Harlingen Arts and Heritage Museum

Review №1

Rating: 5

This is a really, really cool local museum that I would consider to be quite the hidden gem! The family and I had a great afternoon touring and exploring the historical buildings that have been relocated here. Will for sure be revisiting; recommend 100%.

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №2

Rating: 5

This was really fascinating. Theyve collected four of the actual buildings that played a role in the founding of Harlingen, including the first residential house (belonging to Lon C Hill), the first hospital, complete with its books, medical devices, and personal effects, post office where you can see real letters from past and present visitors, and the Stagecoach Inn where the Hills and other pioneers stayed at the river crossing - if I remember right.

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №3

Rating: 5

Wonderful place in Harlingen! Attended a puppy yoga class & loved it Visited on

Date: 3 months ago

Review №4

Rating: 4

The buildings in this museum are well preserved and show how life was in Harlingen when it was first started. Mr. Hill, who was the founder of Harlingens life story, is told in his house on the property. The HEB building is a nice story of how life was in the valley.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №5

Rating: 5

What a must see. Fun to walk through the buildings and see all the old antiques

Date: 4 months ago

Review №6

Rating: 5

Im a sucker for history and this was wonderful. Loved being able to walk through the historical homes and buildings. Really takes you back to a time of new beginnings. Would definitely recommend, mostly because people need to go to keep history alive.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №7

Rating: 4

Beautifully simple display of Harlingens history. A GEM !

Date: 5 months ago

Review №8

Rating: 5

Enjoyed reading and looking at our history

Date: 6 months ago

Review №9

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №10

Rating: 5

Surprisingly good exhibitions. Really good quilt exhibition

Date: 7 months ago

Review №11

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №12

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №13

Rating: 5

Great local history. Walk into the past exhibits. Free admission, donations accepted.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №14

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №15

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №16

Rating: 4

Clean, interesting, good place for all too learn some history

Date: 10 months ago

Review №17

Rating: 5

There were some great historical displays at this place but I was actually there to see the Day of the Dead display which is there until early November I believe.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №18

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №19

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №20

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №21

Rating: 5

Local history is great. Local historic houses moved to this location, first hospital, and rehabbed. Another building showing lots of Local historical information, farming, etc. Two art galleries that exhibit various artists. With the visit. Free, donation encouraged .

Date: a year ago

Review №22

Rating: 5

The new H E B museum is so interesting! Loved seeing Harlingen s history and learning something new. The historical buildings on the grounds are well preserved.

Date: a year ago

Review №23

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №24

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №25

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №26

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №27

Rating: 5

Nice place to see

Date: a year ago

Review №28

Rating: 5

We learned a lot about the history of Harlingen the exhibition was spectacular!

Date: a year ago

Review №29

Rating: 5

This place is amazing, and December 8th they will have christmas trees exhibition.

Date: a year ago

Review №30

Rating: 5

Definitely worth visiting, cool place and staff.

Date: a year ago

Review №31

Rating: 4

Great history within but more interesting is the history of medicine and the archaic tools doctors used for medical practices. Definitely a different world in a different time. The museum also seems to host touring exhibitions.

Date: a year ago

Review №32

Rating: 5

Friendly volunteer staff. A quiet space featuring an interesting slice of local history. Buildings are well-maintained and decorated.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №33

Rating: 5

Wow! This museum was filled with great information and history on the founder of Harlingen, Tx. Mr. Lon C. Hill. I loved touring his home, and seeing all of the beautiful antiques. I recommend stopping by and visiting this great establishment. The gentlemen greeted us with a smile and brief history and let us walk the museum in peace with family.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №34

Rating: 5

Had a great short free date with my girlfriend, was interesting to walk through the 2 historic buildings that are currently open. There was also a section with middle school kids paintings, of their favorite building in Harlingen. The paintings and the captions were fun to see.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №35

Rating: 4

Interesting mix of art, history, and classic architecture of culture of the Harlingen area. Free admission and worth a visit.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №36

Rating: 5

Very nice museum must visit

Date: 2 years ago

Review №37

Rating: 5

Awesome Displays, a trip back into time!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №38

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №39

Rating: 5

Good place!!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №40

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №41

Rating: 4

The culture museum was closed which we wanted to go. The buildings that were moved to there were closed because of climate. The quilt show was awesome took lots of pictures. Could only take pictures of the outside of the buildings we wanted to see. Ok only 4 stars because we did not get to see what we went for. Yes they are renovating the museum about the culture and history. Touring the houses or building was a disappointment since we couldnt.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №42

Rating: 3

Very interesting for what was open. Looks like the volunteers need to step up and give the grounds some much needed TLC.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №43

Rating: 5

They have some beautiful quilts on display till March.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №44

Rating: 5

The quilt exhibit was beautiful! They dont have an entrance fee so, please donate.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №45

Rating: 5

I went to Dia de los muertos exhibit and opening ceremony. The alters and performance by musicians and matachines was great.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №46

Rating: 5

Nice place with some great history.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №47

Rating: 5

Simply awesome, installed new LED track lights and fixtures. The whole place has been renovated and has many new displays of Harlingens history! Come and check it out for yourself! You will be in awed!!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №48

Rating: 4

Date: 2 years ago

Review №49

Rating: 5

I always enjoy the museums displays.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №50

Rating: 5

Docents helped research Cuba-Brownsville hurricane, was open on a Holiday weekend, very pleasant and good displays. The wedding dress display was excellent, back to1890 I believe. A little sad to think, a thought provoking display suggesting mortality.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №51

Rating: 5

Great employees & very friendly. Answered all my questions I had. I had a wonderful experience.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №52

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №53

Rating: 2

The place is in need of major help. Took my nephew who likes history and my we were do disappointed. Many buildings looked you could look threw dirty windows. Grass needs to be mowed brick walkway had weeds and grass growing up threw it. Place needs a good cleanup. Most museums have a group of people that help out. This place is on need.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №54

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №55

Rating: 5

Great! Very rewarding.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №56

Rating: 4

Much of it is still closed

Date: 3 years ago

Review №57

Rating: 4

Date: 3 years ago

Review №58

Rating: 5

They have yearly quilting displays.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №59

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №60

Rating: 5

Theres a quilting collection on display that is amazing. The detail of the designs is so very intricate...you have to see it. Loved that the quilters stories are posted beside each display.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №61

Rating: 5

Excellent display of local history. Buildings are maintained. Nice Christmas Tree display.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №62

Rating: 5

Great historic museum!!!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №63

Rating: 4

Great little place. Super friendly staff. Must see.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №64

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №65

Rating: 5

A nice museum to visit. It is very interesting to see stuff from back then. No fee but donations are accepted.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №66

Rating: 5

This is a great way to relax by going through the museum. We had a surprise. My grand sons picture was displayed in 2 different places.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №67

Rating: 5

Awesome!!!:)

Date: 4 years ago

Review №68

Rating: 4

Enjoyed the quilts and the ladies have an excellent presentation.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №69

Rating: 5

Very nice staff

Date: 4 years ago

Review №70

Rating: 3

Beautiful place

Date: 4 years ago

Review №71

Rating: 5

Terrific quilt display

Date: 4 years ago

Review №72

Rating: 5

Great CHRISTMAS tree event.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №73

Rating: 5

A marvelous heritage museum.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №74

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №75

Rating: 4

Date: 4 years ago

Review №76

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №77

Rating: 5

Great Quilt exhibit, and the beautiful Historic Buildings, depicting the early days of Harlingen

Date: 4 years ago

Review №78

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №79

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №80

Rating: 4

For a great introduction to the history of Harlingen, this is a sure stop for you! Its not the largest museum, but what it offers is quaint charm, and an interactive experience. The tour is self guided and free. Support the museum with donations as it is a great way to keep the historical spirit of Harlingen alive.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №81

Rating: 5

It was great. The staff were friendly and helpful. Had a good time seeing a part of the past.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №82

Rating: 5

A great place to visit.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №83

Rating: 5

Interesting exhibits and original buildings on site.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №84

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №85

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №86

Rating: 5

It was a fun time!

Date: 4 years ago

Review №87

Rating: 5

Love all the exhibits they host

Date: 4 years ago

Review №88

Rating: 5

Taste of Harlingen 2019 was so much fun.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №89

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №90

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №91

Rating: 4

Date: 4 years ago

Review №92

Rating: 5

Nice exhibits. A must see for newcomers to the valley like us. Admission is free!

Date: 4 years ago

Review №93

Rating: 5

Beautiful facilities. Large chandeliers in the dining area, and building looks to be practically newly updated. Definitely a place where you could have a nice wedding reception

Date: 5 years ago

Review №94

Rating: 5

A great place to visit when youre in town

Date: 5 years ago

Review №95

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №96

Rating: 4

Date: 5 years ago

Review №97

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №98

Rating: 5

I brought my friend?Andrea and her?daughter Skya here today...hot outside but old buildings cool and a different beautiful as Andrea said. Mosaics and Butterfly Bonanza of kids artwork. Wow.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №99

Rating: 5

Awesome programs for the kids. Everyone cares lots and you can tell

Date: 5 years ago

Review №100

Rating: 4

Date: 5 years ago

Review №101

Rating: 5

Great place to learn about and experience Harlingen history. Today 06/22/19 they had a mosaic butterfly making class for children, an art exhibit, a historical calendar exhibit, and the original restored hospital, and others are great. Take your children, its amazing how much has changed in only 100 years.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №102

Rating: 4

Fun for the kids

Date: 5 years ago

Review №103

Rating: 5

It is an amazing place

Date: 5 years ago

Review №104

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №105

Rating: 4

Date: 5 years ago

Review №106

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №107

Rating: 2

Date: 5 years ago

Review №108

Rating: 5

Informative and fun

Date: 5 years ago

Review №109

Rating: 1

Boring and some buildings were closed

Date: 5 years ago

Review №110

Rating: 1

Boring

Date: 5 years ago

Review №111

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №112

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №113

Rating: 3

Date: 5 years ago

Review №114

Rating: 4

Enjoyed the tour; good film and history of the city

Date: 5 years ago

Review №115

Rating: 4

Greater Tuna was funny.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №116

Rating: 5

Great museum with a lot of history. The kids and I enjoyed it and will be back.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №117

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №118

Rating: 4

Although It is a small museum, it seems to be kept with care and joy. It was nice to know about a important part of the Harlingens history, its historical buildings and objects. When I went there, they were having a painting exposition by a lovely local artist and a historical calendars expo. I had a really nice time.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №119

Rating: 5

Interesting little museum that has such wonderful history about Harlingen. Would recommend all harlingen citizens to come and learn about there histort!

Date: 5 years ago

Review №120

Rating: 5

A step back into history. A great way to start a conversation with the kids about how everyday life used to be. Frequent visitor and will continue to be.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №121

Rating: 3

Date: 5 years ago

Review №122

Rating: 5

Very informative ! A nice place to spend some time!

Date: 5 years ago

Review №123

Rating: 3

Great place to to a see the history of Harlingen2

Date: 5 years ago

Review №124

Rating: 5

Great Christmas tree displays back in December 2018, I did enjoy the old town hospital building and the artifacts they had displayed.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №125

Rating: 5

Great and friendly

Date: 5 years ago

Review №126

Rating: 5

Great place to take your family. Plenty of local history, and some really Great Events.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №127

Rating: 5

Is nice place

Date: 5 years ago

Review №128

Rating: 4

Small local museum... cozy

Date: 5 years ago

Review №129

Rating: 4

Beautiful display of decorated Christmas trees

Date: 5 years ago

Review №130

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №131

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №132

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №133

Rating: 4

The story now

Date: 6 years ago

Review №134

Rating: 3

Date: 6 years ago

Review №135

Rating: 5

Great museum & collections!

Date: 6 years ago

Review №136

Rating: 5

Exciting to learn about the history of this small Texas city. A lot of the displays there are donated. Not busy during the week either. Really allowed me to spend my time throughout. Its free but donations are encouraged.

Date: 6 years ago

Review №137

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №138

Rating: 5

Great service and attention

Date: 6 years ago

Review №139

Rating: 4

Date: 6 years ago

Review №140

Rating: 5

Great pics of the past.

Date: 6 years ago

Review №141

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №142

Rating: 5

Its a great location to sit and relax while look at art. Its usually pretty quiet in here and the people, at least when Ive been there, are much older. The staff are beyond helpful with any questions.

Date: 6 years ago

Review №143

Rating: 4

Very informative

Date: 6 years ago

Review №144

Rating: 4

Date: 6 years ago

Review №145

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №146

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №147

Rating: 5

Its a pretty big place with no echo

Date: 6 years ago

Review №148

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №149

Rating: 3

Nice place to go to

Date: 6 years ago

Review №150

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №151

Rating: 5

What a jewel.

Date: 6 years ago

Review №152

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №153

Rating: 5

Wonderful Christmas Tree display

Date: 6 years ago

Review №154

Rating: 3

Date: 6 years ago

Review №155

Rating: 5

Awesome place for kids and family friendly

Date: 6 years ago

Review №156

Rating: 5

Date: 6 years ago

Review №157

Rating: 5

Date: 7 years ago

Review №158

Rating: 5

Lovely place, always with fresh art and entertainment

Date: 7 years ago

Review №159

Rating: 5

Date: 7 years ago

Review №160

Rating: 5

A great place to find out about the history of harlingen plus there is usually a art gallery going on.

Date: 7 years ago

Review №161

Rating: 5

This place is wonderful. Lots of interesting information about Harlingen.

Date: 7 years ago

Review №162

Rating: 5

Very friendly staff

Date: 7 years ago

Review №163

Rating: 5

Lots to see and hosting was great.

Date: 7 years ago

Review №164

Rating: 5

Upon entering the Art museum, you will sign in and be greeted by friendly faces, a truly welcoming and informative group of folks. There will be several different galleries to browse. These change periodically it s always a fresh exhibit. Love it. I loved this Heritage museum. I felt incredibly refreshed visiting here. I know that is hard to believe or even odd to say. I was drawn in with the attention to detail, the cleanliness and meticulously maintained grounds.

Date: 8 years ago

Review №165

Rating: 5

Date: 8 years ago

Review №166

Rating: 5

My last coment didnt appear so to put it shortly, people will be suprised at how informative the museum is on Harlingen history and its neighbors. I can grantee that it is worth going too.

Date: 8 years ago

Review №167

Rating: 5

Date: 8 years ago

Review №168

Rating: 4

Date: 8 years ago

Review №169

Rating: 5

Date: 9 years ago