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Museum of Fine Arts Houston

Museum of Fine Arts Houston

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    Dalene A.
    "Pradas of Spain special exhibit!! Thursdays free admission!!"(7 Tips)
    David C.
    "One of the best art museums around with incredible special exhibits"(4 Tips)
    Arce D.
    "Students get reduced admission"(4 Tips)
    Karen
    "... meal at the Museum's Cafe Express"(3 Tips)
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  • KJ P.
    KJ PriceApril 20, 2018
    Get TIPS® Certified and join the millions of satisfied participants that already enjoy the benefits of TIPS Certification. Go to us: https://www.tipscertified.com
  • Dorian M.heart icon on user image
    Dorian MartinAugust 7, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Amazing displays. Love their periodic book tours!
  • César F.heart icon on user image
    Museum is free on Thursdays! And if you're a student bring your ID.
  • Mandar T.
    Mandar TrivediApril 12, 2015
    Thanks to Shell sponsorship, you can get free general admission on Thursdays.
  • Marsha F.
    Marsha FeskeJuly 19, 2013
    Amazing collections! Be sure to visit Turrell exhibit while it is available!
  • CultureMap Houston
    CultureMap HoustonJuly 14, 2011
    Are you a member? It's one of the best deals in town. Free entry, discounts at the store, monthly socials and art preview events.
  • Clintheart icon on user image
    ClintJuly 10, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Great place to spend some time - always a great visiting exhibit
  • kirsten j.heart icon on user image
    kirsten jordanApril 10, 2016
    I enjoyed the Happy Hour then walking the museum aftetwards.
  • Umang D.
    Umang DesaiJanuary 5, 2012
    Try to get the free parking across the street. If you can't get that, bring a Student ID to get a nice discount.
  • Camila C.heart icon on user image
    Camila CahhFebruary 9, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    You always can see little of world here!
  • Social N.
    Social News NetworkJune 26, 2012
    Be sure to go on Thursday after 4 PM. They are open late and admission is free!
  • PiiNk H.heart icon on user image
    PiiNk HollinsAugust 9, 2012
    Has a cafe express in the bottom level of the building. And the museum is free on Thursdays!
  • David Bryan R.heart icon on user image
    David Bryan RamosJanuary 23, 2015
    Everyone should visit this museum. It's free every thursday!!!
  • Augustine V.heart icon on user image
    Augustine VNovember 11, 2016
    The Mixed Media parties are the best!
  • Rene L.heart icon on user image
    Rene LopezFebruary 25, 2020
    19 usd worth if you get with a couple of hours.
  • Matt F.heart icon on user image
    Matt FMay 6, 2022
    Post impressionist art is amazing.
  • Christina H.heart icon on user image
    Christina HarrisonOctober 16, 2016
    Great museum - Harrison AC & Heat
  • Marniheart icon on user image
    MarniOctober 20, 2014
    Excellent collection and free on Thursdays.
  • Cristian S.
    Cristian SebastianOctober 20, 2017
    Awesome, I was there when Miguel Migs was there playing.
  • Michael B.heart icon on user image
    Michael BellJuly 29, 2017
    The foyer itself is a work of art!
  • Maribiliz I.heart icon on user image
    Maribiliz IrizarryJune 3, 2018
    This place is huge! Really good exhibitions!
  • Rachel M.
    Rachel MercerMay 24, 2011
    If you're a student anywhere be sure to bring your ID, there's significant discounts for visiting exhibits!
  • Miriam G.heart icon on user image
    Miriam GoldmanApril 5, 2015
    Go for the art, stay for a film.
  • Dora
    DoraJuly 23, 2010
    Ask for a Family Pack at the front desk – it’s filled with art appreciation games and hands-on activities. Powered by ParentsConnect.com
  • Karina K.
    Karina KingOctober 19, 2012
    Excellent. Go as much as you can and get as much info as possible.
  • Samantha Maeheart icon on user image
    Samantha MaeJuly 19, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Free admission on Thursdays! Thanks Shell!
  • Ashley E.heart icon on user image
    Ashley EJuly 9, 2016
    The Audrey Antique was Breathtaking!
  • 1000Museums, Inc
    1000Museums, IncSeptember 30, 2011
    Check out the LIfe & Luxury exhibit that opened 9/18/11. It's great!
  • Plaza Museum D.heart icon on user image
    Wish you could experience this everyday?? Now you can! Just move to The Plaza right down the street!
  • Sridhar R.
    Sridhar RaoMarch 17, 2012
    The exhibits are always interesting and easy to understand
  • Michael B.
    Michael B.August 1, 2012
    This is a nice place 2 go 2 & look @ fine art in Houston.
  • Billy O.heart icon on user image
    Billy OvallesOctober 11, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Bring headphones along with your cellphone for access to the free audioguides Read more
  • Mauricio M.
    Mauricio MarinNovember 17, 2014
    Houston cinema arts festival
  • Dalene A.heart icon on user image
    Dalene AnnDecember 27, 2012
    Pradas of Spain special exhibit!! Thursdays free admission!!
  • Tyson B.
    Tyson BramerJune 14, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    It's free on Thursdays after 4 PM, so get here now!
  • Karen
    KarenMarch 4, 2010
    It's HUGE. Enjoy the art, special collections, a movie,and even a tasty meal at the Museum's Cafe Express
  • Carolina C.
    Lone Star - North Harris and St. Thomas students have free admission. Just show the student ID
  • Martin L V.heart icon on user image
    Martin L VargasFebruary 17, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Take your time and immerse yourself in art
  • Margaret C.
    Margaret CampbellApril 18, 2012
    Beautiful and unusual collection of Egyptomania in MFAH "law" building
  • ELS Language Centers
    ELS Language CentersApril 13, 2012
    25 miles from ELS - free on Thursdays from 10am - 9 pm. www.MFAH.org
  • Haloise R.heart icon on user image
    Haloise ReddingAugust 21, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Free on Thursdays 10am-9pm
  • Herbert Steel A.
    Herbert Steel A.April 29, 2011
    Be sure to check the Carlos Cruz-Diez: Color in Space and Time through July 4th
  • Sushil R.
    Sushil RajaJuly 21, 2012
    Tunnel connecting buildings is quite cool
  • Leah J.heart icon on user image
    Leah JohnsonApril 30, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Make sure to check out the Wilson Tunnel! Changes colors too!
  • Sachin S.heart icon on user image
    Sachin ShahSeptember 19, 2016
    Kusama exhibit was very interesting
  • Todd H.heart icon on user image
    Todd HammondApril 30, 2016
    See the Sculpted in Steel exhibit!
  • Pepe T.
    Pepe TelichDecember 31, 2011
    The Tutankhamun exhibit is worth every penny
  • Ed C.heart icon on user image
    Ed CastilloJanuary 20, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Walk through the tunnel that runs under the street. I never visit without walking there.
  • Megan M.
    Megan MaiselJanuary 13, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    This is my happy place.
  • Nei D.
    Nei DominguesMay 3, 2012
    Free access on Thursdays ! Thanks to Shell !
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