Museum of Fine Arts Houston

Museum of Fine Arts Houston is a art museum Houston located in United States.

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    (713) 639-7300

  • Website

    mfah.org

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Address

1001 Bissonnet St Houston , TX 77005 United States

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Gerry Manacsa

The MFA folks don't allow bike parking on the railings and poles around the campus. You'll find a bike rack hidden in the parking garage or you can store it at the coat check in the Beck Building.

Fodor's Travel

The MFAH covers world cultures, including art of the Americas, Asia, Africa, and Europe. Be sure to check out the sculpture garden with works by Rodin, Matisse, and Giacometti. Read more

Rebecca Raia

It's a fine fine arts museum . I look forward to seeing their massive Latin American Art collection which is currently not on view . Their movies program is awesome!

Jimena Terlakis

Try to spend at least one whole morning/afternoon here. The collection is quite complete and the temporal expositions I guess they’re always a surprise. I’d get the membership if I lived in Houston!

Kaustubh Thirumalai

This is an intriguing museum with an excellent international collection to offer! Recommended!

Flavia Freitas

For all art lovers out there definitely a must go when in Houston! Vast selection! Ron Mueck's exhibit is definitely something else! What a talent! Amazing work!

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Web Developer Rachel: "I've always liked art museums , and the MFAH is definitely one of my new favorites. It helps that you can also go see films here if you don't feel like walking around."

Joshua Maw

Go on a thursday - it’s free! Bit of a mixed bag of stuff, no real identity/theme but quality of the exhibits is v high. There are better museums in Europe (obviously) but pretty amazing for Houston.

Marion D

If you only have a couple of hours, spend them in the Audrey Jones Beck building. Antiquities and American art on 1st floor. Permanent collection of European art on 2nd floor.

Blair Allen

Ever wondered what it would be like to be rich? Wander around the MFAH, pretend you’re decorating a mansion, and pick your fav works of art . Pro tip: On Thursdays, museum entry is free!

Blair Allen

 Ever wondered what it would be like to be rich? Wander around the MFAH, pretend you’re decorating a mansion, and pic your fav works of art . Pro tip: On Thursdays, museum entry is free!

Jamie Wagner

The summer armchair movies are a wonderful way to experience exhibits from a round the world without leaving home. Well done documentaries featuring many of the masters.

Luisana Peraza

Definitely if you still have time you have to come over and see the Soto Penetrable it is perfect! Geometry, movement... Just perfection

B. Lewis

Parking lot across from museum fills quickly on weekends & other busy days. Park for free 2 blocks away at Glassell School (5101 Montrose). Bonus?- Cullen Sculpture Garden is on the two-block route.

Dat Chu

Special exhibitions that bring art pieces from around the world to Houston. The underground tunnel has a light panel that can be used for cool photograph effect.

DJ Scoop

One thing Houston is known for is its diversity in Art , and Museum of Fine Arts is the spot where Diversity exists in Art World, Great Spacious Museum , love it when they have their Night Life there.

Lily Erickson

It's an amazing museum !!! I've been coming here since I was a baby and always has the best experiences!!!!!

Kathryn Anderson

If you have kids, take them to Shadow Monsters! On view until Sept 20. So fun. Especially on free Thursday. #shadowmonsters

Jo Dobrowski

Very cool! Lots of artifacts from all around the world. Only made it through one building, though. Definitely plan a couple of hours to make it through.

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Be sure to check out Rodin's work at the sculpture garden across the street from the Law Building. But use this Viator coupon to buy a CityPASS if you're planning a visit. You'll save an extra 7% off! Read more

Marcia Dunsmore

Multiple buildings in the museum complex. Extensive collection The Hockney/ Van Gogh exhibit in 2021 was fantastic

Jonathan Pan

I've been to almost every major museum in the world and I must say the food here at the cafe is the best I've had at any museum

Chris Vega

The tunnel to the contemporary wing is cool. Great select of impressionists and cubists.

Houston Press

2012 Best of Houston Winner: Best Museum Exhibit.Check out more Houston Press Winners here:http://www.houstonpress.com/bestof/ Or go moblie with the free Best Of app

Natalie Henshilwood

The acclaimed traveling exhibition Tutankhamun: The Golden King and the Great Pharaohs features more than 100 artworks, most of which had never been shown in the United States prior to this tour !

Unholy Undead

Surprisingly big. There are tons of great pieces, even some by the masters here and there. A must see in the city .

Houston Press

2012 Best of Houston Winner: Best Art Museum . Check out more Houston Press Winners here:http://www.houstonpress.com/bestof/ Or go moblie with the free Best Of app

Andres Elizondo

The base museum offerings are worth the price of admission , with the traveling exhibits added on for the more curious.

Manuel Flores

Went for the Sculpted in Steel show (which was great) but also enjoyed just walking though the seeing the art work.

Arce Duarte

Students get reduced admission , if your an art student and have an assignment, sometimes you can get in for free with your student ID.

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As mentioned, here's "Walking Man" by Auguste Rodin on display at the Cullen Sculpture Garden . Admission is included, and it's just across Bissonnet St from the main Beck & Law gallery buildings.

Laura Helfrich

Save big bucks with the CityPass for 5 venues... The Cafe Express restaurant is a tasty part of the MFAH as well ! Don't forget to walk the 'tunnel ' between the two buildings :D

Ricardo Hernandez

Great collection of European art : from Van Eycks to Rembrandts, Degas, Picassos and one Hopper.

Eric Barnett

Make sure you do the audio tour . Totally worth it. You get so much more out of the museum .

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Thursday is the best day to explore the museum . Free admission , open until 9 p.m. and often has gallery talks and tours .

LilyRose Guzman

The art is wonderful, many collections from through out history. Workers are also very nice.

Eric Pan

Great collection of art from around the world and good rotating exhibits .

Marc S

For special exhibits , buy your tickets online in advance to secure a convenient time and avoid lines .

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David C

One of the best art museums around with incredible special exhibits

Derek

See a film here on any weekend throughout the year. They're usually a new independent film or a pre-release to a major film . Sometimes they have classic films on show. Find out more at mfah.org/films

Joy Nuño

It is amazing, so big 3 building. It have a secret hallway in the underground

Luisger Lopez

Annual membership will save you tons of $$$!!

HISTORY

Paintings are abundant, but the lovely sculpture garden is also worth viewing . Film buffs love the museum for its weekly showing of classic and foreign films .

Lana Jakovich

Sculpted in steel exhibit was fantastic. Go across the street for cocktails at hotel Zaza.

Jarrod Klawinsky

Free admission on Thursdays. A must stop when in the Museum District

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Javien

Could offer a more diverse exhibit than the usual exhibits every museum has

Matthew Oatway

Excellent facility and great collection. Top notch.

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