I saw that they are having an event this past Saturday for the 250 America birthday celebration. I…read moredecided to go check it out since we were headed to Bandera. They do have a Groupon which is more than half price. The lady was very welcoming and sweet. We were inside the museum and she would call us telling us what performance is starting outside. There is really cool and interesting pieces to admire. We made our way out to the back. They were serving complimentary hot dogs, chips, lemonade and a cake to celebrate. The time when we were there seems all the locals were there. All attention was on us. From getting up to give us their seat to asking us where we are from to ask if we would like more food. It made us feel so special! I had couple of questions on where to find places they did not hesitate to answer and even call each other to get me more information. It was a real memorable morning a this museum!

We stopped in town to see this museum specifically, and we arrived when they opened. This is a…read moresmaller museum, but there are a lot of things to see inside, from the strange memento of a desiccated squirrel in a glass box to a two-headed lamb to rattlesnakes making up Texas signs. The docents were nice, and we had fun looking around at everything. It wasn't a long stay, but there are lots of things to take photos of if you're a history buff. Parking was out front.

This is a wonderful museum! The paintings and exhibits are outstanding!…read more The staff is very educated and friendly . I would definitely recommend going to this museum!

This is a very nice museum in the Texas Hill Country. We had attempted to come here once before but…read moreit had been closed. We were happy that on this attempt we were able to go inside and see the gallery. The price is $7 a person unless you are a first responder or military. The docent did a good job of explaining the layout of the museuem and pointed out some interesting facts about the building itself as well. There are a few different sections of the library such as the painting galleries, the open floor in the beginning and the Texas history section where children can explore and interact with the exhibits. It's not a large museum but there were a lot of paintings and statues to look at. Definitely recommended. Parking is easy and there are also statues outside as well.

While in the area, we stopped into this gallery. It's a nice location with a variety of different…read moreartists and two main areas. Keep walking around the corner for more artwork. There are two entrances: the front door and the one from the parking lot. The gallery near the back features more seasoned artists, and the front features a wider range of skills. There is a gift shop as well. It's not large, but it's a fun trip for those into the arts and local artists. Parking is behind the gallery and was pretty empty when we stopped in.

Four reasons to stop and have a look: (1) mineral display: fantastic, takes about two minutes,…read moreamazing - see my picture. (2) gift shop: local artists, wonderful items, nicely priced. (3) art displays: great display of local talents worth your attention. (4) friendly welcome: you feel the true warmth of the Hill Country from all the great volunteers. I recommend you take a few minutes to enjoy this special place and people.

We wanted to check out the museums in the area as our main destinations. This was the second…read morelocation. This museum has a dinosaur walk with statues and signs out in the parking lot and around the building. Kids can dig for fossils in the pit too. Inside there is a permanent display of Spanish paintings, statues and historical pieces. This section will have someone lead you and tell you all about the items. The last part is a self guided area with animals in environments you can walk through and a small gallery of artwork. The docent was very informative and friendly and the staff was too. I enjoyed my time here but will have to come back for the dino walk as it was just too hot today. You will get a bracelet when you pay to show you're allowed to do it. Parking was easy.

What a great place to visit. We attended a nephews birthday party here and we were able to enjoy…read morethe museum and area. It was a great place to visit, especially if you like dinosaurs! The staff were great, knowledgeable and attentive in the museum. Fun party for children and adults! We will definitely come back to visit.

i was bored, scavenger hunt was the only thing keeping me from not falling asleep. if i were you,…read moreid go to the one right before this location

This is the Crumbling Castle's first year, and I believe a trip to the Castle will become a holiday…read moretradition for many in the years to come. Located off I-10, it's easy to find and access. For our visit, we took a leisurely and scenic drive through the backroads rather than the more direct and less scenic highway route. Set in a forested area, thousands (millions??) of lights and decorations draw you through a driving trail that will garner your Ooohs and Aaahs, with some Wows along the way. There's a story to follow, too, so be sure to pause and read the story along the way. There are characters and critters playing out various activities throughout the story, too. Super fun and well done! I would prefer that the story was introduced earlier, but it's a great display regardless. Tickets can easily be purchased online on their website. Cost is per vehicle, so grab your family and friends, and get away from holiday stress and add some holiday magic to your life!

Nice little tour of the property with a lot of rich history. The restoration work is really…read morebeautiful. Nice thing to do as you walk around town. They are only open for tours on Tue/Thurs so plan accordingly. Worth it!

I've lived in Kerrville for over 16 years but have never visited the Mansion. Hearing of the…read morespecial Christmas tours this week, a friend and I decided to go. This special tour benefited the Hill Country Youth Orchestra; having played in the San Antonio Youth Orchestra, I couldn't pass up the opportunity to make a small donation and take a tour to boot. As expected, the Mansion was decorated for the season; the garlands wrapped around the banisters were particularly beautiful. We started on the second floor, which resembles a large ballroom, with a short video presentation on the history of the place and its occupants throughout the years. A short presentation by a docent followed whereupon we were free to look around to our hearts content. Then it was down to the first floor where the two highlights were a beautiful parquet floor and a chandelier which was an original fixture of the building. There were hand-blown bulbs of colored glass which, unfortunately, could not be lit lest they burst. Then it was into the kitchen for cookies and wassail; those who wished could step out into the garden with its beautiful hand-crafted fountain. Of particular interest was a glass-pane door flanked by two large pineapple statues, the symbol in the South of hospitality. If you're in Kerrville, try to avail yourself of a tour of the wonderful home, especially if you have children with you. They can see first hand what life was like more than a century ago and come away with memories of this beautiful place.

I must confess I can be cynical or maybe have some aversion to the holidays, particularly…read moreChristmas. Where the expectation is to be merry or to have faith in your fellow (wo)man. In life people aren't always on the ground making snow angels. Nor are Christmas Carollers going to come to your door to bid you good tidings. However, I'm slowly learning if you let your guard down ever so slightly, a beam of light can peek through. "Dickens on Main" in Boerne understands that the Christmas we celebrated as children is the same one we carry with us into adulthood. Me and my partner have been wanting to do it for years, but it's only available once a year. And at that, for two days. I will tell you the basics of it. It is a morning celebration that segues into a huge night extravaganza. It opens at 12pm but Main Street closes its streets from passage by vehicle at 4pm. We opted to go early before the streets were closed. When we arrived almost all parking was nonexistent. Businesses do offer a park and pay option but every lot was full. By sheer luck we were able to find free parking. Main Street is a succession of small local businesses. But during "Dickens on Main" it turns into an idyllic, winter wonderland. If you've ever watched a Hallmark Christmas movie and wished it could become a reality, this would be that opportunity. Garland is hanging everywhere. In every nook and cranny Christmas Spirit is prominent. They even have a snow machine that blows artificial snow onto festival-goers. The sidewalks are overflowing with people going into stores to shop. For example there are antique shops. Places that sell beauty products. A super expensive meat market. Jarred pickles. And of course my favorite shopping: three watering holes all within walking range. By in large the Main Courtyard is the piece de resistance. All things eventually converge here. It is decorated much like Main Street with: ornaments, candy canes and giant Nutcracker figurines. There are Dickensonian Carollers dressed in traditional Victorian fashion walking the grounds. Followed by the litany of vendors selling crafts, food or last minute gift ideas. All my senses the whole time were engaged and overwhelmed. It is alot to take in. While I enjoyed it I do have two critiques. Since the sidewalks are extremely narrow there was not a time where either I was in someone's space. Or vice versa. My suggestion would be to close Main Street to traffic all day and allow the overflow onto the streets. Secondly, they need to do what Wustfest does and offer shuttle bus service. Festival goers could pay a fee to park and be shuttled to the event. When we left at 4pm I saw people parking far and wide just to walk into the event. I definitely would recommend it to the person who wants to share a unique Christmas experience with family, friends or loved ones. Even "The Grinch" cannot escape its charms. "Dickens on Main" is a very special festival if Christmas is your thing. Me, I'm still waiting for a holiday created with craft beer in mind. Santa, I hope you're listening! I've been nice-kinda- sorta- most of the year.

My family and I visited Boerne 1-2 years ago and were told about Dickens on Main. The way it was…read moredescribed to us was .... An event that will make you feel like you're in a hallmark movie. After hearing that, I was sold and knew I had to attend. This year, I made it a point to get my family together for it and off we went. The weather wasn't ideal but the event itself was perfect and as expected! Main Street was shut down at 4PM so people could walk in the street, enjoy the fun and vendors (and also enjoy an adult beverage while shopping). The vendors were dressed up an in character, there were Carolers and tons of fun little food stands in the different "villages". We enjoyed food from some of the restaurants on the street (like a giant cinnamon roll from Richter Bakhaus) as well as vendor foods like the puffy funnel cakes. This is a fun family-friendly event that is great for a couple or for a family with kids! I will definitely be returning next year!

The place is located on the 2nd floor of the Rolling Oaks mall right above the Incarnate Ward…read moreoffices. If you park outside by the Incarnate Ward entrance, when you enter, climb the broken escalator and the place will be right there. I wasn't sure what to expect and was worried it would be cheesy, but it was so much fun to go with friends. All the rooms are eerily decorated ranging from macabre to whimsical. There are lots of props you can play with, the staff will warn you about what to avoid. I was impressed with how well the lighting worked with the pictures we took. You can buy your tickets online or there when you arrive. They have time slots on the hour and you'll have a full hour to wander around and have fun taking pictures. Be sure to check the bloody lockers for fun surprises.