Lunch lecture: ‘Bit and Spur Makers of the Texas Tradition’

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The ‘Bit and Spur Makers of the Texas Tradition’ is this Friday February 7. Courtesy photo, used with permission.

This week, the Briscoe Western Art Museum is hosting a Lunch Lecture with bits and spurs specialist Kurt House on Friday February 7 from 12p.m. to 1:30p.m. He will be talking about the spur and how it evolved from a European symbol of wealth and power to an essential tool of the cowboy. Co-author of the book “Bit and Spur Makers of the Texas Tradition,” House will share stories about spur makers and how the Texas-made OK spur became one of the most sought-after pieces of cowboy equipment. House’s in-depth knowledge of spurs and bits will give everyone something to chew on during an open-lunch session where attendees can bring their lunch or grab a flavorful bite from Go’Shen Point BBQ food truck on the Briscoe’s campus. The lecture is included in museum admission. (Briscoe Western Art Museum, 2020)

Open daily, admission to The Briscoe Western Art Museum is free for children 12 and under, as well as active duty members of the military and up to four members of their family. Museum admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and students, and $5 for retired military, first responders, educators, firemen and police officers. The museum offers extended hours and free admission every Tuesday from 4p.m. to 9p.m.

Briscoe Western Art Museum
210 W. Market Street
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 299-4499