Witte Museum

Witte Museum Wonder awaits you at the Witte, where Nature, Science and Culture meet. Parking is always FREE in the Brackenridge Park Parking Garage.

The Witte Museum is open year-round except for Easter, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

🦴🎨 Spend an evening uncovering Texas Deep Time through science and art.Journey through hundreds, thousands, and millions...
09/01/2026

🦴🎨 Spend an evening uncovering Texas Deep Time through science and art.
Journey through hundreds, thousands, and millions of years of Texas history with Dr. Thomas Adams, Head Curator and Paleontologist. Discover Bexar County mosasaurs, dinosaur fossils from Big Bend National Park, the search for the Battle of Medina, and more before creating your own fossil-inspired watercolor with featured artist Alicia McAllen.
Your ticket includes guided gallery access, light bites, drinks, and all watercolor materials.
🗓️ Thursday, September 17 | 6–8:30 p.m.
🎟️ $40 non-member | $32 member
🎨 Space is limited. Advance tickets are strongly recommended.
Grab a drink, get inspired, and create something millions of years in the making. (21+)

Due to recent inclement weather, the Witte Museum is closed today, Saturday, August 29, for minor repairs.Thank you for ...
08/29/2026

Due to recent inclement weather, the Witte Museum is closed today, Saturday, August 29, for minor repairs.
Thank you for your understanding. We hope to see you tomorrow! 💙

🌵 Discover thousands of years at Meyers Spring.Explore a rock art panel stretching more than 300 feet and discover trace...
08/26/2026

🌵 Discover thousands of years at Meyers Spring.
Explore a rock art panel stretching more than 300 feet and discover traces of the people who have gathered at this site for generations, from Indigenous communities to western settlers. Along the way, uncover Pecos River style pictographs, historic markings and the story of Camp Meyers.
🗓️ Saturday, September 5 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
🚙 High-clearance vehicle required
Space is limited. Reserve your spot and experience the stories written across the Texas landscape.

SAINT MOTEL is taking the stage for the Witte’s 100th birthday! 🎸💯Party of the Century is taking over October 10 with ce...
08/25/2026

SAINT MOTEL is taking the stage for the Witte’s 100th birthday! 🎸💯
Party of the Century is taking over October 10 with celebrations all day long. Then, when the sun goes down, Party of the Century: After Hours turns it up with a live performance by SAINT MOTEL, DJ Catwalk, drinks, food, unexpected museum experiences, and more. 🎶🍸✨
The Witte only turns 100 once. You’re going to want to be here for this one. 👀
🗓️ Saturday, October 10
🌙 After Hours | 21+

08/24/2026

It’s the last week of August, but the San Antonio summer is still on fire! 🔥 We’ve got plenty of free activities to keep the kids cool after school, as well as weekend fun this August 23 - 30:

- Build a Human-Human Fruit and take it home with you at the LEGO store at North Star Mall! This Sunday 23rd, 12:00 - 2:00pm.

- Catch the first games of the NFL preseason at The Rock at La Cantera! Catch Seahawks vs Titans at 7pm on August 23rd, and Patriots vs Browns at 7pm on August 27th — both on the 40ft screen!

- Go on a Hill Country Explorer Adventure at Signia by Hilton La Cantera Resort & Spa! Kids aged 8-12 can explore the nature right outside their door in this guided trail walk on August 29 at 10:30am.

- Get FREE admission to The Witte Museum as a Bexar County resident on Tuesdays, 3-6pm! Let the kids learn, explore, and cool off after school in the museum’s incredible galleries and exhibits.

- School-aged kids can Read to a Dog at the Tobin Library (part of San Antonio Public Library) on Thursday 27th August from 3-4pm! Readers aged 5+ can practice their skills with therapy dogs and their handlers, on a first come first served basis.

- Join Once in a Wild at the Refuge Coffee and Beer Garden for their last Sunday of the month cafe and cuddles event! Register via EventBrite for FREE family fun, animal encounters, photo ops and more!

For more on everything happening in the Alamo City this week, check out Que Pasa! Have a great week ❤️

The whole museum is turning it up to 100 for Party of the Century!Celebrate a century of wonder with a full day of live ...
08/21/2026

The whole museum is turning it up to 100 for Party of the Century!
Celebrate a century of wonder with a full day of live music, hands-on activities, animal encounters, interactive art, local vendors, delicious food and birthday surprises for the whole family. Plus, everyone gets kids’ admission pricing for the day! 🎂🎶
🌙 Then, when the sun goes down, the party turns up. Party of the Century: After Hours brings a 21+ celebration with food, drinks, unexpected museum experiences, and live performances
One day. Two celebrations. 100 years in the making. 💙
The Witte only turns 100 once! 💯
🗓️ Save the date: Saturday, October 10

🌿 Healthy lands benefit everyone.Land stewardship helps support wildlife habitat, healthy soils, food production, recrea...
08/20/2026

🌿 Healthy lands benefit everyone.
Land stewardship helps support wildlife habitat, healthy soils, food production, recreation, carbon sequestration and more. Through Land Stewardship Ambassadors (LSA), high school students gain the knowledge and skills to understand these benefits and become advocates for the natural resources that sustain our communities.
Want to learn more about LSA and who can apply? Join us for an upcoming informational webinar!
🗓️ Monday, August 31 | 7–7:30 p.m.
💻 Link in bio

🪶 Ever wonder how birds fly?Discover the science behind active flight with educators from the Mitchell Lake Audubon Cent...
08/17/2026

🪶 Ever wonder how birds fly?
Discover the science behind active flight with educators from the Mitchell Lake Audubon Center during Saturday with a Scientist: Winged Wonders. Explore hands-on demonstrations, chat with experts, and learn how today's birds inspire scientists through their remarkable adaptations.
Then, continue your adventure in Pterosaurs: Flight in the Age of Dinosaurs and discover how flight has evolved over millions of years.
🗓️ Saturday, August 22 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
🎟️ Included with General Admission

📚✏️ Kick off the school year with a day of discovery at the Witte!Join us for Homeschool Day: Back to School on Thursday...
08/13/2026

📚✏️ Kick off the school year with a day of discovery at the Witte!
Join us for Homeschool Day: Back to School on Thursday, August 27, and enjoy early museum access, hands-on demonstrations, interactive learning, storytime, animal encounters, science activities, and more. Pack a picnic lunch and make a day of exploring, learning, and having fun together at the museum.
🗓️ Thursday, August 27 | 9 a.m.- Noon
🎟️ $10 per participant
👧 Recommended for grades K–6

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3801 Broadway Street
San Antonio, TX
78209

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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(210) 357-1900

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