Virtual Class: Saving La Belle
*The event has already taken place on this date: Fri, 07/17/2026
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Event Details
Dive into a Texas-sized story of 17th-century exploration, shipwreck, and discovery! Learn about French explorer René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de la Salle and how he and the ship La Belle reshaped Texas history. With a Museum Educator from the Bullock Museum as your guide, investigate artifacts, uncover the impact of La Belle’s sinking, and explore the remarkable technology used to excavate, preserve, and bring the mystery of this 340-year-old ship to life.
This class is designed for participants in grades K–5. Groups can log in from one location or students can log in individually from home. The registration deadline is July 14. Questions? Please email us at Distance.Learning@thestoryoftexas.com.
Location:
Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701, United States
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The event has already taken place on this date:
07/17/2026
Time:
2pm - 2:45pm
Price:
FREE
Ages
6-8 years 9-12 yearsWeb Service