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FILL YOUR CULTURAL CALENDAR 365 DAYS A YEAR Hours of operation and free times for all museums are subject to change. Please check the museum websites for the most up-to-date information. ALWAYS FREE Asia Society Texas Center (all spaces except Louisa Stude Sarofim Gallery) Contemporary Arts Museum Houston DiverseWorks Houston Center for Contemporary Craft Houston Center for Photography The Jung Center Lawndale Art Center The Menil Collection Moody Center for the Arts Rothko Chapel SPECIFIC FREE TIMES Buffalo Soldiers National Museum FREE Thursday 1pm-5pm Children’s Museum of Houston FREE Thursday 5pm-8pm Czech Center Museum Houston FREE last Monday of the month Noon-4pm The Health Museum FREE Thursday 2pm-7pm Holocaust Museum Houston FREE Sunday Noon-5pm Houston Museum of African American Culture FREE Thursday 6pm-8pm Houston Museum of Natural Science Thursday: Check website for FREE hours Houston Zoo FREE First Tuesday of the month 2pm-close (Sept-May only) The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston FREE Thursday 10am-9pm Map and Guide MUSEUMS WALKABLE BIKE-ABLE ZONES 19 4 HOUMUSE.ORG SOMETHING NEW EVERY DAY VISIT. EXPLORE. CONNECT. SHARE. GENEROUS SUPPORT PROVIDED BY: City of Houston The Brown Foundation, Inc. John P. McGovern Foundation Wortham Foundation, Inc. HOUmuseums HOUmuseums HOUmuseums # HouMuse INSPIRATION EDUCATION RECREATION

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FILL YOUR CULTURAL CALENDAR365 DAYS A YEAR

Hours of operation and free times for all museums are subject to change. Please check the museum websites for the most up-to-date information.

ALWAYS FREE

Asia Society Texas Center(all spaces except Louisa Stude Sarofim Gallery)

Contemporary Arts Museum Houston

DiverseWorks

Houston Center for Contemporary Craft

Houston Center for Photography

The Jung Center

Lawndale Art Center

The Menil Collection

Moody Center for the Arts

Rothko Chapel

SPECIFIC FREE TIMES

Buffalo Soldiers National MuseumFREE Thursday 1pm-5pm

Children’s Museum of HoustonFREE Thursday 5pm-8pm

Czech Center Museum HoustonFREE last Monday of the month Noon-4pm

The Health MuseumFREE Thursday 2pm-7pm

Holocaust Museum HoustonFREE Sunday Noon-5pm

Houston Museum of African American CultureFREE Thursday 6pm-8pm

Houston Museum of Natural ScienceThursday: Check website for FREE hours

Houston ZooFREE First Tuesday of the month 2pm-close (Sept-May only)

The Museum of Fine Arts, HoustonFREE Thursday 10am-9pm

Map and Guide

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GENEROUS SUPPORT PROVIDED BY:City of Houston • The Brown Foundation, Inc.John P. McGovern Foundation • Wortham Foundation, Inc.

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WHAT AREZONES?The Museum District is made up of four walkable, bike-able zones to easily navigate the area. Park once and visit several destinations or grab a bicycle at conveniently located BCycle stations and go on tour.

ZONE 1

HOUSTON CENTER FOR PHOTOGRAPHY

ROTHKO CHAPEL

THE MENIL COLLECTION

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DIVERSEWORKS

BUFFALO SOLDIERS NATIONAL MUSEUM

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HOUSTON MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURE

ASIA SOCIETY TEXAS CENTER

HOLOCAUST MUSEUM HOUSTON

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CONTEMPORARY ARTS MUSEUM HOUSTON

THE MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, HOUSTON

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THE HEALTH MUSEUM

HOUSTON MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCE

MOODY CENTER FOR THE ARTS

HOUSTON ZOO

INSPIRATIONEDUCATIONRECREATIONHouston’s Museum District is the largest concentration of cultural institutions in the country. Here you will find a collection of 19 museums, each with its own specialty. The Museum District is a destination with a variety of revolving exhibitions, art collections, performances, film series, and hands-on activities. Brimming with masterpieces, cutting-edge life sciences, history, and the latest contemporary art works, the Museum District offers a wealth of inspiration and education for all ages. Use this map to create your own experience of other cultures, ancient artifacts, history, science, and art. Take time to enjoy the gardens, plazas and delightful food at cafés that can be found at many locations.

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1 ASIA SOCIETY TEXAS CENTER

Experience the splendor of Asian art, film and performance, hear engaging global business and policy perspectives, and experience educational activities for kids of all ages.Viva el esplendor del arte, el cine y el performance asiáticos, escuche atractivas perspectivas globales empresariales y políticas y experimente actividades educativas para niños de todas las edades.

1370 Southmore Blvd.713.496.9901 • asiasociety.org/texasTues-Fri: 11am-6pm Sat & Sun 10am-6pm

2 BUFFALO SOLDIERS NATIONAL MUSEUM

Chronicles the African American military experience in America’s great wars, including the Revo-lutionary War, Spanish American War, WWI, WWII and others.Sirve de crónica a la experiencia militar afroamericana en las grandes guerras estadounidenses (Guerra Revolucionaria, Guerra Hispano-Americana, Primera Guerra Mundial, Segunda Guerra Mundial y otras).

3816 Caroline St. • 713.942.8920 buffalosoldiermuseum.com Mon-Fri: 10am-5pm Sat: 10am-4pm

3 CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF HOUSTON

With 14 galleries bursting with action-packed fun, the Children’s Museum of Houston is America’s No. 1 children’s museum. Can your mind come out to play?™ Con 14 galerías repletas de acción, el Museo de los Niños de Houston es el museo de niños No. 1 en el país.

1500 Binz St. • 713.522.1138 cmhouston.org Tues-Sat: 10am-6pm Thurs: 10am-8pm Sun: Noon-6pm

4 CONTEMPORARY ARTS MUSEUM HOUSTON

Housed in an iconic all-steel parallelogram building, CAMH presents innovative exhibitions by established and emerging artists from around the world.Albergado en una estructura metálica en forma de paralelogramo, el CAMH presenta exposiciones innovadoras creadas tanto por artistas establecidos como por artistas emergentes procedentes de todas partes del mundo.

5216 Montrose Blvd. 713.284.8250 • camh.org Tues, Wed, Fri: 10am-7pm Thurs: 10am-9pm Sat: 10am-6pm Sun: Noon-6pm

5 CZECH CENTER MUSEUM HOUSTON

Elegant baroque architecture offers historical artifacts, tours, art, concerts, lectures / classes, event venues, library, chapel, and gift shop.Estructura de elegante arquitectura barroca que cobija artefactos históricos y ofrece tours, exposiciones de arte, conciertos, charlas, clases, eventos, una biblioteca, una capilla y una tienda para regalos.

4920 San Jacinto St. 713.528.2060 • czechcenter.org Mon-Sat: 10am-4pm

6 DIVERSEWORKS

A space for experimenting, a commissioner of new works, and an advocate for artists of all disci-plines—DiverseWorks presents new visual, performing, and literary art. Espacio para experimentar, comisionado para nuevas obras y representante de artistas en todas las disciplinas—Diverse Works presenta nuevas artes visuales, escénicas y literarias.

3400 S. Main St. • 713.223.8346 diverseworks.org Thurs-Sat: Noon-8pm and by appointment

7 HOLOCAUST MUSEUM HOUSTON

Dedicated to educating people about the Holocaust, remember-ing the six million Jews & other innocent victims & honoring the survivors’ legacy. Dedicado a educar a las personas acerca del Holocausto, recordando a los seis millones de judíos y otrasinocentes víctima, y honrando el legado de aquellos que lo sobrevivieron.

Temporary Location9220 Kirby Dr., Suite 100Permanent Location (re-opening 2019)5401 Caroline St.713.942.8000 • hmh.org Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm Sat: 10am-5pm Sun: Noon-5pm

8 HOUSTON CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY CRAFT

Experience the art of the hand-made. Visit artist studios, see innovative exhibitions, stroll through the Craft Garden, and shop for one-of-a-kind gifts in the Asher Gallery. Experimenta el arte de los objetos creados a mano. Visita los estudios de los artistas, mira novedosas exposiciones, pasea por el Jardín de Artesanías y adquiere regalos únicos en la Galería Asher.

4848 Main St. • 713.529.4848 crafthouston.org Wed-Sat: 10am-5pm Sun: Noon-5pm

9 HOUSTON CENTER FOR PHOTOGRAPHY

Houston Center for Photography offers over 300 annual workshops for all levels of photographers and is dedicated to providing the community with lens-based exhibitions and outreach programs. El Centro para Fotografía de Houston ofrece más de 300 talleres anualmente para fotógrafos de todos los niveles, y está dedicado a ofrecerle a la comunidad exposiciones fotográficas y programas al alcance de todos.

1441 W. Alabama St. 713.529.4755 • hcponline.org Wed & Thur: 11am-9pm Fri: 11am-5pmSat & Sun: 11am-7pm

10 HOUSTON MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURE

Collects, conserves, explores, interprets, and exhibits the material and intellectual culture of Africans and African Americans. El Museo de Cultura Afroamericana de Houston colecciona, conserva, explora, interpreta y expone la cultura material y intelectual de africanos y afroamericanos.

4807 Caroline St., Suite 292 713.526.1015 • hmaac.org Wed, Fri, Sat: 11am-6pmThurs: 11am-8pm

11 HOUSTON MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCE

Experience the wonders of science up close, from prehistoric dinosaurs and space exploration, to stunning gems and fluttering butterflies, plus a variety of fascinating rotating exhibitions. Experimenta muy de cerca las maravillas de la naturaleza—desde dinosaurios prehistóricos y exploración espacial hasta impactantes gemas y revoleras mariposas —además, disfruta de una variedad de exposiciones que van rotando.

5555 Hermann Park Dr. 713.639.4629 Hours vary, check hmns.org for details.

12 HOUSTON ZOO

A fun and unique experience that connects communities with animals to inspire action to save wildlife. Where else can you see African lions, Asian elephants, and California sea lions... all without leaving Houston?Una experiencia divertida y única que conecta comunidades con animales para inspirar acción para salvar la vida silvestre. ¿Dónde más puedes ver leones africanos, elefantes asiáticos y leones marinos de California... todo sin salir de Houston?

6200 Hermann Park Dr. 713.533.6500 • houstonzoo.org 7 days a week 9am-6pm, (last admission 5pm)

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Daylight Saving Time 9am-7pm (last admission 6pm)

13 LAWNDALE ART CENTER

Unique in its focus on local artists, Lawndale presents and promotes experimental, alternative contemporary art in all media. Único en su enfoque en artistas locales, el Centro Lawndale presenta y promueve arte experimental, alternativo y contemporáneo en todos los medios.

4912 Main St. • 713.528.5858 lawndaleartcenter.org Wed-Fri: Noon-6pmSat: 11am-5pmSun: Noon-3pm

14 MOODY CENTER FOR THE ARTS

The Moody Center for the Arts is Houston’s newest lab for creativity. A state-of-the art, non-collecting institution, the Moody fosters transdisciplinary conversation between the arts, sciences, and humanities, and presents works in all disciplines.Moody Centro para las Artes es Houston’s más nuevo laboratorio de creatividad. Una institución de vanguardia, sin colección, Moody fomenta la conversación transdisciplinaria entre las artes, las ciencias y las humanidades, y presenta obras de arte en todas las disciplinas.

6100 Main St., Rice University 713.348.ARTS • moody.rice.edu Tues-Sat: 10am-5pm

15 ROTHKO CHAPEL

A cultural landmark and sacred space dedicated to art, spirituality and human rights. Un conocido punto cultural y espacio sacro dedicado al arte, la espiritualidad y los derechos humanos.

3900 Yupon St. • 713.524.9839 rothkochapel.org Everyday: 10am-6pm

16 THE HEALTH MUSEUM

It’s the science of your life! An interactive health science center featuring everything from an up-close look at how the human body works to hands-on experiments with cellular biology.¡Es la ciencia en tu vida! Un centro interactivo para las ciencias que cuenta con todo, desde una mirada bajo la lupa sobre cómo funciona el cuerpo humano, hasta experimentos de células biológicas interactivos.

1515 Hermann Dr. • 713.521.1515 thehealthmuseum.org Mon-Sat: 9am-5pmThurs: 9am-7pmSun: Noon-5pm

17 THE JUNG CENTER OF HOUSTON

Continuing education for the human spirit. Offers classes in psychology, philosophy and the arts. The gallery showcases ever-changing work from established and emerging artists. Continuando la educación para el espíritu humano. Ofrece clases de psicología, filosofía y artes. La galería muestra obras siempre cambiantes creadas por artistas establecidos y por artistas emergentes.

5200 Montrose Blvd. 713.524.8253 • junghouston.org Mon-Thurs: 9am-7:30pm Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-4pm

18 THE MENIL COLLECTION

Special exhibitions and a dynamic, ever-growing collection. A world of art—from the prehistoric to the present-day—housed in a masterpiece of modern architecture. Exposiciones especiales y una colección dinámica y siempre creciente: un mundo de arte—desde la era prehistórica hasta nuestros días—cobijado en una obra maestra de arquitectura moderna.

1533 Sul Ross St. 713.525.9400 • menil.org Wed-Sun: 11am-7pm

19 THE MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, HOUSTON

The world awaits you at the MFAH, home to centuries-old masterpieces and the latest in contemporary art. In addition to the ever-changing schedule of exhibitions, the MFAH collections fill the galleries with art year-round. El mundo te aguarda en el Museo de Bellas Artes de Houston (MFAH por sus siglas en inglés), albergue de obras de siglos de existencia y de lo último en arte contemporáneo. Además de su cambiante programa de exposiciones, las colecciones del MFAH ocupan sus galerías todo el año.

1001 Bissonnet St. 713.639.7300 • mfah.org Tues & Wed: 10am-5pm Thurs: 10am-9pm Fri & Sat: 10am-7pm Sun: 12:15pm-7pm Open on Monday holidays

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