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 TEXAS: ARTS AND CULTURE Texas may be known for its cowboy image, but its cultural districts are well on their way to becoming equally as famous. Major metropolitan areas like Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio are known for their investment in history and culture. TEXAS HOTELS In addition to these metropolitan areas, smaller towns offer a chance to explore unique venues such as the Cowboy Artists of America Museum in Kerrville, which includes both permanent and rotating collections of cowboy art. You'll get a chance to sample more than just country music when visiting Texas. Blues, R&B, and Tejano attract a following almost equal to that of country music. And sharing the cultural spotlight are the many professional symphonies and ballets across the state, each well known for consistently fine performances. In addition, historical sites throughout the Lone Star State draw visitors to learn more about Texas' rich history. Texas is home to museums that are known across the country for their extensive in-house collections and the variety of visiting collections from around the world. The Dallas Arts District is the largest such development in the USA and is home to more than 160 museums, galleries and performing arts institutions including The Dallas Museum of Art. DALLAS HOTELS  For more cultural riches, head west to Fort Worth, a city that is a surprising mix of cowboy history and culture. A multimillion-dollar collection of works from prehistoric to Picasso are on view at the Kimbell Art Museum. FORT WORTH HOTELS The Amon Carter Museum is known for its collection of American photography and iconic American paintings and sculpture. The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth is second in size only to The Museum of Modern Art in New York. San Antonio is well known for its cultural attractions, and the city’s art museums are no exception. The San Antonio Museum of Art is housed in the historic 1884 Lone Star Brewery. SAN ANTONIO HOTELS The Witte Museum's philosophy is hands-on learning, with exhibits exploring Texas history and science. Also in San Antonio is the McNay Art Museum. The Museo Americano at the Alameda Theater and Museum complex tells the story of the Latino experience in America. Houston’s Museum District is home to 11 institutions as well as restaurants and beautiful green spaces. The Museum of Fine Arts Houston is the sixth largest museum in the nation. While it may not be a traditional museum, Space Center Houston is a state-of-the-art education and entertainment complex. Downtown Houston’s Theater District is home to eight performing arts organizations including the Houston Ballet, the Houston Grand Opera and the Alley Theater troupe. HOUSTON HOTELS  Cruising to Houston?Many cultures have left their imprint on Texas. As a result, hundreds of historical sites across the state have been preserved to remember and honor the people and places that shaped the Lone Star State. San Antonio offers visitors ample opportunities to learn about the many cultures that influenced Texas history. The Institute of Texan Cultures focuses on the more than 26 cultural and ethnic groups who settled the state. Art exhibits by contemporary Mexican artists are on display at the Mexican Cultural Institute. Or visit the city’s five Spanish missions, including the Alamo, which were established by Franciscan friars and have been preserved for visitors to tour daily. Just north of San Antonio in Austin, The Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum tells the story of Texas. SAN ANTONIO HOTELS and AUSTIN HOTELS Kerrville is home to the Cowboy Artists of America Museum, a splendid showcase of contemporary cowboy art. This museum, in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, is only a short drive from San Antonio. In Fort Worth, plan to see the Sid Richardson Collection of Western Art, which features works from the collection of late Texas oil man Sid Richardson, whose favorite artists included Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell. Name your favorite kind of music and you will find a venue playing your song. Austin, the state capital, is known as the "Live Music Capital of the World." Music is everywhere in this city. The city's 100-plus music venues offer everything from country to rock, jazz to Latino. The Kerrville Folk Festival is an annual music fest in Kerrville that begins on the Thursday before Memorial Day and lasts 18 days. The city of Lubbock’s Depot District, built around an historic trail depot, is a hub for entertainment on the South Plains. It is home to the Buddy Holly Center. The annual Buddy Holly Symposium and Music Showcase, held annually over Labor Day weekend, celebrates the life and music of Buddy Holly. The Panhandle Plains town of Levelland, just 30 miles west of Lubbock, has become known as a hotbed of musical talent. Country music legends such as Tom T. Hall and Redd Stewart have roots in this area. Visitors can attend free performances of South Plains College's Thursday Nite. TEXAS HOTELS Photo: Buddy Holly Center, Lubbock – Photo courtesy Kenny Braun |
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