Exhibits & Galleries in Highlands, TX

Current exhibits, galleries, and museum shows in Highlands, TX. Art, history, science, and interactive exhibits.

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El álbum incompleto (The Unfinished Album), an Interactive Archive-Based Exhibition by Ana María Caula | 2026 FotoFest Biennial

Happening now · Mar 7 – Apr 19 · Sawyer Yards · 2000 Edwards Street, Houston, TX

Serrano Gallery is proud to present El álbum incompleto (The Unfinished Album), a participatory archival exhibition by writer and researcher Ana María Caula, on view from March 7 through April 18, 2026, as part of the 2026 FotoFest Biennial, Houston’s internationally recognized photography and...

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Archway Gallery: Fifty Forward

Happening now · Apr 11 – May 31 · Archway Gallery · 2305 Dunlavy St., Houston, TX

Archway Gallery invites Houstonians and city visitors to celebrate the 50th anniversary of this iconic gallery. The anniversary exhibition, Fifty Forward, pays tribute to the artists who are continuing to build Archway Gallery’s legacy. A striking wall of self-portraits, featuring each of the...

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Donald Sultan: New Mimosa Paintings

Happening now · Mar 19 – Apr 26 · McClain Gallery · 2242 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX

McClain Gallery is proud to present Donald Sultan: New Mimosa Paintings, its second solo exhibition with the New York-based artist, featuring new mimosa paintings and drawings. The artist will be present at the opening reception on March 19, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. The exhibition, featuring...

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The Orange Show Center for Visionary Art

The Orange Show Center for Visionary Art · 2402 Munger Street, Houston, TX

Now in its 40th year, the Orange Show Center or Visionary Art focuses on the ability to make basic elements of art accessible to the public. Through the acquisition in 2001 of the Beer Can House, another Houston landmark, as well as being the producer for the past 35 years of one of Houston's most..

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The Journey to End Cancer: From Cause to Cure

Happening now · Mar 7 – Sep 14 · The Health Museum · 15151 Hermann Drive, Houston, TX

Don't miss this new exhibition at The Health Museum Houston, presented by The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, one of the world’s most respected centers focused on cancer patient care, research, education, and prevention. It was produced in collaboration with the National Cancer...

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Archway Gallery: Homecoming

Happening now · Mar 4 – Apr 15 · Jung Center of Houston, The · 5200 Montrose Blvd., Houston, TX

As Archway Gallery celebrates its Golden Anniversary, Houstonians and city visitors are invited to experience this remarkable milestone throughout 2026, beginning with the aptly named Homecoming, a group show at The Jung Center, where a dozen local artists opened Archway in 1976. Homecoming,...

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Monarch Bistro

Monarch Bistro · 5701 Main St, Houston, TX

Nestled in the heart of Houston’s ever so popular Museum and Medical District, Monarch Restaurant and Terrace at Hotel ZaZa is your destination for exquisite dining experiences. Open for brunch and dinner, our inviting Houston restaurant offers inspiring fare in chic settings expertly executed by a.

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Montrose Art Party

In 3 weeks · May 2 – May 4 · Art League Houston · 1953 Montrose Boulevard, Houston, TX

Co-chaired by Eleanor L. Williams and Tyler L. Hough, this year’s MARTY fundraiser blooms with the theme Flower Power — a vibrant, floral-inspired evening celebrating creativity, resilience, and community. Now in its 36th year, Art League Houston’s Healing Art Program provides free, ongoing...

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Painted Petals: Folk-Inspired Watercolour

Fri, Jun 12, 7:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

Join artist Kamaldeep Kaur for a two-hour watercolour workshop where participants will learn to paint an elegant floral miniature in a timeless folk-inspired style. Working with flowing stems, lush leaves, and beautifully layered petals, each participant will create their own delicate botanical...

Mid Main First Thursday

Happening now · Mar 6 – May 9 · Continental Club, The · 3700 Main Street, Houston, TX

Each First Thursday of month in the Spring 2026, Mid Main brings the community together in support of impactful local nonprofits while showcasing local talent with Art Exhibitions, live music shows, art workshops and an outdoor market. Event check-in takes place in the courtyard next to Mid Main...

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Cups for Y'all

Happening now · Mar 21 – Jun 7 · Houston Center for Contemporary Craft · 4848 Main Street, Houston, TX

Timed with the lead-up to Houston’s world championship soccer matches, Cups for Y’all is a celebratory showcase of contemporary cups—from coffee mugs and tea chawan to ceremonial goblets—exploring how the enduring vessel form continues to evolve through material, use, and imagination. Spanning the..

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"John Akomfrah: The Hour Of The Dog"

In 1 week · Apr 24 – Oct 13 · The Menil Collection · 1533 Sul Ross Street, Houston, TX

The Menil Collection presents John Akomfrah: The Hour Of The Dog, an immersive, six-channel video and sound installation by the Ghanaian-born British artist Sir John Akomfrah (b. 1957). The 51-minute work, co-commissioned by the Menil and the Baltimore Museum of Art (BMA), explores the history of...

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Pour Your Art Out

In 3 weeks · Wed, May 6, 8:30 PM–9:30 PM UTC · La Porte Branch Library · 600 South Broadway Street, La Porte, TX

Come and join us in person for 30 to 45 minutes of art exploration! Our "Pour Your Art Out" after school art time is free to attend and all materials will be provided. Art projects are age-appropriate for elementary school age children and their caregivers. We will announce art subjects at the...

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Moody Center for The Arts

Moody Center for The Arts · 6100 Main St., Houston, TX

METRO bus + rail The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) offers bus and rail services to destinations throughout Houston. There is a METRORail stop across the street from the main entrance of the Rice campus, located at the Hermann Park/Rice University station.

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Explore Art at HPL - Silhouette and Shadow Art

Mon, Jun 8, 6:00 PM–7:30 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

This drop-in creative program explores the bold, expressive world of silhouette and shadow art. This program invites participants to consider the power of outlines and shadows to communicate emotion, movement, or narrative. Projects can include paper cut silhouettes, layered shadow compositions and.

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San Jacinto Museum

San Jacinto Museum · One Monument Circle, La Porte, TX

“Perfect day trip from Houston, spent a little over an hour. Observation deck 400+ feet in the air that highlights the position of both armies. 35 minute informational movie that starts on the hour and a great little display of artifacts and timelines of the history of Texas.”

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Art League Houston

Art League Houston · 1953 Montrose Boulevard, Houston, TX

<p>Art League Houston<span style="font-size:12px"> was founded in 1948 and incorporated as a non-profit organization in 1953. The mission of Art League Houston is to cultivate awareness, appreciation, and accessibility of contemporary visual art within the community for its cultural...

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Humble Museum

Humble Museum · 601 Higgins Street, Humble, TX

Our Vision is for members of the museum, community members, business leaders, and educational leaders to come together to celebrate the history of the area. Through preservation and story-telling experiences, children and adults should be able to build upon the great heritage of our history.

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Architecture Center Houston (ArCH)

Architecture Center Houston (ArCH) · 902 Commerce Street, Houston, TX

AIA Houston’s Building Tours program offers unique, behind-the-scenes access to some of the city’s most interesting architectural spaces, inviting participants to explore design, history, and innovation in Houston’s built environment.

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Clear Lake Park/Bay Area Museum

Clear Lake Park/Bay Area Museum · 5001 NASA Parkway, Seabrook, TX

The Bay Area Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau is a regional tourism alliance comprised of partners and stakeholders from around Clear Lake working together to market and promote Bay Area Houston as a premier visitor destination. We do this by collaborating with one another to create an...

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Bayou Bike Rentals

Bayou Bike Rentals · 105 Sabine St., Houston, TX

Ideal for an outing with the entire family or friends, bike rentals are available by the hour. We have a full fleet of high-quality bikes including kids’ bikes, trailers, cruisers, and hybrids. They are perfect for navigating the trails along Buffalo Bayou and enjoying it with others. Check out our.

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Explore Art at HPL - Abstract Art

Thu, Jun 18, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 500 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston, TX

Abstract art is a visual expression that focuses on emotion, energy, colour and shape. Experiment with materials and ideas, using patterns, motion and texture to communicate mood or ideas without creating a literal image. Work independently or follow a series of optional prompts. Perfect for anyone.

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Project Row Houses

Project Row Houses · 2521 Holman, Houston, TX

The Artist Mentorship Program is available to emerging artists in the Creative Careers program, giving them the chance to work with an established local artist during a structured 6-month program. Creative Careers program participants are paired with a mentor who shares their experience, resources,.

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Live Oak Friends Meeting House

Live Oak Friends Meeting House · 1318 W 26th St, Houston, TX

Our children and families are very important, with a nursery for children under three, and programs for preschool, elementary, middle school and high school kids.

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Houston Maritime Center & Museum

Houston Maritime Center & Museum · 2940 Riverby Rd., Suite 200, Houston, TX

The Houston Maritime Center and Museum is a 501(c)3 Non-profit organization educating the community on maritime history and industry. Houston Maritime is supported by membership, gift shop sales and the generous donations from corporations and people like you.

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Houston Center for Contemporary Craft

Houston Center for Contemporary Craft · 4848 Main Street, Houston, TX

HCCC provides a variety of programs both on site and in the community to support our mission to advance education about the process, product, and history of craft. Informed by our exhibitions and artist residencies, we frequently host lectures, workshops, and other hands-on activities for kids and..

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Inprint

Inprint · 1520 W. Main, Houston, TX

Inprint envisions Houston, Texas as a city where the literary arts are a defining resource. Thanks in large part to Inprint’s programs, Houston is a vibrant community of creative writers and readers, rich with workshops, readings, and other kinds of literary activity. Writers from all backgrounds...

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Cactus Music

Cactus Music · 2110 Portsmouth St, Houston, TX

We have an extensive selection of almost every physical format, historic memorabilia, hard-to-find items and music-related gifts and products. Cactus Music also showcases local, regional and national talent on our stage with weekly in-store performances. The Record Ranch, located inside Cactus...

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Hotel ZaZa - Houston

Hotel ZaZa - Houston · 5701 Main St, Houston, TX

Situated in the heart of the vibrant Museum District, world-renowned Texas Medical Center and thriving downtown central business district, Hotel ZaZa Houston is an unexpected feast for the senses. Perfect for business and leisure travelers seeking a hotel near NRG Stadium, this unique choice in...

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George W.S. Abbey Rocket Park

George W.S. Abbey Rocket Park · 2101 NASA Pkwy, Houston, TX

So Stall gathered leaders from JSC and the community and formed Manned Space Flight Education Foundation, Inc., a non-profit organization. Together, the group set out to provide a world-class facility where the public could come to touch the space program — and be touched by it.

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CityPASS

CityPASS · 1300 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, TX

Founded in 1997 by two friends, Mike Gallagher and Mike Morey, City Pass Inc. was the first company to bundle discounted admission tickets to attractions in North America. Still a small family-owned company with roughly 60 employees, City Pass Inc. is based in the mountain town of Victor, Idaho.

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Houston Museum District

Houston Museum District · 4912 Main Street, Houston, TX

Cafeteria by Yifan Jiang is the next installation in the Moody's Off the Wall series. It was inspired by Jiang’s frequent visits to the Brochstein Pavilion while she audited philosophy classes at Rice University during her two-year Core Residency Program at the Glassell School of Art at the Museum..

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Battleship Texas

Battleship Texas · One Riverway, Houston, TX

Founded in 1998 as a registered 501(c)3 non-profit, the Battleship Texas Foundation exists today as an advocate for Battleship Texas, and to help develop the historic ship into a premier hands-on museum and visitor attraction. August 1st, 2020, Battleship Texas Foundation began operating Battleship.

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Mi Luna

Mi Luna · 888 Westheimer Rd Suite 126, Houston, TX

Experience Spanish flavors with Moorish influence in the heart of Houston’s Montrose neighborhood at Mi Luna Tapas Restaurant & Bar, located at 888 Westheimer Rd., Suite 126, Houston, TX 77006. Just steps from the vibrant streets of Montrose and near the Museum District, Mi Luna offers a lively,...

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The Heritage Society

The Heritage Society · 1100 Bagby Street, Houston, TX

The Heritage Society (THS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to tell the stories of the diverse history of Houston and Texas through collections, exhibits, educational programs, film, video, and other content.