Located in downtown Beaumont, Texas, just beyond the bustling traffic of Interstate 10, people find a Texas-sized surprise whent they visit the Art Museum of Southeast Texas. There's always so much to see with rotating art exhibits, exciting educational activities and fun-filled family events. AMSET's exhibitions focus on 19th through 21st Century American fine and folk art with an emphasis on regionalism. Open Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday noon to 5 p.m.

Museum exhibiting life in Spindletop during the first oil boom.

Beautiful Beaux Arts colonial mansion built in 1906 by Texas oil family. 12,500 square feet of space with sweeping porches, fine furnishings and valuable antiques. Spacious lawns, flower beds surround the three-floor home. Home’s original furnishings on display. Check the website for special events. Guided tours at 10am, 11am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm with devoted volunteer-docent. Closed Mondays,Holidays. $3/person. Children 8 years or older. Call for appointment to avoid disappointment. 409-832-2134. two historical home designations