Expansive art museum housing over 65,000 works from six continents, spanning antiquity to contemporary art, across multiple buildings and tranquil gardens.
General Information
Thursday & Friday: 11am to 9pm
Saturday: 11am to 6pm
Sunday: 12:30pm to 6pm
Closed Monday and Tuesday
Seniors (65+): $20
Youth (13–18): $20
Children (12 & under): Free
Thursday Permanent Collections: Free
Thursday All Access (13+): $10
How to Get There
Take US-59 South, exit Main Street, turn right on Bissonnet Street, and continue to the museum entrance.
Overview
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH) is one of the largest art museums in the country, spread across several buildings and gardens in Houston's Museum District. Its collection totals more than 65,000 works spanning six continents and 6,000 years, from ancient artifacts and Renaissance paintings to contemporary installations.
Founded in 1900, MFAH also hosts world-class temporary exhibitions, film screenings, and lectures, making it easy to spend a half or full day moving between galleries and gardens.
Notable Highlights
- Kinder Building — dedicated to modern and contemporary art
- Cullen Sculpture Garden — a tranquil outdoor garden for a break between galleries
- Global Collections — works spanning six continents and more than 6,000 years of history, from ancient artifacts to cutting-edge installations
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