2 hour(s)
English
Included
Experience the historical context of German communities across Texas
Convenient check-in at the museum gallery’s gift shop in Sam Houston Park
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Appreciate the lasting cultural impact of German heritage on modern Texas
€ 6.65
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Discover the rich history of Texas' largest European immigrant group through an immersive tour that highlights architecture, furniture, and traditional trades. Between 1865 and 1900, approximately 40,000 Germans settled in Texas, shaping communities across the state from the coastal plain to the Hill Country. This cultural influence remains visible today in historic dance halls, shooting clubs, churches, schools, and other landmarks. Visitors will enjoy the stories behind the artifacts, furniture collections, and structures such as the 1847 Kellum-Noble House, the 1868 San Felipe Cottage, and the 1891 St. John Church, all carefully preserved within Sam Houston Park.
Tours are available Tuesday through Saturday at 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 2:30 p.m., with tickets priced at $17 for adults, $14 for seniors, $7 for students aged 6–12, and free for members and children 5 and under. Guests should check in at the museum gallery’s gift shop at 1100 Bagby Street, arriving 10–15 minutes early to allow time for parking and a short walk through the campus.
Guided Tour of three historical houses
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Loved this place so much, but I am an army brat that lived in Germany. So it was like going back to my childhood.
I love this place! The museum shows some really interesting items. There is even rooms set up from when it was a hotel I believe. There are craft events three times a year upstairs. At Christmas, there is a bigger event with German music, food and crafters. The gift shop has very nice items you can purchase as well. At Halloween there are walking tours of places said to be haunted and sinister histories in downtown. It's a great way to spend an afternoon.
I am a member & the staff here are wonderful to work with. I highly recommend looking at their 4th floor if you need to rent a space for a meeting or an event, like a bridal or baby shower. They also have beautiful ornaments from Germany on sale. Their events, like the walking tours, are fun & very informative.
A very cool comprehensive museum on the German-American experience with a focus on the quad cities area of Iowa and Illinois. Great view of the millennium bridge from the top floor and many interactive displays to experience
What a gem! We had a 15 year old visitor from Germany who we thought might enjoy seeing this place, and it turned out all of us loved it, including my 11 year old and 13 year old. I will be back to spend more time reading the displays. Nicely done small museum!
