Mexic-Arte Museum

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Key Info

419 Congress Ave.

Price & Hours

$8 for adults; $1 for children 12 and younger
Mon-Thurs 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Fri-Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Sun Noon-5 p.m.

Details

Museums
Time to Spend: 1 to 2 hours

Museum Overview

The Mexic-Arte Museum is dedicated to preserving Mexican, Latinx, and Latin American art and culture, including contributions from Texas-based artists. It houses a permanent collection of over 5,000 contemporary pieces, ranging from photographs and sculptures to decorative arts and Mexican dance masks, along with works from local artists. Additionally, the museum hosts various theatrical and musical performances throughout the year.

Visitor Impressions

Recent visitors have found the museum to be a delightful surprise, often recommending a stop at the eclectic gift shop. Many reviewers described the museum as "small, but mighty," with most noting that it took approximately one hour to explore the entire collection.

Location

Located on downtown's Congress Avenue, the museum is just a few blocks south of The Driskill.

Hours

The Mexic-Arte Museum is open daily with the following schedule:

  • Monday through Thursday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Sunday: Noon to 5 p.m.

Tickets

Admission prices are as follows:

  • Adults: $8
  • Students and senior citizens: $5
  • Children 12 and younger: $1

Sunday offers free admission. Metered street parking is available along 5th Street, Congress Avenue, and the nearby blocks. The museum is also accessible via bus routes 801 and 803, and it is about a five-block walk from the Downtown MetroRail station. For more details, visit the Mexic-Arte Museum's official website.

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