O. Henry House and Museum

A very charming (and free) museum right in the heart of downtown. The staff is very knowledgeable and can answer any and all questions about O Henry!

Famous short story writer William Porter , better known as O. Henry, lived here with his wife and children from 1893-95.His story, "The Gift of the Magi," is among the most anthologized works ever.

If you're looking for a free thing to do, here it is. You can fill up a whole 30 minutes if you take your time read about what this brilliant drunkard of a writer was. #ynottravel

Known by the pseudonym "O. Henry," William Sydney Porter began writing stories during a 5 year prison sentence for embezzling money at the First National Bank of Austin. Watch this video for more info Read more

The cottage home of the famed “Gift of the Magi” writer displays many of the writer's belongings, including an unpublished short story .

Cottage home of short-story writer William Sydney Porter (whose pen name was O. Henry) and his family from 1893 to 1895. Museum displays many of the writer's belongings.

Neat historical site . It's worth it to have a docent give you a tour .

Ask the staff about the museum 's yearly "pun-off."