The Steamboat House was built in 1858 by Dr. Rufus Bailey as a wedding present for his son. Dr. Bailey felt the Texas architecture exhibited a "deficiency in architectural taste"... READ MORE
Sam Houston's Woodland home, built in 1847. The Houston family lived here until 1859, when Sam ran for the Governor of Texas and won. Four of the eight children were born in this house, now a National Historic Landmark.
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Mac Woodward

Mac Woodward Named Museum Director

“His appointment provides the museum with leadership continuity, together with experience and genuine passion.”

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Museum Celebration

Museum, Celebration Share The Houston Experience

For more than a century, the museum has served as a center for education and information about Sam Houston’s life and the role he plays in Huntsville and Texas history.

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Photography Contest

4th Annual Photography Contest

Avid amateur photographers can get exposure for their work and compete for cash prizes during the Sam Houston Memorial Museum's fourth annual amateur photography contest.

View Past Winners Photo Gallery

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

April 23 - August 30

Exhibit: Backroom Curiosities
Walker Education Center, Exhibit Gallery
Open during regular Museum hours

May 3 - 5

General Sam Houston Folk Festival
on the grounds of the Museum

May 15

Just Between Us: Stories & Memories from the Texas Pines BOOK SIGNING
Bear Bend Cabin
1:00pm - 3:00pm

May 25 - Sept. 1

FREE ADMISSION TO ACTIVE DUTY, NATIONAL GUARD, RESERVE MILITARY PERSONNEL AND IMMEDIATE FAMILIES
All three admission locations
Regular Museum hours

 

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