Lectures at the Petroleum Museum
Brown Bag Lunch and Lecture Series – sponsored by Norma J. McGrew & Hahl Proctor Charitable Trust, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee
The Petroleum Museum’s Brown Bag Lunch and Lectures give our community the chance to visit with authors, scientists, artists, and historians who recount the petroleum industry’s beginning, present, and future, along with topics of local and historical interest. These lectures are sponsored by Norma J. McGrew & Hahl Proctor Charitable Trust, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee. Admission is always free. Drinks and dessert are provided.
Tuesday, September 9 – Kathy Shannon, Black Gold & Bold Visions: 50 Years of the Petroleum Museum
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
As the Petroleum Museum celebrates 50 years of discovery, education, and community, we invite you to a special anniversary edition of our Brown Bag Lunch & Lecture. Join Kathy Shannon as she reflects on the Museum’s visionary beginnings in 1975, sharing the stories of the wildcatters who dreamed it into existence, the people and milestones that fueled its growth, and the bold ideas that continue to guide its mission today.
From preserving the history of the Permian Basin to creating hands-on learning experiences that inspire future innovators, the Museum’s journey is one of passion, perseverance, and progress. Come celebrate our rich history and be part of the legacy that makes the Petroleum Museum a place for all generations.
Free admission.
Desserts & drinks provided.
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