Museum features a permanent collection, including works by N. C. Wyeth, Marc Chagall and James Whistler, and is housed across the street from the Gladys Porter Zoo. The Museum is the owner/caretaker of the historic Neale House built in 1834 - said to be the oldest frame house in the city - and the original Fort Brown bandstand. The 17,000-square foot facility is dedicated to art awareness and educational opportunities for all. The more than 70-year-old organization has several annual special exhibitions including the International Art Show and the Student International Art Show.
Open Tues. -Fri. 10:30 a. m. -2:30 p. m. Neale House is open Mon. -Fri. 9:30 a. m. -3 p. m. At 660 Ringgold St. 956/542-0941.
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