Watercolor Painting & Wetlands Exploration in Galveston

Paint outdoors and connect art with hands-on nature learning at the Coastal Heritage Preserve. The program is designed to be accessible to people of all abilities, whether you're new to watercolor or already have art skills.

• Learn the basics of watercolor painting
• Discover how wetlands support wildlife, protect the coast, and keep ecosystems healthy
• Explore permanently preserved coastal prairie and wetlands

What's Included

• All art supplies
• Binoculars to use

Important details

• Ages 12+ only. Children under 16 require an accompanying adult.
• No pets allowed.
• Sign a waiver at check-in.
• Review the American Bird Association Code of Birding Ethics before arriving. Avoid disturbing birds or exposing them to danger, and do not feed wildlife.
• Stay on mowed paths, walk slowly, and talk quietly. Respect other visitors and facility structures, and take your trash with you.
• Park in designated areas and keep vehicles off the trails. Skateboards, bikes, and scooters must remain in parking areas.
• No fishing, hunting, or firearms allowed.
• No alcohol, drugs, smoking, or fires allowed.
• Arrive a few minutes early for check-in.
• Exit the preserve by 7:00 pm; vehicles remaining after that time risk being towed.