Got bored after a while. Could only spend so much time on Texas history. But if this is your thing, it's a good collection.

Oh, my! I had no idea this museum existed! (Of course, it's been 20 years since I was last in Galveston!) What a treasure! As a former Texas history teacher, I was floored by all of the original documents on display as well as the beautiful way they were displayed. There is so much to see and appreciate in this museum. It has become one of my favorites! All the people that work here are so friendly and clearly proud of this jewel of a museum--rightly so!

We ended up with terrible storms moving in on our weekend to Galveston. This museum was the perfect activity to let the storms pass. We learned some history, saw great artifacts, and enjoyed the current bird exhibit.

A lot of history of the area, not just of the flood of 1900 and how the original building was used. Very nice staff.

Very neat western and Texas History museum which currently has a Billy Gibbons (ZZ Top) display that is worth the price of admission on it's own.

The Bryan Museum is located in an old orphanage and is now owned by the J. P. Bryan family. Persons interested in art, western and Texas history, and architecture should enjoy visiting this museum. Unfortunately, during our visit the library, which had been impressed on us as a room worth seeing, was undergoing remodeling and we were unable to appreciate it.

Excellent museum with fascinating history of Galveston and Texas. The collections were amazing, the old guns, saddles, and the informative videos of the great 1900 hurricane were incredible. We loved it!

Really enjoyed the history inside the museum. Wish that they would of included the back story of the orphanage and maybe some feedback from the children that were there. That’s just me though.

The Bryan Museum has some really interesting exhibitions. I would have liked more information on the times it was an Orphanage though. Also… If you park in the museum parking lot, make sure you have a spot that will be easy to get out of if it gets crowded.

This is an incredible collection of all things western. The saddles are absolutely gorgeous and you could spend hours studying their details. The art is amazing. It is wonderful to be allowed to share a collector’s passion and there is something for everyone to enjoy here. Beautifully presented and informative. This museum is a class act from start to finish. Children should really enjoy the pirate-themed area in the basement too. Just go!

This museum does a good job in providing the historic timeline of civilization in Texas. A number of unique exhibits in a beautiful historic building. Staff was very knowledgeable and helpful

This is a large collection of Texas History. The best item has to be a book from 1550. Then to see the sword that actually captured Santa Anna. Survey tools used to measure the start of Texas.

Not expecting to see the journey through the history of Texas this place is a wonderful and has new and interesting visuals no matter which way you look. Could not be completely covered in one visit and is justified to make regular schedule for continued trips in the future.. Take the kids, take the family, take your best friend and partner but just go. You will be satisfied.

If you love learning about Texas history then you're in luck cause this place is all about history! Apparently the owner is a descendant of Stephen F. Austin so there are many authentic historical papers and memorabilia to see. There is a saddle exhibit which is pretty cool and a short film to watch about the hurricane of 1900. There are 2 floors of exhibits to go through so take your time and be sure to read about them all so you don't miss anything. There is a ground level as well with a small exhibit on the orphanage that used to be housed here and also a small exhibit about pirates and the early days of Galveston (not a lot of information on this one but the exhibit was kinda cool) so be sure to take the stairs down and check it out! The gift shop is in its own building located on the ground floor and is full of unique Texas souvenirs. They also do weddings at the Bryan Museum so some places may be off limits during that time. Be sure to walk outside once you are finished inside the museum to see all the little statues and the waterfall that was dedicated to the museum dog who passed a few years back. Quite a lot to see for the $14 admission price...so worth it!

Great family visit to discover Texas history. Kids 7 yo, 10 yo and 2.5 yo. did scavenger hunts that kept them engaged, while learning about past of the west. There are not scary Halloween decorations and ghost hunt around Halloween. Spent 2 hours and did not even noticed.