Museums and Science Centers
Museum
Briscoe Western Art Museum
Compact Western art museum on the San Antonio River Walk with a stagecoach, saddles, historic firearms and Native American artifacts.
Ages
5–18+
Cost
Paid
Duration
~1hrs
Difficulty
Easy
Setting
Indoor
A compact museum of Western art and artifacts right on the River Walk, in the beautifully restored old public library building. Kids gravitate to the stagecoach, the Pancho Villa saddle, and the collection of historic firearms and Native American artifacts. Three floors but small ones, so you are in and out in about an hour without anyone getting museum-legs. Good option when you are already downtown and the sky opens up. The sculpture courtyard beside the river is worth a look on the way out.
Stroller Friendly
Pricing
Paid admission; free or reduced hours offered some weeks, check current rates (verify)
Common Questions
- How much does Briscoe Western Art Museum cost?
- Admission to Briscoe Western Art Museum is paid. Paid admission; free or reduced hours offered some weeks, check current rates (verify)
- What ages is Briscoe Western Art Museum good for?
- Briscoe Western Art Museum is best for kids ages 5 to 18+.
- Is Briscoe Western Art Museum stroller friendly?
- Yes, Briscoe Western Art Museum is stroller friendly.
- Can I bring my dog to Briscoe Western Art Museum?
- No, dogs are not allowed at Briscoe Western Art Museum.
- How hard is Briscoe Western Art Museum?
- The difficulty level is easy. Plan for about 1 hours.
- Is Briscoe Western Art Museum free?
- No, there is a cost to visit Briscoe Western Art Museum. Paid admission; free or reduced hours offered some weeks, check current rates (verify)
- What should I bring to Briscoe Western Art Museum?
- Nothing special; galleries are small and quick
- How long does Briscoe Western Art Museum take?
- Most families spend about 1 hours at Briscoe Western Art Museum.
- When is the best time to visit Briscoe Western Art Museum?
- Year-round. Quick stop when a River Walk day gets rained out.
- Is there parking at Briscoe Western Art Museum?
- Downtown paid garages on Market St and Nueva St. No free parking nearby.