2023 by the numbers

• Welcomed it’s three millionth visitor.
• 20% of attendees used the “Museums for All” initiative which grants families who are receiving food assistance discounted general admission rates.
• 134,000 visitors experienced its Dream Tomorrow Today traveling exhibit — currently on its way to British Colombia.
• 8,575 people were impacted through its outreach programs.

What’s to come in 2024...

• Mission: Astronaut | Saturday, Feb. 17-Sunday, March 28 | This space-themed exhibit will feature a NASA live stream of Earth from the International Space Station along with Cinematic Space Projections. Participants will be tackling STEM challenges and simulate space missions.
• Dogs! A Science Tail | June 1-Sept. 2 | Coming this summer, the event will explore the relationship between dogs + their owners, where our furry friends come from, and how to care for our companions.

...and beyond

• Shop Sustainable | Wednesday, Jan. 24 | 6 p.m. | The Holm Studio SATX, 215 Coca-Cola Place Ste. 216, San Antonio | $16 | Discover the importance of ethical sustainability through fashion, education, and empowerment at this DreamWeek event.
• Sushi & Sake Party | Wednesday, Jan. 24 | 6:30 p.m. | Central Market, 4821 Broadway, San Antonio | $75 | Learn to make rice for your next roll and how to pair sake with sushi at this 21+ even.
• Mastering Product Photography | Wednesday, Jan. 24 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Digital Pro Lab, 10103 San Pedro Ave., San Antonio | $30 | Take a class with professional photographer Noel Hernandez and master the art of product photography.

• Job Fair | Thursday, Jan. 25 | 10 a.m.-7 p.m. | JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa, 23808 Resort Pkwy., San Antonio | Free | Explore more than 100 new full-time, part-time, and seasonal associate opportunities for this local resort + spa.
• Casa Amigos Dinner | Thursday, Jan. 25 | 5-9 p.m. | Aldaco’s Stone Oak, 20079 Stone Oak Pkwy., San Antonio | $65 | Enjoy a three-course meal paired with three tequila-based cocktails.
• “Descendants: The Musical” Purple Cast | Thursday, Jan. 25 | 7 p.m. | Woodlawn Theatre, 1920 Fredericksburg Rd., San Antonio | $10 | See the musical based on the legacies of famous Disney heroes, villains, and princesses.

• CPS Energy entered a long-term power purchase agreement with Genesis Consolidated Industries Holdings for a 150 megawatt-producing solar farm in Caldwell County. The solar project will help the energy needs of San Antonians for 25 years and is set to power up in summer 2025.

• The Magik Theatre announced its new production “Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical!” for select dates between Saturday, Feb. 10 through Sunday, March 17. The play’s kickoff event is on Feb. 10, at 4:30 p.m., featuring live music, pigeons, and a vintage 1966 GMC Dreamliner bus.

• A historic four-bedroom house has gone on the market in the Beacon Hill neighborhood for $450,000. The 3,660 sqft residence at 435 W. Kings Highway features a large foyer with a row of arched windows, Redondo tile floors, and a spacious backyard. Check out the listing.

• Need future dinner plans? Zocca Cuisine d’Italia inside The Westin Riverwalk is hosting a Makers Mark Bourbon Dinner tomorrow at 7 p.m. The event features a three-course Italian menu paired with Makers Mark cocktails. Sound like your vibe? Tickets are on sale for $103.

• Earlier this week we told you about how the Alamo City was named the “Best Place to Live for Moviemakers 2024,” and we asked if you had a favorite movie moment that was shot here. Reader James G. shared “The Getaway” with us and features a scene on the River Walk.

• It’s almost time y’all. The Texas Tulip farm located north of Dallas in Pilot Point is teasing a Spring reopening projected for the end of February. This is your sign to get that Instagrammable moment or maybe propose to that special someone. There’s a $5 entrance fee per person.