Great collections of historical memories...scenic replays of local events.... bookstore and gifts... read more
The building alone is worth the visit. The history exhibited in the building was well done. Learned... read more
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Great collections of historical memories...scenic replays of local events.... bookstore and gifts available for purchase!
The building alone is worth the visit. The history exhibited in the building was well done. Learned so much, better understanding of the RGV and its people.
Love that the museum has all different types of events that involves everyone. During these events it involved different types of activities that help promote the local culture. The museum invites schools to have field trips so the students learn of all the local culture.
I don't feel it have as broad of an overview of Brownsville history as the Stillman House, but it was still informative and had its own draw with the locomotive on display, which was pretty cool. The Spanish Revival architecture was also worth checking out....More
This museum in downtown Brownsville has always something special for the visitor. If it is not a beautiful collection of paintings, it is a complete collection of portraits made by a famous photographer. It is set in the old Railroad Station turned Museum in the...More
This well presented museum is laid out in three buildings on the grounds od the old railroad depot. The depot is very well preserve and beautiful to see. The exhibits are laid out in easy to see and read dislays. The old baggage room is...More
The history in the Rio Grande Valley as absolutely amazing and Brownsville was a big part of it. It is time well spent and entertaining as well.
Although this museum appears to be very small from the outside, it hold a large treasure of historic items. There are great displays about the history of the RGV; there is also a good selection of books for adults and kids. Next door is the...More
This is a small museum with a variety of artifacts. We enjoyed the information about life in Brownsville and how the area was settled. There is also a beautifully restored locomotive that was fun to see. The lady at the front desk was very helpful...More
The building is worth the visit. The architecture has been preserved and is restored beautifully. Visit the creepy bedroom, the old wood burning train engine, and relive the battlefield at Palo Alto.
