Wider Wallets

The Ultimate Guide to Houston's Free Museums

Here's how to access world-class art, history, science, and more in Houston at no cost.

03/05/2026 By Emma Balter and Meredith Nudo

Yes Ma’am, No Ma’am

Things About the Houston Summers We Love and Hate

Our longest season means miserable temperatures but tons of beach trips.

06/20/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Reasons to Love Houston

Houston's Public Art Has Never Been Better

The city funds its art community, and it shows. Here are some of our favorite works about town.

04/01/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Get Cultured

Houston’s Best Museums Outside the Museum District

The Museum District is unquestionably one of Houston's crown jewels, but arts and culture can be found all over the city.

10/25/2024 By Meredith Nudo

Local Playgrounds

Your Complete Guide to Houston Neighborhoods

From bustling downtown to hip Montrose, we have all the recommendations for where to eat, drink, and play.

06/05/2024 Edited by Emma Balter

Artsy Vibes

How to Spend an Entire Day in the Museum District

The neighborhood is home to 18 museums, a beautiful park and outdoor theater, and the second-most visited zoo in the country.

05/06/2024 By Meredith Nudo and Uvie Bikomo

Fall 2023 Issue

The Arts Unveiled

Pulling the curtain back on Houston’s underground art world.

09/26/2023 Edited by Emma Balter and Daniel Renfrow Illustrations by Sarah Welch

Explore Asia

Asia Society’s New Interactive Exhibit Is Unlike Anything Else

The Houston center’s permanent exhibit allows visitors to explore five Asian countries, and in doing so, find commonality and a sense of community.

07/26/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

Jewish History

What to See and Learn at Holocaust Museum Houston

HMH features fascinating temporary exhibitions, special events, and one of the largest research libraries in the country.

07/03/2023 By Claire Anderson and Zoe Sayler

Mega Shark

Meet Meghan, the Houston Museum of Natural Science’s Giant New Shark

The star of a new exhibit, the megalodon is 51 feet long and nine feet high—and was very hard to transport into the building.

06/12/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

Arts Guide

An Expert’s Guide to the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

Explore a global collection in a global city.

05/19/2023 By Holly Beretto

Animal Ambassadors

Houston Zoo’s New Galápagos Islands Exhibit Is All about Conservation

The exhibit speaks to our shared ocean and how conservation in Houston leads to healthier bodies of water worldwide.

04/18/2023 By Meredith Nudo

HOUZOO

Your Fun-Filled Guide to the Houston Zoo

Celebrate the zoo’s history and learn what new animals and activities it has in store for the future.

01/21/2023 By Nicholas Roma

H-TOWN NEIGHBORHOODS

Our Favorite Houston Neighborhoods (Right Now)

Home to quirky art venues, delicious culinary adventures, and an abundance of world-class entertainment options, check out our list of hot Houston hoods.

01/19/2023 By Meredith Nudo, Phoebe Gibson, and Reyes Ramirez Edited by Daniel Renfrow

ON VIEW

The Story Behind the Famous $15M Painting at the MFAH

Ernie Barnes's beloved artwork The Sugar Shack is on view in the Nancy and Rich Kinder building through December 2022.

07/13/2022 By Amarie Gipson

CULINARY ARTS

Food and Art Collide in the MFAH’s Culinary Canvas Series

Fuzing art with food.

04/12/2022 By DeVaughn Douglas

ART GUIDE

6 Essential Arts Memberships Every Houstonian Should Have

Support your vibrant art community.

01/17/2022 By Amarie Gipson

EDITOR’S PICKS

5 Must-See Art Exhibitions To Visit This November

From cave-inspired sculptures to film and photography, check out these shows in Houston this month.

11/11/2021 By Amarie Gipson

EDITOR’S PICKS

What’s On View at the MFAH’s Kinder Building?

A quick peek into the Museum’s permanent collection.

09/24/2021 By Amarie Gipson

Stay Cool

5 Museum District Exhibits You Shouldn't Miss This Summer

From a crocheted bridge to a 66 million-year-old T. rex to activist imagery, these exhibitions will help you beat the heat while also expanding your mind.

06/17/2021 By Carolina Larracilla