The Menil Collection

  • 1515 SUL Ross Street, Houston, TX, 77006
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collections: Four primary areas may be identified within The Menil Collection: antiquities, Byzantine art, the arts of tribal ... more on MuseumStuff.com

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The Menil Collection is a unique museum environment located in the Montrose area. more on igougo

Divided in four sections, plus the current exibition (which I'd check their schedule) makes it a very nice experience. more on Yahoo! Travel

Divided in four sections, plus the current exibition (which I'd check their schedule) makes it a very nice experience. more on Yahoo! Travel

This museum contains magnificent works by Picasso, Ernst, and Warhol, among others. more on Judysbook.com

The building is quite beautiful, discreet and unassuming (almost humble). more on Yahoo! Travel

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I love the Menil and can't believe that so much fantastic art can be packed into such a small space. With the exception of the Cy Twombley building, which I don't particularly care for, the art is jus ... more on TripAdvisor

The Menil collection is a wonderful museum which can be visited for free. You can also walk to the Byzantine Chapel Fresco Museum, Rothko Chapel, ... more on TripAdvisor

The Galleria ranks higher than this? We are willing to travel thousands of miles (as we did) to see this collection). The way that modern art is put in context - and the architecture within which it i ... more on TripAdvisor

Something here for everyone-Worth an afternoon browse even if you're not into art. more on TripAdvisor

The Menil has a truly superb collection housed in an exquisite building. Admission is free, but don't let the price fool you -- ... more on TripAdvisor

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It's so simple it's scary. But if you really like art, you'll appreciate what the Menil's done for all of us. Divided in four sections, plus the current exibition (which I'd check their schedule) makes it a very nice experience. It's ... more on Yahoo! Travel

It should only be open all week long. The ancient artifacts set an odd context for the brilliant moderist pieces. more on Yahoo! Travel

The building is quite beautiful, discreet and unassuming (almost humble). It is a perfect setting for seeing art. The room of objects owned by some of the Surrealist artists aids understanding about that period and their ... more on Yahoo! Travel

I love the museum and went there for a project. It was easy to find which is right outside the inner city. I love many of the painting including one section that has ancient artifacts. The only problems I did have was the security ... more on Yahoo! Travel

If you want a laugh and have nothing better to do... enjoy! more on Yahoo! Travel

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Top Reviews From Trekaroo

This is great for families looking for a free activity. There is a great and varied collection of art on display, ... more on Trekaroo

Better for older kids and teens who can appreciate art. Smaller collection, it's a private collection, which makes ... more on Trekaroo

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