The Bryan Museum

Galveston museum of Texas and American West history, housed in a former orphanage building.

1315 21st Street, Galveston, Texas 77550 · Galveston, TX

About The Bryan Museum

The Bryan Museum occupies a historic 1895 building that once served as the Galveston Orphans Home. Its main holding is the Bryan Collection, a large assembly of artifacts, documents, and artwork tied to Texas and the American West. The objects range from ancient Native American material to modern pieces from the twenty-first century. Visitors can tour the galleries, see special exhibits when they are on view, and walk the museum grounds. The museum also offers a guided tour focused on the building's history as an orphanage, which is limited to 20 people per tour and includes museum admission.

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