A bit underwhelming…read more When I visited Grotto, I was a little disappointed. The Grotto is a small section of the Riverwalk that is designed as a man-made rock grotto. You can walk under the cave to view a waterfall and fountain. I am not sure if it was construction or a poorly built safety rail, but the pathway surrounding the installation was lined with cheap-looking PVC pipes and buckets filled with concrete. It really took away from the art installation. The photos really make the Grotto seem larger and more robust than it actually is. Once you walk under it, the main attraction (the face and fountain) is actually quite small. I would only really visit if you're in the Pearl-Midtown area, otherwise I would not recommend going out of your way to see it.

What: landmark/art. Very cool to walk along and have this random, eclectic art to enjoy and…read moreappreciate. Location: 5 minute walk from The Pearl Brewery.

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.

Crowned and collar lizard dinosaur. it's a must see in the Bandera area a real jewel life-size…read moredinosaurs in the yard.

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.

I suppose that as a born and bred Texan I should be ashamed to admit that I don't care for western…read moreart--well, I'm not; I just don't care for it. As I child I was inundated with images of cowboys fighting Indians which disturbed me as I'm a member of the Nez Perce Tribe. And then there were pictures of cowboys sitting by the campfire, riding the range, sitting atop a bucking horse--on and on and on. Ho Hum! So it was with some trepidation that I went with a friend to the MOWA today. He is an artist and I went mainly for the purpose of listening to him comment on the finer points of the art--shading, lighting, etc. And I was ready to see row after row of heroic cowboys slaughtering the heathen Redskin. What I found was pleasantly surprising. Yes, Native Americans were well represented, but in only one sculpture was there the typical cowboy and Indian fight. In fact, one large painting portraying the Native American ceremony of Summoning the Buffalo was as moving as it was beautiful as I remember participating in such a ceremony with I was a child. The collection is not vast but the quality of all the artwork was excellent; they were framed artfully and lit properly. Of particular interest was a wagon made by the Studebaker company--yes, the same Studebaker that generations later produced automobiles. And there are docents ready and willing to add greatly to your experience. No need to go on a group tour; these folks are there every day to make the West come alive. A word needs to be said about the building. It was the last public project designed by the noted architect, O'Neil Ford whose well-known projects in San Antonio consisted of La Villita, the Tower of Americas and Trinity University to name a few. While the exterior is indeed stunning with its heavy wooden beams and stacked limestone retaining walls, the interior has 23 boveda domes made of lightweight Mexican brick (a sample is available for handing). As you can see from the attached photo, the domes are art in themselves. So the next time you're in Kerrville--or like me, a resident--do visit the Museum of Western Art. Take it from one who doesn't particularly care for the genre--you'll enjoy it.

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!

Relatively small but well run and effortlessly charming museum. Frontier Times is just a couple…read moreblocks outside of downtown Bandera, and contains a wealth of items mostly from the Old West up though the early 20th Century. It's a really great display of Americana. One of the rooms is sure to please any dedicated equestrian as it contains several beautifully crafted saddles and sets of riding gear. Other rooms house collections of old books (*everybody* carried a Bible back then), pictures of family relatives long gone, Wurlitzer-style pipe organs, long-gone paper currencies, even a pair of stuffed cougars named Charlie and Sally! While there we also adopted *cough cough* a stuffed longhorn which was promptly named 'Chisholm'. Since there was also an art exhibit going on, we got a chance to watch a couple big-name Western scene painters like Jack Moss and David Godfrey at work. Definitely worth a visit the next time you're in Bandera!

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.

Decided to get lunch at the Buckhorn saloon cafe after visiting the museum as the burgers came…read morehighly recommended. I got the southwestern burger and it hit the spot. Topped with crispy onion rings, bacon, cheese, and bbq sauce on a large, soft brioche bun. I upgrade to sweet potato waffle fries for $2 and those were also fantastic. You order at the counter and they bring the food out to your table. Note, the cafe is only open for food form 11am-3pm, but I believe the bar is open much longer.

Part museum, part gift shop, part legendary saloon - The Buckhorn is the Oldest Saloon in Texas and…read morerich in history. Legend has it that Teddy Roosevelt & the rough riders were frequent guests here. The museum's collections were privately owned by founder Albert Friedrich and passed on to his heirs. Apparently, the tradition continues that if you bring in a set of antler horns you get a free beer. Obviously, this was popular back in the day because Friedrich's antler collection is on display above several doorways and in the museum. This place is Kitsch with various fortune telling machines, a game room, and animal trophy heads along the walls. Not my thing, but I did stay for a drink. The back bar is gorgeous - comprised of marble and handcrafted cherry wood and an old school cash register that is very cool. My friend tried the K9 Lager (Texas Beer Co) and really liked it. I had the Western Son Prickly Pear vodka with soda, which quenched my thirst. We finished our drinks and moseyed our way out on to the next adventure.

Worth it...but you need 4+ hours! Or 2 days…read more In depth, fair some might find it too balanced if you're UNwoke. The part about Admiral Nititz tells us a lot about real leadership.

If you love history, this is a fantastic museum thoroughly covering the WWII's Pacific theater. The…read morechronological organization of the museum begins with the key building blocks for the war in the Pacific theater during WWII. The exhibits include interesting memorabilia, contrasting perspectives, and military equipment. Multimedia displays help bring to life the stories and events, especially for younger ones and visual learners. Be sure to visit the separate building focusing on the life of Admiral Nimitz, an excellent tribute to a very unique man. Time budget: minimum 3 hours Value: At first blush $26/person seemed unreasonable. But overall the value is good considering the quality of the exhibits. Overall cleanliness: excellent Bathroom cleanliness: excellent

This museum is the most interactive and creative exhibit of technology, communication and flight…read moresimulating stations in Texas or of its type I've been to. You will find many examples that are one of a kind and from the most extensive collection I can imagine. This museum is constantly updated and growing.

We only found out this week that this museum existed. It was featured on the local news…read more It's only open to the public on Saturdays from 10:00am to 5:00 pm. The weekdays appear to be devoted to schools and workshops. The museum is free but donations are appreciated. There are tour guides to take you chronologically through the exhibits. The main themes of the exhibits are electricity and communication and how they came to be. You are taken from Morse code, ticker tape, western union, punch cards and old computers through one of the first cell phones invented in the mid-90s by a local man, who happens to be the same person who created this museum. Of course, the best is saved for last. Who doesn't love Tesla coils firing to the Star Wars theme, followed by Walk like an Egyptian? Sweet. Go there and enjoy. Donate generously. We need our kids to keep up with the rest of the world.