The city's finest collection of art objects, paintings and sculpture is
accredited by the American Association of Museums. Among the superb displays is
the Finnigan collection of ancient art from Egypt, Greece and Rome. The Straus
collection features Renaissance paintings and bronzes. Visitors also will find
Native American art of the Southwest; Frederic Remington's robust masterpieces;
native arts from Africa, Australia and South Pacific; and a special Junior
Gallery with changing exhibits that appeal to youngsters. Open 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Tue.–Wed., 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Thu., 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Fri.–Sat. and 12:15–7 p.m. Sun.
Fee. 1001 Bissonnet. www.mfah.org.
The Cullen Sculpture Garden, displaying fine sculpture outdoors, is
across from the museum. Open 10 a.m.–10 p.m.
City: Houston
Region: Gulf Coast
With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular attractions to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
City: Canyon
Region: Panhandle Plains
Lakes near Dallas
City: Dallas
Region: Prairies and Lakes
Lake Conroe Park
City: Conroe
Region: Piney Woods
Galveston Island Beach
City: Galveston
Region: Gulf Coast
Lakes near San Antonio
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains
Devil’s Backbone
City: Wimberley
Region: Hill Country
Balmorhea State Park
City: Balmorhea
Region: Big Bend Country
