• Briscoe Western Art Muesum

    Explore the art and artifacts that bring the stories of the West to life.

  • Briscoe Learning Opportunities 

    Whether you’re planning a family trip, a date night or a field trip, The Briscoe has a wide range of educational activities for all age groups.

  • Become a Briscoe Member

    Support the museum’s mission to preserve and promote the shared heritage of the American West.

Hours & Admission

Museum Hours

Regular Hours

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday

Closed

Closed

10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Closed for New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Battle of Flowers, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

The San Antonio Public Library Portal is open during museum hours.

San Antonio and Bexar County residents are invited to join us on the first Sunday of the month for FREE admission as part of our monthly Locals Day.

Special Hours

Check back for updates on special opening hours!

General Admission

Tickets are available for contactless check-in upon arrival.

  • $16 Adults (18+)
  • $14 Seniors (65+), Retired Military/Veterans, Students *with ID
  • $8 Military Dependents *with ID
  • FREE for Children 12 & under
  • FREE for Active Military *with ID
  • FREE for Members– click here to become a member
  • FREE for recipients of SNAP, WIC, and MAP through Museums for All, a cooperative which encourages families of all backgrounds to visit museums. Simply present an EBT card and a photo ID to recieve free general admission. Offer is valid for up to four people for each EBT card presented.

    Discounts are available for North American Reciprocal Museum (NARM) Members

Current Deals & Discounts
FREE Locals Days – click here for more info.

Military Salute Program
The Briscoe Museum is proud to be the only museum in San Antonio that offers FREE year-round admission to active-duty members of the military.  We also offer discount admission for the active duty member’s family (with service member present), and retired military personnel.

Thank you for your service!

Bank of America Museums on Us
For the first full weekend of the month, Bank of America, Merrill Lynch and U.S. Trust cardholders gain one free admission to the museum.

Accessibility
Due to the historic nature of the Briscoe Western Art Museum building, we are only able to accommodate wheelchair entrance to the Museum from our Market Street entrance ramp. Visitors arriving or exiting from the River Entrance should continue on to the Market Street entrance ramp or contact our on-site security personnel for further assistance. For visitors with special needs please call 210.299.4499 for more information.

Photography Disclaimer
While exploring the Briscoe Western Art Museum & Jack Guenther Pavilion, visitors may be photographed or recorded by museum staff or authorized photographers. These images help us share the spirit of the West and may appear in museum materials, on our website, and in social media. By entering the museum, guests grant implied permission for the use of their likeness in our promotional efforts.

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Stylized depiction of a statue featuring an individual riding a horse, placed on a pedestal with steps leading up to it. A building with railings and architectural details is visible in the background.

Hours

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday

Closed

Closed

10 AM – 8 PM

10 AM – 5 PM

10 AM – 5 PM

10 AM – 5 PM

10 AM – 5 PM

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Holiday Hours December 23: 10 AM – 5 PM December 24: Closed for Christmas Eve December 25: Closed for Christmas Day December 26 – 30: 10 AM – 5 PM December 31: Closed for New Year’s Eve January 1: Closed for New Year’s Day