Big Bear Native American Museum

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Big Bear Native American Museum was built in memory of Leonard J "Big Bear" Beal,a Texan Native.The Museum houses Big Bear & his family's collection of Native American artifacts,and is now home to many treasured historic artifacts for the public to enjoy.

*****ATTENTION***** Due to extreme heat for the rest of the week, the Museum WILL NOT BE OPEN this weekend. This is for...
08/19/2026

*****ATTENTION***** Due to extreme heat for the rest of the week, the Museum WILL NOT BE OPEN this weekend.

This is for the safety our guests, as well as our staff.

We greatly appreciate your visits and wanting to learn more about our museum and the history. We look forward to seeing you soon.

Coming up September 17-20, 2026Sand and Saddle Music Fest & Trail Ride!
08/14/2026

Coming up September 17-20, 2026
Sand and Saddle Music Fest & Trail Ride!

CONGRATULATIONS to our own Native American Director Michael “Choctaw Rose” on his recognition in the July issue of the C...
08/14/2026

CONGRATULATIONS to our own Native American Director Michael “Choctaw Rose” on his recognition in the July issue of the Choctaw Nation Newspaper!! We thank Michael for all he does to keep his traditions alive!!

Out of abundance of caution for our guests and volunteers alike, WE WILL NOT BE OPEN if the heat index is going to be ab...
07/28/2026

Out of abundance of caution for our guests and volunteers alike, WE WILL NOT BE OPEN if the heat index is going to be above 103 degrees. This is for our guests and volunteer safety alike. We love that you choose to visit our museum. However, WE ARE AN OUTDOOR museum!
If you have any questions, or concerns, please call 580-319-8396 (JJ). She will be more than happy to assist you!

JJ, our newest staff member wrote this a few weeks ago. It has some depth and meaning behind it. Bison should always be...
06/26/2026

JJ, our newest staff member wrote this a few weeks ago. It has some depth and meaning behind it. Bison should always be protected. They have a profound impact on not just us, but our land alike. If you are interested in your own copy of this poem for your home, stop by and see us!

06/26/2026

Everyone, please join us in welcoming our newest staff member, JJ, to the Big Bear Museum.

JJ was born and raised in East Texas, and has been in customer service, sales, and hospitality for over 20 years. She just recently graduated with a degree in Agriculture and Business.

JJ also just recently found out she has Native American Heritage and is Cherokee.

JJ is going to be a great asset to the museum and people alike!

Can't wait for you to come out and meet her!

Way to go Michael W Rose
05/21/2026

Way to go Michael W Rose

04/12/2026
Incredible!
04/03/2026

Incredible!

Address

101 Chisholm Trail
Cleburne, TX
76033

Opening Hours

Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

Telephone

+12549980261

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