Museo Alameda, San Antonio

Name: Museo Alameda
Address: 318 W Houston St, San Antonio, 78205-2427, United States
Telephone: +1 210-299-4300

#50 among attractions in San Antonio

Museum, Art museum, History museum, Specialty museum, More...

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The Museo Alameda was the largest Latino museum in the USA and the first formal Smithsonian affiliate outside of Washington D.C. located in the historic Market Square in Downtown San Antonio, Texas. In 1996, Secretary I. Michael Heyman of the Smithsonian Institution announced a physical presence of the Smithsonian in San Antonio and gave birth to the Smithsonian's affiliations program. In May of the same year, Governor George W. Bush signed a joint resolution of the Texas legislature establishing the Museo Alameda as the official State Latino Museum. ()

Coordinates: 29°25'31"N, 98°29'55"W

Address

318 W Houston StCentral City (Downtown San Antonio)San Antonio 78205-2427 United States

Contact

+1 210-299-4300

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Day trips

Museo Alameda – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: San Fernando Cathedral, Market Square, Buckhorn Saloon and Museum, Majestic Theatre.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museo Alameda open?

Museo Alameda is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Museo Alameda?

Nearby attractions include Market Square, San Antonio (2 min walk), Alameda Theater | Revive Alameda, San Antonio (4 min walk), O. Henry House Museum, San Antonio (4 min walk), Spanish Governor's Palace, San Antonio (5 min walk).

How to get to Museo Alameda by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museo Alameda:

Bus

FlixBus San Antonio • Lines: 2210, 2231 (9 min walk)
Centro Plaza • Lines: 100 (11 min walk)