The Bryan Museum, located in Galveston, Texas, opened in 2015 and is home to an impressive collection of over 70,000 artifacts, documents, and artwork relating to Texas and the American West.
This incredible collection includes pieces ranging from ancient Native American cultural artifacts to modern twenty–first century objects.
Besides the artifacts, the museum also includes permanent galleries, space for rotating special exhibits, a library, and an archive.
The museum focuses on the chronological history of Texas and the American West, with a special emphasis on the Spanish influences in the region. It is a must–see destination for anyone interested in the history of the area.
The Bryan Museum History
J.P. Bryan’s remarkable collection of Texana is a testament to his passion and dedication for Texas history.
Bryan acquired his first two pieces of the Bryan Collection at around age ten, which was likely inspired by his family’s connection to the Texas Revolution.
As Bryan attended the University of Texas, the collection began to focus on Texana and expanded rapidly and eclectically.
Antique firearms, Western and Texas art, rare books, ephemera collections, and documents related to Texas‘ unique history were all added to the collection.
In 1981, Bryan started an energy company and moved the collection to its offices.
In 2013, he purchased the old Galveston Orphans Home, which was restored and opened as The Bryan Museum in 2015. The Bryan Museum presents a chronological history of Texas and the American West with a special emphasis on the Spanish influences in the region.
The Bryan Museum Information
Opening Hours
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10am–5pm |
| Thursday | 10am–7pm |
| Friday | 10am–5pm |
| Saturday | 10am–5pm |
| Sunday | 10am–5pm |
| Monday | Closed |
Contact
Phone: +1 409-632-7685
Address
Address: 1315 21st St, Galveston, TX 77550, United States
