Bayou Bend is the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston’s house museum for American decorative arts and paintings. Displayed in the former home of Houston civic leader and philanthropist Ima Hogg …
Bayou Bend is the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston’s house museum for American decorative arts and paintings. Displayed in the former home of Houston civic leader and philanthropist Ima Hogg (1882–1975), the collection is one of the finest showcases of American furnishings, silver, ceramics, and paintings in the world. The house is situated on 14 acres of organically maintained gardens in Houston’s historic River Oaks neighborhood. Open year-round, Bayou Bend welcomes thousands of visitors annually for tours and special programs.
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Dec 5, 2024
This is one of my favorite places to go in Houston. Truly beautiful, especially when the azaleas are in bloom. Very great place for a peaceful stroll. Full review by Megan C
May 10, 2024
Beautiful gardens. The house is magnificent with all the different collections. There are 2 types of tours: 60 minutes or 90 minutes. We took the 60 minutes and paid (seniors) $11. You can take your… Full review by maggiet0813
Apr 10, 2024
We love visiting the gardens at Bayou Bend. We usually do the tour as part of the Azalea Trail, but it can get crowded, so this year we came a couple of weeks later and practically had this beautiful… Full review by volcanogirl
I didn't see any dogs in my visit, but you might want to contact the Gardens directly. For safety reasons they might not, there is a bridge you have to cross and only one person at a time …
I didn't see any dogs in my visit, but you might want to contact the Gardens directly. For safety reasons they might not, there is a bridge you have to cross and only one person at a time and no stopping on the bridge. It is over the bayou beautiful scene buy for our little loved ones don't know. Give them a call and I am sure they will give you an appropriate response.
Is this place open to photography sessions? I am taking maternity pictures soon and I would love to take them here.
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Like most museums, you can use their facilities for a fee. If you go to the web site, there is contact information where you can get pricing for such photography sessions. This is not a …
Like most museums, you can use their facilities for a fee. If you go to the web site, there is contact information where you can get pricing for such photography sessions. This is not a public park where you can show up and start snapping photos.
Is the bridge near the parking lot and the home tour accessible to persons with walking aids - canes or walkers?
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The bridge is a small wood suspension bridge that has some bounce to it. So, I think the issue is that you could use your devices but it might be too unstable for you. That said, I …
The bridge is a small wood suspension bridge that has some bounce to it. So, I think the issue is that you could use your devices but it might be too unstable for you. That said, I believe there is a way for you to be driven up to the house so you don't have to walk the bridge. Check with the museum and I think they can give details.
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How much does it cost to visit the MFAH?
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Admission is $20 with a student ID. On Thursdays, visiting the MFAH Permanent Collections is free, and an ALL ACCESS ticket to visit the Permanent Collections and...
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