Nelda C and HJ Lutcher Stark Foundation

06/01/2026

A little heat safety refresher and a sweet treat to cool off! ☀️🍦Thanks to our team for taking the time to learn, stay safe, and enjoy some ice cream from The Ice Cream Shack, LLC!

05/21/2026

From gardens to galleries to performances and special events, our part-time non-commissioned security officer plays an important role in ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all Stark Cultural Venue guests!

If you’re looking for a flexible and exciting career opportunity visit our website for more details, job requirements, and to apply.

🔗 https://starkculturalvenues.org/about-us/career-opportunities/

05/14/2026

Our team at Shangri La Botanical Gardens is growing, and we’re looking for hardworking, passionate people to help keep our gardens and greenhouses thriving!

We’re hiring for:
🌿 Assistant Manager, Production Greenhouse
🌼 Gardener - Downtown
🌱 Horticulturist

For more details or to apply visit https://starkculturalvenues.org/about-us/career-opportunities/.

05/03/2026

04/16/2026

Thank you for 40 years of dedication, Earnest! You will be greatly missed by all. Wishing you a relaxing and well-deserved retirement!

04/09/2026

Happy 409 Day! 🍊🎉

Across Stark Cultural Venues, we strive to support local, not just for cookies but whenever we can. Today we shared cookies from Cakes Plus Mauriceville Texas with our staff to spread the word and celebrate the businesses that make our community so special. 🧡

03/11/2026

On Monday, March 2nd, staff from all venues rolled up their sleeves and spent the day cleaning up trash along Adams Bayou. It was a great reminder that when we come together, we can make a real difference and have a little fun while doing it! 🌿🗑️

We are so proud of our team and grateful for employees who care about our venues, our community, and each other.

Want to be part of our awesome team? Check out our current job openings below!
🔗 https://starkculturalvenues.org/about-us/career-opportunities/

02/28/2026

Today marks the 65th anniversary of the Nelda C and HJ Lutcher Stark Foundation. In 1961, H.J. Lutcher Stark and his wife, Nelda C. Stark, established the Foundation as a nonprofit corporation to be operated exclusively for charitable and educational purposes. ⁠
⁠The Stark Foundation seeks to continue the legacy of its founders through the programs of: ⁠
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🖼️ Stark Museum of Art
🏠 The W.H. Stark House
🌿 Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center
🎭 Frances Ann Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts⁠
📖 The Miriam Lutcher Stark Contest in Reading and Declamation⁠
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Programming is designed to create, and build upon, an appreciation within the community for the fine arts, Stark family history, the performing arts, environmental stewardship and public speaking. Happy 65th Anniversary to the Stark Foundation!

12/17/2025

Thank you 7 Brew Coffee for treating our Shangri La Botanical Gardens, Stark Museum of Art, The W.H. Stark House, and Lutcher Theater employees to delicious coffees & lemonades. It was just the afternoon pick-me-up they needed during this busy holiday season! Get ready to welcome them to our community - they open 12/29! ☕️🍊