The purpose of the Wimberley Institute of Cultures is to foster interest in the historical, natural and cultural resources of the Wimberley Valley through educational and social programs involving both young and adult members of the community.

Learn more about us at wimwic.org

Our Harvest Moon is in full swing… stay tuned for more pictures!

📚 Did you know? The Wimberley Institute of Cultures (WIC) has a rich history dating back to the Texas Sesquicentennial in 1986?
WIC played a significant role in organizing events like the formerly know Bluebonnet Ball, now known as the Harvest Moon Dance.

Be part of our long-standing tradition and purchase your tickets to attend this Sunday, October, 29.

https://www.wimwic.org/harvest-moon-dance/

Harvest moon is right around the corner! Time to dust off the boots and get to the dance floor!

We also have prepared an amazing silent auction for y'all!! Come on out and support the Wimberley Museum and our annual dinner and dance!

Get your tickets at: https://www.wimwic.org/harvest-moon-dance/

Our reception to recognize Theresa Vincent is in full-swing!

Stop by and say hi to the selected artist to give life to our new mural portraiting your story, our story, Wimberley’s story!! We’ll be here until 6PM.

The magic of the Wimberley Valley goes beyond recorded history. Those of us who live here now, are happy to tell the story of our town -the first written and remembered history of Wimberley dates from the 1800s.

Wimberley started as a trading post settlement near Cypress Creek in 1848, the year Hays County was organized. After William Carvin Winters built a gristmill at the site in 1856, it took on the name “Winters’ Mill”. After Winters’ death in 1864, successive resident millers were his son-in-law, John Cude, and in 1874, Pleasant Wimberley, whose successful management lasted over 20 years.

Come and visit our Wimberley Valley Museum, the story starts here!

We had a very successful walking tour today as part of StoryFest! We had the fortune of guiding 13 folks on the tour, who were all very impressed with the information they received.
We want to recognize our amazing volunteers & docents who made this such a success as well as give a shoutout to Dos Olivos Markets for providing us with a much-needed water rest stop.

THANK YOU:
W-W House guided by David Glenn and Gary Barchfeld
Zach House guided by Suzanne Gordon
Walking Tour guided by Matt Meeks
Saunders Store & Pyland Blacksmith Location guided by Alan Marburger
Saunders Home guided by Diane Stewart
Wimberley Christian Church guided by Gary Fine, Pastor

Thank you everyone for a great tour. If you missed it and want to learn more about our town visit wimwic.org

Our town was recently highlighted in an article by Travel + Leisure

From the Blue Hole Regional Park to Lodging, Restaurants, and a dedicated history museum, our town has it all! ✨🏞️

If you are dreaming of a charming Texan getaway, look no further than Wimberley, Texas! To learn more about the history of our town, we recommend visiting the Wimberley Valley Museum. Our museum it's open every day from 10 AM - 4 PM and it offers docents on the first Saturday of each month & the Friday before that day.

Read the full article > https://www.travelandleisure.com/guide-to-wimberley-texas-8348357

This Texas Hill Country Town Is Home to Natural Swimming Holes, Wineries, and 50 Giant Cowboy Boots Here’s how to plan a picture-perfect trip to Wimberley, Texas.

[CULTURE ME UP SUNDAY] How did Wimberleyville become Wimberley?🧐

Keep on reading to learn more about how we got to be named WIMBERLEY!

🟠Wimberley started as a trading post settlement near Cypress Creek in 1848, the year Hays County was organized.

🟢After William Carvin Winters built a gristmill at the site in 1856, it took on the name “Winters’ Mill”. When the mill was sold in 1864 to the Cude family, its name was changed to “Cude’s Mill”.

🔵It was sold again in 1874 to Pleasant Wimberley and took on his name. Over the years, the mill was expanded to process lumber, shingles, flour, molasses, and cotton. The mill is gone, but the Winters-Wimberley house survives.

🟣In 1880, Alfred vom Stein, a postmaster from San Marcos, applied to have a post office established in the community, calling it “Wimberleyville”. The application was granted, but the name was shortened to Wimberley.

Want to learn even more? Come visit us at The Wimberley Museum, located right next to the Wimberley Community Center!

It is time for our Fall Night of Fun!
Tickets now available for the Harvest Moon Dinner, Dance and Silent Auction.
Buy them online or mail a check.
For more info, visit our website:
https://www.wimwic.org/harvest-moon-dance/

Hey everyone! Just wanted to share some great memories from the Wimberley Institute of Cultures membership meeting we had in March. We had a fantastic turnout, and it was so wonderful to see everyone come together. From the delicious food to the engaging discussions, it was a truly memorable evening.

If you haven't already, now is a great time to join or renew your WIC membership. We have so many exciting events and initiatives planned for the coming year, and we'd love for you to be a part of it all.

Thank you to everyone who came out to our March meeting, and we can't wait to see you all again soon!

Click the link to see pictures of our fun night.
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Memories of our March meeting Join or renew your membership today!     Memories of our March Meeting Our captivating speaker, Joe Nick Patoski       Special thanks to Gumbo Chef, Charlie LeCompte Join or renew your WIC membership

Good News!

Wimberley Ace Hardware has designated Wimberley Institute of Cultures as the recipient of their March Round Up at the Register Program!

Please go by Ace to pick up your Spring needs and round your purchase up to the next whole Dollar to benefit WIC.

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Good news! Wimberley Ace Round-Up at the Register Program   Good news! Wimberley Ace Hardware has designated Wimberley Institute of Cultures as the recipient of their March Round Up at the Register Program! Plea

The Annual Wimberley Pie Social is on April 22, 2023 11am - 3pm. Visit the website to download a Pie Entry Form.
https://www.wimwic.org/pie-social/

WIC Annual Business Meeting & Dinner
Monday, January 23, 2023
Buy your dinner tickets today.
Don't forget to join or renew your membership to WIC.

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WIC Annual Business Meeting & Dinner Renew your WIC membership today!     The Wimberley Institute of Cultures 2023 Annual Business Meeting & Dinner Monday, January 23, 2023 Wimberley Community Center 14068 RR 12 Wimberley Texas 78676 Doo

Interested in serving on the WIC board?

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Interested in serving on our board? Volunteer today! Interested in Serving on our Board? 2023 is nearing and our WIC Board will have openings to be filled. “The election of members to vacant positions shall be conducted at the annual me

Harvest Moon Dance is this Sunday, Nov 6th. Don't forget to buy your tickets.
https://www.wimwic.org/harvest-moon-dance/

Calling for Market Day volunteers to benefit WIC

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Calling for Market Day volunteers to benefit WIC Volunteer today!   Calling for Market Day volunteers to benefit WIC     WIC is considering an application to the Wimberley Lions Club for a grant that will be used to cover the cost of increasing secu