Arts & Culture

Discover Houston's vibrant arts scene — from world-class museums to thriving theater districts and stunning public art installations.

Museum of Fine Arts Houston

One of the largest art museums in the US, the MFAH houses an encyclopedic collection spanning 6,000 years. Two main buildings, a sculpture garden by Isamu Noguchi, and rotating exh...

1001 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX 77005

The Menil Collection

A world-renowned free museum featuring surrealist masterworks, Byzantine artifacts, African art, and contemporary pieces in a Renzo Piano-designed building.

1533 Sul Ross St, Houston, TX 77006

Houston Theater District

The second-largest theater district in the US, home to Houston Ballet, Houston Grand Opera, Alley Theatre, and more at venues like Hobby Center and Jones Hall.

Theater District, Downtown Houston, TX

Buffalo Bayou Park Art Trail

Stretching along Buffalo Bayou, this urban park features public art installations, the Waugh Drive Bat Colony, and a James Turrell Skyspace at the Moody Center.

1800 Allen Pkwy, Houston, TX 77019

Station Museum of Contemporary Art

A gem showcasing provocative contemporary works in a converted warehouse, known for politically and socially engaged exhibitions in the heart of Midtown.

1502 Alabama St, Houston, TX 77004

Asia Society Texas Center

Designed by Yoshio Taniguchi, this striking center hosts exhibitions exploring Asian and Asian-American art, plus cultural programs, films, and lectures.

1370 Southmore Blvd, Houston, TX 77004