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Sweet Mustang Memories: A Tree Worth Celebrating!

This holiday season, the Friends of the Irving Museums have decked the halls of the Irving Arts Center with our unique tree, Sweet Mustang Memories, for the 32nd Annual Holiday Tree Exhibition. Inspired by the "Sweet Dreams of Christmas" theme, our tree celebrates the cherished 40th anniversary of the iconic Mustangs of Las Colinas sculpture by Robert Glen, adorned with community memories, rustic, country-inspired décor, and horse-themed accents.


Catch the magic in person from Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 5 p.m., at the Irving Arts Center galleries. Or, view and vote for your favorite tree online via Irving Arts Center’s Instagram and Facebook pages. Every “like” on our tree brings us closer to winning a cash prize that will directly support the important work of the museums in Irving, including the

Irving Archives and Museum.


Don't miss this chance to revel in the holiday spirit and champion our museums!


Gather your friends, enjoy the beautifully decorated trees and help us turn Sweet Mustang Memories into a winner.

History in Bloom at Bear Creek

April 17, 2026
History in Bloom is a family-friendly event at Jackie Townsell Bear Creek Heritage Center, 3925 Jackson St. Join the Irving Department of Arts and Culture for free tours, lawn games, and historical education about one of Dallas County's oldest African American communities. Plus, the Irving-based coffee makers at Hudson Grounds Coffee Co. will be providing FREE coffee and matcha for all who attend! The heritage center includes the Bear Creek Masonic Lodge, the Green House, and the J.O. Davis House. All three sties offer a way to connect with the ongoing story of Bear Creek and the people who helped shape Irving’s cultural landscape.

Tom Landry: A Life in Football

April 9, 2026
Over a 29-year career, Tom Landry led the Dallas Cowboys through 20 consecutive winning seasons, many of them during the team’s years at Texas Stadium in Irving. Experience Tom Landry: A Life in Football through August 9, 2026 at the Irving Archives and Museum!

The Perfect Shot Opens at IAM

April 7, 2026
The Perfect Shot: Walter Iooss Jr., and the Art of Sports Photography Opens at IAM

Smithsonian Curator to Speak on How Spaceflight Is Remembered

April 6, 2026
Innovation, Invention, and Memory: How the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum Preserves How Spaceflight Is Remembered

Second Saturdays at IAM!

April 3, 2026
Second Saturdays at IAM! FREE Admission and FREE Activities for Everyone!

Irving Museums Closed Sunday, April 5, 2026

March 26, 2026

Spring Break at IAM!

March 5, 2026

FREE Docent-Led Tours - First Sundays at 2 pm!

February 3, 2026
Join Us at IAM for Docent-Led Tours on the First Sunday of Every Month at 2 pm! FREE ADMISSION & FREE TOUR!

GET YOUR ICONIC IRVING T-SHIRT—SUPPORT THE BIG STATE SIGN PROJECT!

January 31, 2026
Friends of the Irving Museum is excited to launch the Iconic Irving T-Shirt Fundraiser! For a donation of $35 or more, you’ll receive your very own Iconic Irving T-Shirt—a wearable piece of hometown pride. Every dollar raised goes directly toward giving the beloved Big State sign a permanent home in Heritage Park. This project preserves not just a sign, but a vital piece of Irving’s history and community identity. Click here to learn how to get yours!

Talk with the Artist - January 31st at 1 pm!

January 30, 2026