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The Menil Collection

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Ranked #3 for exhibits in Houston
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"Come here for the free admission and great modern art exhibits."(4 Tips)
"collection houses works by Picasso"(5 Tips)
"The obelisk for Martin Luther King Jr. just outside Rothko Chapel."(4 Tips)
"You can see Picasso, Warhol, McGrit, and many more."(3 Tips)

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The DaytripperApril 17, 2014
If art is more your speed, then you shouldn’t miss The Menil Collection, a free museum that is surely one of the best art museums in America. You can see Picasso, Warhol, McGrit, and many more.
ToryBurchApril 22, 2011
One of the most incredible collections of modern art and antiquities in the country. Start in the stunning Cy Twombly Gallery and follow through to the Byzantine artifacts and paintings.
Adam RenzFebruary 10, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Absolute gem of a gallery. Expertly maintained and fantastic staff with an ever changing line up of exhibits. Also it's free! Please don't miss while visiting Montrose.
Karen RobinsonOctober 14, 2015
I am new to the area and want some culture and I must say I am happy I decided on this place ! It's free and it's enlighten ! Loved it 😊
Arce DuarteJanuary 25, 2016
So many awesome things here! Books, posters, post cards, novelties and more!
Bokyung ParkSeptember 19, 2023
They have a great collection of Max Ernst & Rene Magritte(Surrealism), and above all, the entrance is free of charge.
katie zhuJanuary 23, 2016
small gallery, but really nice space and some good pieces in here. pretty impressive for a free museum and good activity to help break up your day.
Arce DuarteJanuary 25, 2016
The exhibits are fantastic! The staff is always so helpful and kind! Free admission and it's always a pleasant experience to visit.
Sherry YuApril 7, 2013
This place is so laid back. It's nice to see the exhibits. Also, the outside is good for picnics & chillin' if you want to ready or study.
Talya ArbisserSeptember 12, 2012
Been here 5+ times
The 17,000 year old reindeer artifact is incredible and don't miss out on the surrealist influence room, schedule enough time as the collection is massive!
Gizem TopsakalJanuary 29, 2015
Definitely a must see in Houston. Can't believe you get to see this variety of collections free of charge.
Joshua McMillianSeptember 25, 2017
One of the coolest collections in town. A curation of great pieces that will keep you coming back.
Ann OsipovaJune 12, 2017
Nice museum, good collection!
Peter PrattDecember 11, 2015
I am so glad to be at Mark Rithko's exhibit of squayers an shoes. Time to hit it and take e picture of everything I see to share with Facebook tonight.
The Wall Street JournalAugust 3, 2014
The Renzo Piano-designed museum, its satellite buildings, and the Rothko Chapel, are so integral to Houston's identity that it's hard to believe that the institution is only 25 years old. Read more
Jackie MannJune 27, 2017
I love the Menil. I drive up from Austin all the time, and it's totally worth it.
Brittany VasicekDecember 26, 2010
The collection always rotates, and if your interested in art then you should check out it's bookstore, just across the road. This cute shop, when dug around in, has some interesting stuff.
ClintJune 20, 2017
Get some free culture with a side of air conditioning - it really is a great and diverse collection
Miriam GoldmanJuly 28, 2017
A beautiful museum and collection. Sometimes they think they're a bit edgier than they actually are, though.
ChristinaSeptember 5, 2013
Russian icons, Greece collection, famous painting of little electric chair by Andy W. in one stylish place.
Leah JohnsonDecember 16, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Come during the daylight, museum lit by natural sunlight through transparent roof makes the artwork lovely (and they have lights for at night too)
Jo DobrowskiAugust 23, 2015
To be honest I wasn't expecting much, but man was I surprised! Some of their antiquity artifacts were over 3000 years old. They also have Warhol and Picasso! Their zero photography policy was torture.
AndrewDecember 31, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Admission is free, but you can still donate a bit at the front and back desk if you're feeling generous.
Vlad DavidiukJune 13, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Best museum in Houston.
Ana PratoJanuary 17, 2016
Donate if you can! 10$ is worth the visit and you are contributing to keep the place open
CultureMap Houston ManagerMarch 6, 2012
Keep your eyes open. When celebs come to Houston, they nearly always stop by the Menil. We've spotted Gwyneth Paltrow, Francis Ford Coppola and Andre Leon Talley.
Ifeanyi OkoroJuly 29, 2011
The obelisk for Martin Luther King Jr. just outside Rothko Chapel. Also the exhibit for African American Civil Rights on photo display. Check out before it checks out.
Houston PressJuly 25, 2013
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Eddy BadrinaMay 8, 2017
One of the best collections of modern art. Period.
Gagan SinghApril 25, 2015
Free admission but the collection is so good that I would pay if required.
Theo AlejandreMay 27, 2015
They have a great art work. Picasso, MIró, Van Gogh
Vincent TalleyApril 7, 2017
Excellent layout and great material. Thumbs up!
DoraJuly 23, 2010
Always free (!), the collection houses works by Picasso, Warhol, Magritte, and Dali, as well as ancient artifacts from cultures all over the world. Powered by ParentsConnect.com
LilyRose GuzmanAugust 12, 2015
Loved the art, pet friendly as well
James ForsbergApril 15, 2016
People come for the special programs and the Surrealists.
Glenn BurnsSeptember 26, 2015
Beautiful art. Open and spacious! Free!
MarniOctober 20, 2014
What a wonderful collection. And it is always free.
Chad SmalleyNovember 10, 2011
Check out the Surrealism exhibit... they have lots of Magritte, my favorite.
MegAugust 11, 2014
A wonderful way to spend an afternoon.
Cary Michael CoxMarch 6, 2017
Look up the history of the the Menil family - fascinating. Cary Michael Cox
MichellemooreJuly 27, 2014
Love to variety of art!
Matthew OatwayNovember 2, 2019
Nice private collection; very eclectic 👨‍🎨
Andrew RebmanFebruary 25, 2010
The Menil and the park across the street are ideal places to have a picnic on a beautiful day.
Josh CooperMarch 15, 2013
You CAN sit inside the VW van in the Love exhibit
🎀 JacquelineJune 29, 2012
Don't touch the art! Don't stand too close to the art! Definitely don't take a picture of the art!
Charman AnchetaNovember 7, 2009
Just a short walk away are the Rothko Chapel and the Flavin Installation, both worthwhile stops, especially the Chapel.
R BJune 24, 2015
Probably the best thing about Houston
Erin HoppleJune 28, 2011
Always free with interesting rotating exhibits.
Jamie LonieMay 31, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Become a Menillionaire!
ReleineOctober 21, 2011
Free admission. Many exhibits. No photography allowed indoors

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