Museums in Houston

5216 Montrose Blvd. Montrose

713-284-8250

The Contemporary Arts Museum Houston's motto is "Always fresh, always free." Located in the museum district, the CAMH is a bit like the edgier, cheaper little sibling of its neighbor the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. There's no permanent collection housed in the strange metallic parallelogram of a building, but there is a fantastic rotating roster of some of the best contemporary works in a variety of media, from the international to the regional.

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The Health Museum

1515 Hermann Downtown/ Midtown

713-521-1515

Health, Organic, Specialties, Museums, Best Of, Sponsor, Slideshow

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The Heritage Society

1100 Bagby St. Downtown/ Midtown

713-655-1912

Community Venues, Museums, Sponsor

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Holocaust Museum Houston

5401 Caroline Third Ward

713-942-8000

Museums, Sponsor

1 event 8 articles

Houston Museum of African American Culture

4807 Caroline St. Third Ward

713-353-1578

Art Galleries, Museums, Sponsor

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Houston Museum of Natural Science

5555 Hermann Park Dr. Kirby-West U

713-639-4629

Museums, Best Of, Sponsor, Slideshow, Readers' Choice

Houston was once home to AstroWorld, amusement park extraordinaire. Sadly, AstroWorld is gone, but we still have a world-class family entertainment facility – the Houston Museum of Natural Science. Wait, wait, yes, it's a museum, but it's not the kind where you have to whisper and the exhibits are safely tucked behind velvet ropes. Here, kids are encouraged to talk and touch, even to squeal with delight, if they are so moved. Blending education with entertainment, the museum presents a variety of permanent shows and a year-round schedule of touring exhibitions, including world-famous (and not particularly cheap) exhibits like Titanic and Body Worlds. The in-house Wortham IMAX theater is worth it for the trip alone -- ditto the Burke Baker Planetarium and the Cockrell Butterfly Center.

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Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

1001 Bissonnet Kirby-West U

713-639-7300

Art Galleries, Community Venues, Museums, Best Of, Sponsor, Slideshow

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Rice University Art Gallery

6100 Main St. Kirby-West U

713-348-0000

Bars and Clubs, Art Galleries, Museums, Performing Arts Venues, Best Of, Sponsor

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1859 St. Joseph's Church

2202 Ave. K Galveston

806-236-0715

Historic Landmarks, Museums, Music Venues, Religion and Spirituality

Under the direction of Bishop John Odin, the first Catholic Bishop of Texas, St. Joseph's Church was built in 1859 by German immigrants to feel the need for the growing German-Speaking Catholic population of Galveston at that time. The first German Catholic Church in Texas and the oldest wooden church building in Galveston, visitors appreciate the church's simple rectangular Gothic-revival structure, square bell tower with trefoil window, and the original, elaborate hand-carved altars and altar statues inside. Plaster Stations of the Cross with German inscriptions dating back to the early 1900s line the walls, and other original furnishings include the cedar pews, the Baptismal font, and the confessional booth. The local Catholic diocese still owns the church, but it was desanctified and closed in 1968 due to its then-dwindling congregation. Shortly thereafter, the Galveston Historical Foundation came in and leased the church, recovering and reinstalling most of the original furnishings the church had sold at auction upon closing. Today the Foundation continues to maintain and work on restoring the church, opening it up to the public for several events throughout the year. Since 2010, as a unique way for the public to experience the property, the foundation has brought in musicians to perform live on occasion, with acoustic performances sounding especially good in this structure that was designed to carry sound without the aid of electric amplification.

1892 Bishop's Palace

1302 Broadway, Galveston Galveston

806-236-0715

Historic Landmarks, Museums, Music Venues

Currently listed among the Top 100 most significant buildings in the United States by the American Institute of Architects, this huge ornate sandstone and granite Victorian-style house was built by Galveston architect Nicholas J. Clayton between 1887 and 1892 for attorney, entrepreneur, and Civil War Veteran Colonel Walter Gresham, who relocated to Galveston from Virginia after the war with his wife Josephine, with whom he later had nine children. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Galveston bought the house in 1923 to be used as the residence of Bishop Christopher E. Byrne (hence the name), with the Sacred Heart Church situated across the street. The house was opened up to the public in 1963 when the diocese offices were moved to Houston. The Galveston Historical Foundation bought the mansion in 2013 and offers daily guided basement to attic tours and self-guided audio tours to visitors; it is also currently restoring the building at a cost of $300,000. Texas singer-songwriter David Garza filmed a music video for his song “Texas Is My Hometown” while walking through Bishop's Palace, and the Foundation has recently scheduled musician Jamie Lin Wilson of the Trishas for a rare acoustic performance at the mansion; we hope to see more musicians scheduled to play the Palace in the future.

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1940 Air terminal Museum Hanger

8233 Travilair St. Pearland

713-454-1940

Historic Landmarks, Museums

The 1940 Air Terminal Museum

8325 Travelair St. Outer Loop - SE

713-454-1940

Museums, Best Of, Slideshow

There was a time when air travel was not a giant pain in the ass. When you went to sleek terminals that reeked of the romantic adventure of flying, where you walked out to your plane and up one of those stairway ramps past the propellers, where there wasn't a sneaker search or a Starbucks in sight. You can still get a whiff of that time at the old terminal at Hobby Airport, which sits in all its Art Deco glory off to the side of the massive operation that's there now. The museum inside isn't exactly designed for the ADD-wracked video-game crowd, but it's a charming glimpse into the past.

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1940 Sears Building

2228 Broadway Galveston

Museums

9 Natives Showcase Garden at the Houston Museum of Natural Science

5555 Hermann Park Drive Downtown/ Midtown

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Museums

The Alta Arts

5412 Ashbrook Dr. Outer Loop - SW

713-213-7455

Art Galleries, Community Venues, Museums

The Alta Arts is a newly created 501(c)3 charitable organization and interdisciplinary art center dedicated to creating variegated and dynamic programming that engages our diverse communities and provides opportunities for artists, performers, students and more. Founded in 2020, the organization occupies the former studio of famed Houston architect Victor A. Lundy. Our mission is to enhance a region of scarcity in the as well as educating the general public.

Art Car Museum

140 Heights Blvd. Heights

713-861-5526

Art Galleries, Museums, Best Of, Slideshow

Dedicated to motorized, rolling folk art.

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The Art Colony

5313 Chenevert St. Downtown/ Midtown

713-714-6454

Adult, Museums, Promotional

Join us for the unveiling of the amazing and one-of-a-kind show at the Art Colony. We are having an event next Thursday, October 20th at three new modern homes we just listed in the Museum District that has an amazing lighting effect that is one of the most unique in the nation.

Art Museum of Southeast Texas

500 Main St., Beaumont Outside Houston

409-832-3432

Museums

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ARTECHOUSE Houston

600 W 6th Street Heights

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Museums

Ashton Villa House Museum and Heritage Visitors' Center

2328 Broadway Galveston

409-762-3933

Museums, Community Venues

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The Austin Steam Train Association

401 E. Jackson Street, Burnet, TX 78611, Burnet Austin

866-468-7630

Museums

Burnet, Texas (September 29-October 1)— All aboard! Thomas the Tank Engine invites little engineers to join him for a day of friendship and family fun at Day Out with Thomas: The Friendship Tour 2017. Children everywhere can spend the day with their friend Thomas when the #1 Engine pulls into Burnet on September 29-October 1. Day Out with Thomas: The Friendship Tour 2017 is presented by Mattel. This fun-filled event offers children and their families the opportunity to take a ride with Thomas the Tank Engine, star of the popular Thomas & Friends™ series. In addition, they will meet Sir Topham Hatt, Controller of the Railway and enjoy a day of Thomas-themed activities. The tour, now in its 22nd year, will make 42 stops across the U.S. and Canada and is expected to welcome nearly one million passengers in 2017. WHO: Thomas the Tank Engine WHAT: • A 25-minute (approximate) ride with a talking Thomas the Tank Engine • A Meet & Greet with Sir Topham Hatt, Controller of the Railway • A Thomas & Friends Imagination Station featuring a variety of activities • Fun, friendship themed activities including crafts, photo opps, friendship bracelet giveaways, and more • Storytelling, video viewing and live music (RR to Confirm All Details) WHEN: September 29- October 1 TIME: Train Departures from 8:30am- 5:40pm daily WHERE: 401 E. Jackson Street, Burnet, TX 78611 Tickets for Day Out with Thomas: The Friendship Tour 2017 are on sale now and available by calling Ticketweb toll-free 866-468-7630, or by visiting www.ticketweb.com/dowt. Ticket prices start at $20 for ages 2 and up (service charges and fee may apply). For more information and directions, visit the Austin Steam Train Association at www.austinsteamtrain.org. For information on Thomas & Friends, visit www.thomasandfriends.com Follow Thomas & Friends on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thomasandfriends and Twitter @ThomasFriends. #DayOutWithThomas

Blaffer Art Museum

4173 Elgin St. Third Ward

713-743-9528

Museums, Best Of

The Blaffer, the University of Houston's foremost gallery, sticks to its mission of forwarding understanding of cutting-edge contemporary art through exhibits and special engagements. The facility, located on the UH main campus in Third Ward, offers both students and the general public completely free access to its exhibits and programs.

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The Bryan Museum

1315 21st St. Galveston

409-632-7685

Museums

Organizer's description: The Bryan Museum is home to the world’s largest collection of historical artifacts, documents, and artwork relating to the Southwestern United States.

Buffalo Soldiers National Museum

3816 Caroline Downtown/ Midtown

713-942-8920

Museums

The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum (BSNM) a non-profit 501(c)(3) institution was founded in the year 2000 by a Vietnam veteran and African American military historian, Captain Paul J. Matthews. The museum’s Historian is Dr. Franklin D.B. Jackson, a highly decorated Vietnam veteran. Currently, Major Charles Williams, Historian and former member of the United States Army, serves as the Museum’s Chief Docent. The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum is a proud member of the Houston Museum District. We are the only Museum dedicated primarily to preserving the legacy and honor of the African-American soldier, in the United States of America. The museum is also a proud member of the Greater Houston Conventions and Visitors Bureau, and the Greater Houston Partnership. We are a proud member of the Better Business Bureau. Stop into this historical museum to learn all about the Buffalo Soldiers! Whether you’re a history buff looking to visit on of Houston’s most historical museums or you just want to spend a day having fun and learning something new, the Buffalo Soldiers Museum is great place to visit. Stop by today.

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The Bullock Texas State History Museum

1800 Congress Ave. Austin

512-936-8746

Museums

Nearly 8 million visitors from around the state and all over the world have explored Texas history and culture at the Bullock Texas State History Museum since it opened in 2001. Visit the Bullock Museum to experience ever-changing exhibitions, innovative films, and unique programs and events.

The Center for the Arts & Sciences

400 College Blvd, Clute Outside Houston

979-265-7661

Art Galleries, Community Venues, Museums, Theaters

Owned and operated by the Brazosport Fine Arts Council, The Center for the Arts & Sciences is a 45,000 square foot cultural and educational complex. As the administrative umbrella, the organization has the responsibility of providing performance and exhibit space, as well as marketing and ticket sales, for its permanent residents and partner groups. The Center is considered a prime destination for tourists from around the U.S. and abroad.

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Chappell Hill Historical Society

9220 Poplar, Chappell Hill Outside Houston

979-836-6033

Museums, Parks and Outdoors, Historic Landmarks

Home of The Official State of Texas Bluebonnet Festival as declared by the Texas Legislature.

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Children's Museum of Houston

1500 Binz Third Ward

713-522-1138

Museums, Best Of, Slideshow

Hands-on exhibitions in the areas of science and technology, history and culture, health and human development, and the arts.

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The Children's Museum of Houston

1500 Binz St., Downtown/ Midtown

713-522-1138

Museums

Color Factory

3303 Kirby Dr Kirby-West U

(347) 378-4071

Museums

1 event

Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History

1900 N. Chaparral St. Corpus Christi

361-826-4667

Museums

The Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History recognizes that education goes beyond the classroom to immerse children of all ages into real-world challenges and exploration. Our Museum’s history and science exhibits are a collection of carefully selected representations that are unique to our culture and our surroundings. Our historical collections showcase 500 years of South Texas history.

Cullen Sculpture Garden

6001 Fannin St. Kirby-West U

713-845-1000

Museums, Best Of

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Czech Center Museum Houston

4920 San Jacinto St. Third Ward

713-528-2060

Community Venues, Museums, Services

1 event 3 articles

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Museums in Houston