McNay Art Museum

We visited the McNay on a quiet weekday and had a great experience. The check-in process was smooth, and we appreciated the military and senior discounts. The museum blends a Spanish style historic mansion with thoughtfully curated art from a range of time periods—Renaissance religious works, modern pieces, and artists like Monet, Pollock and Diego Rivera. We also enjoyed some unique video installations and interactive spaces. The central courtyard and pond was peaceful and relaxed. We spent about two hours and followed it with lunch nearby—a lovely, low-key afternoon.

Wonderful collection that spans several movements from the last 100 years or so. The building is very unique and beautiful with the interior courtyard providing a tranquil spot for repose and reflection. The grounds are picturesque and the perfect backdrop for a photoshoot.

Had a great time. They have plenty of discount deals so I would look into that! I like that they had a kid section to show off High Schoolers work. The famous paintings were pretty amazing to see and the sculpture garden could be its own visit in itself. They have some free cards at the front desk to check out and then the gift shop for other goodies. I went around 3 pm on a Sunday and it was fairly empty which I appreciated because I had time to analyze the paintings without worrying about blocking someone else’s view!

I was absolutely stunned by this beautiful museum. My husband and I pre-ordered same-day tickets, which we were able to show on our phones, and came in without any issue at all. Parking can be tight in the front, but they do have plenty of additional parking to the left. The museum has different sections including a sculpture hall, special exhibitions, and their main collection. They even had a Spotlight! section for local children’s art. The collection really was phenomenal, with a large variety in pieces and plenty of things to see. One of the current special exhibitions was Designing Shakespeare, which featured set, costume, and prop designs for different Shakespearean shows throughout history. It was just perfection. All in all, it was a very fun trip, and I am excited to return. I would heavily recommend the McNay to anyone who wants to look at fantastic art in this city.

Excellent selection of choice art and sculptures both inside and outside on the garden grounds. They also have exhibits that change throughout the year. I very much enjoyed all aspects of this fine place. Staff were very helpful and informative throughout my visit here. You will love this place inside and outside for sure.

This is an incredible destination to immerse yourself in the beauty of art and the richness of history. It seamlessly blends modernist elements with traditional charm, creating a unique and harmonious atmosphere. Whether you’re drawn to contemporary masterpieces or classic works steeped in cultural heritage, this place has something for everyone. It's highly recommended for anyone who holds a deep appreciation for art and seeks an enriching experience. Make sure to add it to your list of must-visit spots!

Came here for violin concert last night and it was amazing! Very friendly staff, very professional. The museum adjacent to the event area had a prelude music rehearsal with the quartet while you’re immersing yourself with the beautiful ballet exhibit. Clear instructions and I got to see the fountain at night. They had open bar, water was available and decent crowd. You should be able to see their events on the site. And to top it all, I was able to retrieve my purse I forgot the night. A whole different level of respect to the staff promoting music, arts, culture at the least. Must see if you’re in San Antonio.

One of the iconic locations in San Antonio. McNay is a wonderful mix of visual artistic beauty and engaging architecture. McNay has long been a destination for photos of all types, but for us it is a great location for engagement, bridal, proposal, and wedding photos. The grounds are ideal for creating an elegant sophisticated look that will delight any couple.

The McNay is beautiful inside and outside. The building is gorgeous and the pieces on display were impressive. My local university id got me free entrance so I will definitely visit more often. I visited in July and some well-known artists on display were Pablo Picasso, Jackson Pollock, Claude Monet, Henri Matisse, and Edgar Degas. You can view online what other artists/pieces the McNay has, but it does not mean they will be on display. For example, they hold Van Gogh and Georgia O'keefe works but they were not on display the day I went. I loved going to the McNay, and their little shop area by the entrance had some cute items. My only complaint is that I wish they offered more prints in their gift shop area of some of the works they hold.

Came here for violin concert last night and it was amazing! Very friendly staff, very professional. The museum adjacent to the event area had a prelude music rehearsal with the quartet while you're immersing yourself with the beautiful ballet exhibit. Clear instructions and I got to see the fountain at night. They had open bar, water was available and decent crowd. You should be able to see their events on the site. And to top it all, I was able to retrieve my purse I forgot the night. A whole different level of respect to the staff promoting music, arts, culture at the least. Must see if you're in San Antonio.

The McNay Free Family day was a great event! There was live music, food trucks, and a couple activities for the kids like a community mural, origami, scrapbook pages, and screen printed tote bags. The Photo Booth unfortunately closed earlier in the day and there were a few activities that ended before the day was over. I think it was a great opportunity to bring kids to the museum and have them involved in the arts. I'd love to see more programming from the McNay.

Definitely a beautiful place and a must while in SA. I was visiting SA and a friend who lives in SA brought me here and it was worth it! It was a day with free admission and we were able to not only see the art, the architecture and history was pretty impeccable. I'd highly recommend if you visit San Antonio.

One of the ways to keep busy and get a touch of culture, is to visit the Mcnay Museum of Art. General admission is free every Thursday from 4-9 p.m., courtesy of H-E-B, and first Sunday of every month from Noon to 5 p.m., courtesy of the Dickson Allen Foundation, with a cost of $10 for special exhibits. Exploring the beautiful building that houses the art and looking at some famous pieces of art, was one way to kill a couple of hours of our The McNay is a converted home with a gorgeous fountain patio and interesting sculptures spread throughout the front lawn. The art doesn't change in the main area, but they will add small exhibits towards the back area. The day we visited, they had a public-school student art exhibit and miniature dioramas from famous movie sets. They always have a new main exhibit at the left of their entrance, that is not included in the free admission, but is sometimes about $10 per person. We had children with us this visit, so I thought they would be bored, but they loved exploring the place, especially the fountain area and looking at sculptures in the front lawn. Really was impressed art the place and the fact that it was free for the day we visited.

Very nice place filled with so much that catches your eye. I wanted to come and see the nightmare before Christmas exhibit before they took it down. I was expecting more but nevertheless I enjoyed my visit. Students get in for free while they offer other discounts and offers to military, and seniors. The place it nice and quiet. The general admission price is 10 with an added price for the special exhibits. They had an interactive experience exhibit where you can engage with your creative side. The place doesn't seem overwhelming with only a few levels and turns. Staff was nice and greeted us often. They have a small shopping area when you first walk in. I would recommend and come back to see what other things they display. It is very nice inside and out. We did take a nice walk outside and took a few pictures.

We travel to San Antonio from Austin for our urgent art fixes. The McNay is splendid and nearly always satisfies my soul with shows that surprise, refresh and restore me to a good place no matter what life throws at me. That's a lot. One more thing: This museum is combining new virtual art from masters like Jennifer Steinkamp with Impressionists, Mexican muralists, and contemporary sculpture in a genius way. It is brilliant, and a guiding light for art museums everywhere.

San Antonio's original modern art museum...OG since 1927. It's a fantastic way to pass the time in a serene setting. They rotate out exhibits regularly, and can enjoy familiar works in a different ways. This museum has a wonderful collection of pieces from all genres. Their rotations can be theme based or Look on the calendar for second Thursdays when they host folks to enjoy activities and vendors in their grounds. Recommended during the spring or fall. I really enjoy dropping by to see what the exhibition in the front hall. Usually, there is a visiting theme that allows the McNay to re-share some of their permanent pieces that fit that theme. The kids enjoy walking the grounds, especially the sculpture garden, and the interactivity of the Studio. We have fun there all the time.

The McNay is a world class art museum and might be a strong contender for a spot in the top 5 of my favorite museums in The United States. Parking isn't too much of a hassle. They have plenty of spots out front, although parking might be harder if you go for a special event. There are many sculptures and fountains throughout the grounds outside, so if the weather is great, I recommend walking around the outside portion. It is not to be missed. They had a special exhibit with art by Deborah Artists that I saw on Facebook and drove all the way from Austin to check it out. The exhibit was everything. I spent an hour looking at all of the art, reading all of the descriptions, watching the films on display, and just taking in the experience. If you missed it, you truly missed out. That was one of the most well curated exhibits I have ever seen. I have been to the McNay previously for one of their evening events where they have food trucks and stuff, but this was my first time attending during the day. One thing museums usually lack is diversity within the art that they display, but the McNay champions diversity at every turn. There was even a painting of 2Pac! The other highlight of my visit was stumbling upon an exhibit with fashion from the Broadway show Wicked! As someone who has seen that show, it was very cool to see all of the details in the outfits up close. I didn't even know they had that exhibit, so it was a welcome surprise. My only cons - the "gift shop" was very small and there was no cafe onsite, but there are good food options nearby in Alamo heights. 10/10 recommend that everyone visit the McNay at least once. You won't be disappointed.

I have to say my favorite exhibit is the costume exhibit. It is flowing and plentiful. A lot of the other exhibits were strange.

Went on a Thursday, and had no idea they offered a a free community day admission. This was a pleasant surprise. What an incredible deal for such a beautiful museum that contains so much lovely art. The architecture of the home, gardens, and sculptures throughout are amazing. You can spend all day there and still not see everything. The setting is so peaceful and an overall enjoyable place to spend the day.

Today was a visit just to see the Nightmare Before Christmas exhibit. It was fun to get out and enjoy. Would have loved to see more interactive and/or animated features!

I loved coming to this museum, it was so much fun and it was such a beautiful place. They're very military friendly and while there we experienced the coolest exhibit, Tim Burtons Dreamland. I really enjoyed walking around such a beautifully esthetic location the architecture was astounding and all of the staff were so friendly and helpful. This place has such an amazing library and wonderful spots to sit and read.

Gotta love a trip to the McNay! Pro tip: go on Thursday evenings when admission is free! This museum is filled with beautiful treasures and artwork. It's a relatively smaller museum so you can get through it pretty quickly. Keep an eye on their social media and website to keep up with what new things they have going on as far as events and new exhibits! I recently returned for the limited-time-only Dreamland exhibit and was so impressed!! There's several rooms to wander around to admire different works of art. There's also a courtyard worth checking out and in the front of the museum, there's a pretty sculpture park! Go support the arts!

I love coming here when there's new exhibits.i came out because my son was being featured and brought the whole family. It rained when we got to the outside exhibits but it was a pleasant surprise since it was so hot.

Fairly new to exploring San Antonio and what a gem the McNay museum is! So grateful to have found this place while searching for must see/do/go places in SATX! A vast part of the museum is what used to be a Spanish style home/mansion. The interior is now various galleries that display hundreds of years worth of a collection of all kinds of artwork and artists. The "Spanish home" has a beautiful and lush garden with a fountain in the center. All around there is plenty of outdoor seating areas where people were sitting and reading. What a magical place! In addition to the regular gallery and art exhibits, my husband and I were happy to hear there is a temporary exhibit by Tim Burton (Nightmare before Xmas) called Dreamland. It has time slots that you can reserve. We were fortunate enough to see it and it made our overall experience here at McNay even more unforgettable! A stunning museum inside and out with the friendliest and most helpful Staff! Last but not least, ALL military have free admission, courtesy of USAA! Yay! Thank you all so much! We cannot wait to return!

Now I can add a new museum as one of my top favorites. The McNay Museum in San Antonio offers a unique art experience with inspirational pieces from classical and modern artists. We took our time walking through enjoying art from artists such as Picasso, Georgia O'Keefe and Claude Monet. Marion was a heiress who purchased her 1st work a Diego Rivera piece called Delfina Flores.She went on to hire an architect to design her 24 room Spanish Colonial home that would eventually become the core of the present museum. Marian collected 19th and 20th century European and American art.When she died in 1950 she left more than 700 works of art and in 1954 The McNay opened the 1st modern art museum in Texas. The museum's collection now has more than 22,000 works including Medieval and Renaissance art. Thank you my yelpies for suggesting we try this museum.

We had a good time at the museum. I took my kids and they enjoyed the kid section and where intrigued with all the different type of art.

Finally, I made it to the McNay museum after 8 years of living here, and we realized that we have been definitely missing out. What a great place to visit and explore. Staff was very welcoming and knowledgeable about the exhibits and shared some great insight. We also received a military discount to visit FREE during this time and learned that it is also from on Thursdays 4-9 p.m for everyone. We had such a great time viewing the del la Dotorre brothers exhibit that we hope to come back before it leaves. Can't wait to come back.

Wow! So interesting to learn about Marion McNay, her passion for art and artists and how her bequest established the first museum of modern art in Texas. Marion McNay inherited wealth from her parents who discovered substantial quantities of oil in their Kansas pasture fields. As an only child, she was able to study art and then invest her fortune to collect paintings from American and European artists. She especially loved Southwestern pieces and even married an artist briefly (she was married and divorced five times!) Unfortunately the greatest and first love of her life, Don McNay, caught the Spanish Flu and died during the pandemic in 1918. He introduced her to San Antonio when he was stationed in Laredo during World War 1. Eventually, she moved to San Antonio where she married a wealthy ophthalmologist, Donald Atkinson. They built their large 24 room Spanish Colonial Revival Mediterranean styled home during the Great Depression as neither of their fortunes were affected. Many of the hand stenciled work and tiles were done by Marion herself. They divorced, but she kept the home and her growing art collection. As she had no children, she left her home, 23 acres of land and 700 works of art to establish the museum which bears her name today. Watch the movie to learn more about Marion, her life, her love and the McNay Museum in a small room at the top of the stairs. Fun to explore the home. Ask the docents in each room for some fun facts. Walk out on the balconies. Check out the kiva fireplace and look at the hand painted ceilings in the entry and dining room. The collection has grown to include pieces by El Greco, Monet, Marc Chagall, Georgia O'Keefe and Paul Gauguin. Love the sculpture hall with works by Rodin, Alexander Calder and Chaim Gross. The Japanese Garden is so tranquil and LOVE by Robert Indiana just makes you smile. Definitely a nice museum, sculpture garden and grounds to explore on a sunny winter afternoon. The museum participates in NARM/ROAM reciprocal admission programs, but they also offer free admission throughout the week on Thursdays, first Sundays, military, Bank of America and more. Parking is always free as are the grounds.

Beautiful museum! It had a great mix of contemporary and modern galleries, along with some breathtaking spots of Spanish Architecture. The space was clean and serene, and there was an interesting mix of different medias on display. The front desk was friendly and checked my family and I in quickly! I would highly recommend, it was a great place to wander around on a Saturday :)

This museum is fabulous! Im so happy my friend told me about it! Beautiful space and rich artwork from renowned artists. $20 to enter Also, very interactive! Loved it

Got an early start to enjoy the Dreamland exhibit. It was full of curiosities and whimsical art! We got free entry with our military ID, which was a plus but even so, the tickets are very budget friendly! The grounds was buzzing on this Saturday morning because of the "Ring of Fire" solar eclipse! We had front row seats out by the waterfall fountain. Onlookers brought out their blankets and just lazed around with their families and dates watching the magic unfold. On the other side of the property there was love in the air as a wedding couple said "I Do". Spent about and 1 1/2 just meandering the museum. If you have time for a leisurely day, I would recommend stopping by! The weather is gorgeous and the Mcnay is a tranquil place to pause and release the weeks worries or woes. Reset, recharge and enjoy the magnificent sculptures and art displayed for our viewing pleasure!

I love this museum . We went to the nightmare before Christmas exhibit . It was super cute and the grounds are so beautiful. Nice place to spend the day :)

Stunning architecture (Cali style) served with a main course of an exquisite, indoor collection including costume pieces for the infamous Broadway play, Wicked! The only downside: some portions of the museum were closed 7-9 PM during my visit. I'll have to come back for another round...

Hello my dear Texan fellows, I swing by over the weekend to check the McNay, believe it or not, never been and was very curious to check the "Unlimited Pumpkin" expo. I was honestly blown away, not only by the well kept premises but the amazing art being displayed. I spent well over 1 hour admiring the paints, pics, sculptures. There is McNay employees all over in case you have any questions regarding get lost. Make sure to scan the Q-scan code so you have the interaction map. Honestly I will happily come me back!

Beautiful grounds and mansion, amazing displays from world-renowned artists...not expected and very impressed! Bonus that admission was free since we happened to go on Thursday after 4pm. However, my husband was very disappointed that the upstairs exhibit with his favorite artist, El Greco, was closed

This museum is my very favorite in San Antonio. It has such rich history. A wonderful story of a woman that made it so we have the museum to begin with. I didn't know this museum was privately owned. On the second floor there is a video you can watch of the wonderful art collector woman that made this museum happen. I don't want to give away too much I want you to go and discover for yourself. This museum that used to be the house of that same lovely woman art collector is so beautiful. It is breathtaking all over the place. You are literally walking through what used to be a mansion. It is so full of wonderful pieces of art you would love it. What caught my eye this visit was the Monet painting but I didn't take a picture of it. I studied Monet in high school so it brought sweet memories. The garden in the middle of the museum is so beautiful and enchanting. It has Spanish style built architecture and a fantastic fountain in the middle. I took so many pictures of the outside and inside but not so much of the art because I want that to be a surprise for you and your family and friends! PS: It is FREE every Thursday 4pm-9pm!

Drove all the way from Houston to catch the Kusama exhibition and 1st time at the McNay. I didn't have any clues from the museum and was very impressed with it. It looks small from the outside but it's quite big inside. It has so many exhibition to see and of course my favorite is the Kusama. I love the ideas of the big windows which gave a view to the garden and also the beautiful garden in the back is also lovely. Glad I check it out. Staffs are also very friendly.

This was my second time to the museum. I went with my girlfriend who is a member. Fascinating museum which is a converted Spanish-style mansion. Fabulous, eclectic mix of modern art along with centuries-old pieces. They had several Picasso pieces which excited me. Extraordinarily gorgeous courtyard in the middle of the museum with exquisite, beautiful tiles. I am now considering becoming a member.

Growing up in San Antonio there have been several school field trips to the McNay Art Museum throughout the years. Now as an adult I was super elated to come by again and bring my partner to show off the beautiful grounds and out-of-this-world artwork that the McNay has been collecting for decades! There are so many nooks and crannies of rooms here that is so easy to get lost (and it's a good thing!) in the art work in each room and the views out of the window of the mansion! Some of the best picturesque spots can be found all around the property with most of them outside. Parking is super easy and safe! It was hard not to take all the pictures before having to pay admission to see the installations and art inside. In fact we saw many people taking graduation and quince pictures on the grounds. I can definitely see why as the grounds are super kept up, trimmed, and clean. I really enjoyed the Selena exhibit as well as it caught me by surprise and allowed me to really see Selena as herself in the photography exhibit we saw. Not sure if there is food or a cafe on the grounds but I found myself super thirsty on a hot day on our visit but knowing you can come and go (with your paid admission) you could take a quick lunch down Broadway before coming back to see the rest of the museum.

A visit to the the McNay is always time well spent. What makes this museum unique is that it is located on the grounds of a mansion. The only cause for disappointment is that it appears their gift shop to longer has a dedicated room but is now located in the lobby. Make time to visit the outdoor grounds too but you may have to try to avoid photo bombing the photo shoots taking place.

My favorite San Antonio Art Museum. Be sure to catch the Tim Burton exhibit "Nightmare Before Christmas ", which closes mid-January '24 , according to the museum staff person.

This was a stunning museum that have wonderful works those display the most creative way. I absolutely recommend coming here if you have time. The architecture of this building was magnificent as well as the grounds.

Visited this Museum Solo. Loved it! I was a bit surprised to find that this Museum has ample staff working throughout the interior of this Museum. Almost every room/collection had a staff member standing by. The experience I had was tranquil and enjoyable. I loved the inner design and architecture of the older side of the Museum. The tile work throughout the building is absolutely exquisite! The overall design and architecture of the Museum is beautiful! I was grateful that it was totally chill vibes and wasn't overly booked with guests. I did loose some items that I purchased while walking the grounds and was a bit bummed (I declined having the items bagged‍), but the architecture, landscaping design and sights made up for it. This Museum is a definite must visit if you're in San Antonio!

I have ben coming here since I was a boy. God bless Mrs. Mc Nay for giving this to all of us.

This place was really cool! Fun surprise: free for active military! They have some cool/ different exhibits. What really got me though was the architecture of the building. This place is stunning and I can't wait to see how it looks after all the construction! Friendly staff, every room we went into, most people stopped to talk to us and teach us more about the art/ artist that was featured. They require you to use hand sanitizer before entering and also check your temperature. My temperature spiked from walking around the sculpture garden but instead of turning me away they just had me sit for 2 mins in the AC and sure enough, my temperature went back to normal. I expected them to make me feel like a disease or something but they didn't and even made light hearted jokes with me about the situation. I would come here just for the customer service again. Whoever was working the front this morning, amazing. Please come check this place out and support some local artists! Another bonus: free parking!

I drove from Houston to San Antonio to visit this beautiful museum. I came to see the Wayne Thiebaud exhibit (4 days before he had passed) and the museum was amazing!! I love that parking was free and plentiful! If you're from Houston, you know that you have to pay by the hour to park near the museum. Smh. The staff workers were SO friendly!! I'm a teacher but I left my ID at home (3 hours away lol) but the lady at the front desk was so kind as to give me the discount anywaysThe museum is a lot bigger than you'd think! The architecture of the museum is based off an old home. Super cool place! A must visit for those who love art!!!

Ooh, look y'all! They have a mini LOVE sculpture! I'm such a fan of pop art that I could stop right there-- and believe me I'm tempted-- but I'll go on! The McNay has a fabulous collection of art... did I mention the LOVE sculpture? lol The San Antonio cultural displays and the wide variety of artwork displayed here is pretty impeccable. Hats off to the groundskeepers as the landscaping is top notch and the fact that I noticed it in the presence of the aforementioned LOVE sculpture says a lot! Unfortunately, a few rooms and collections were closed for renovations (bummer) during my visit, but I was still able to get lost in ample amounts of art! It's a very relaxing visit, and you definitely want to take a gander when in SA.

I went on a Thursday night which to my luck was free general admission thanks to HEB! I like that they have free nights because it gives people a chance to come explore and get lost in art that might not have the means to. I came to hear a lecture from artist Rassaad Newsome about his recent artwork. I was drawn in to this lecture because he is an artist from New Orleans (which you can see in his work) and because he collaborated with Solange Knowles. I enjoyed his video work and it really had me fall in love more with nawlins bounce music. I had time before the lecture so I enjoyed my free admission which consisted of me being able to see pieces from the museums permanent collection. The museums permanent work is located in areas that gives the feeling of an old house. Which made the viewing experience comfortable. Even the museum grounds give off a look of being on an enormous mansion compound. They have a courtyard that is filled with beautiful ponds, sculptures, and tile work. I really enjoyed all the artwork. Lucky for me I went around Christmas time and they had the Nightmare at Christmas collection out. It's really great to see all the movie pieces and if you have kids it's really something to take them to see. Once it came time for the lecture I went to the hall and they were offering cups of wine to sip on and enjoy the lecture, I felt very sophisticated. I really appreciate the museum hosting lectures on free nights and it was a great opportunity to see the artist and hear him talk about his work and passion. A lot of famous artist are no longer around so it's great to hear and see the creative mind behind the work. Definitely make sure you come out and support this museum. They really have something for everybody!

The McNay Art Museum in San Antonio is a truly special place. Established in 1954, it was the first museum of modern art in Texas and houses an impressive collection that spans ancient Greece to the present day - including works from renowned artists such as Monet, Picasso, Pollock and Rothko. The knowledgeable staff make for an enjoyable visit that's filled with interesting facts about the history of this amazing museum. Whether you're looking for something new or old, there's something here for everyone - so be sure to check out the McNay Art Museum next time you're visiting San Antonio.

A museum staple in San Antonio. Whether you're here for the permanent artwork, the exhibitions, or photo ops on the Museum grounds, you'll enjoy the experience!

This is an awesome museum! More-so, I love the different exhibits they offer This month they featured art from African Americans. We came on a Thursday night when it's free from 4-9, otherwise it's $20.00 per adult. They also offer student discounts. The featured exhibit was an additional $10.00. Make sure you grab a map to make sure you hit everything and feel free to take part in the interactive art/displays they have. Some of the workers were really nice and offered to take pictures of our group, while others have folks the side eye. There were photographers on site with brides, so I assume you can pay to use the grounds and the building as you like. It's a beautiful old mansion situated in a neighborhood, so it can be easily missed. Check out their website for different events.

Nice outdoor scenic grounds for path walking. Indoor Exhibits always entertain different topics.

My husband a I adore this museum. It's the perfect spot for an evening walk. considering it's near many restaurants in the Alamo heights area, it might be our favorite place to begin our dates.

This was my first time visit the McNay. I was so excited to stop by because they always have such cool art on display. When I visited they had the TransAmerica display up. They had beautiful portraits of Andy Warhol and different artist. They had an interactive display where you were able to speak with artist who was drawing himself by looking in the mirror. I loved how they incorporated this into their display because you usually never see something as unique as that. The museum is beautiful. You can go outside and snap some pictures in their garden. It is so peaceful and perfect to relax and take in the view. If you are a Texas A&M San Antonio student you get in for free. For their special display, they charged me $10 dollars which is not bad at all. The museum is perfect for a nice Saturday out in the town.

Back in September of 2020, Peg and I were stir-crazy, so, COVID-19 be damned!!! In a deliberate act of defiance to the gods and goddesses of all things viral and infectious, we journeyed forth to The Big City to visit the McNay. The purpose was to visit two exhibits, one for Peg--"Fashion Nirvana"--and one for me--"Hollywood's Sistine Chapel." Well, the viral deities must have exacted their revenge by commanding my computer to secret the photos in an obscure file--out of sight, out of mind. However, Gentle Reader, during my annual file purge they resurfaced and it's now my pleasure to finally share them with you. We arrived at the McNay in the midst of a renovation of the parking area. But confusion was averted by plentiful signage, although there were a few waits due to machinery blocking our path. No big deal, just a chance to take in the wonderful scenic grounds while waiting. Entering the museum we were very pleased that masks were required and other protective measures were in place. Doors were opened for us by masked and gloved employees. Being Members of the museum, we were admitted without having to go through the usual ticketing process. "Fashion Nirvana" was located in the large exhibit hall near the entrance, so Peg made a bee-line for it. Except for one piece, the exhibit was dedicated to women's clothing. It was subtitled "Runway to Everyday," so classic lines and styles were well-represented. But the fabrics and colors would beg the question if they were indeed "everyday." The one piece that was menswear was a bathing suit by Jean Paul Gaultier with fabric designs inspired by the works of Frida Kahlo. Peg loved everything (she was an Interior Designer) and kept kidding about seeing me in Gaultier's bathing suit. Hmmm--I think not! Next was Hollywood's Sistine Chapel," an exhibit of large canvas panels used in the movie, "Shoes of the Fisherman," with Anthony Quinn. In the movie, Quinn plays a Russian Catholic Archbishop who was freed from imprisonment in a gulag and subsequently elected Pope. Representing the Sistine Chapel was a requirement and these were the panels that were used. All were huge and having been to the actual Sistine Chapel, I was amazed at the accuracy of the paintings. The colors are not the same but this was purposefully done as color imprints differently on film than it does directly on our retinas. The discrepancy in colors allowed a more faithful capture on film. I saw the film when it was first released in 1968 and it's stuck with me all these years. So it was meaningful for me to see these "pieces of history" in person. The only sad thing of the day was the lack of patrons; we saw only two couples during our stay but that was understandable seeing as it was a weekday. The McNay remains among our top five museums in Texas; indeed, in the South. It's an old friend from my childhood that inevitably rewards every visit.

Amazing art gallery. Artwork from a long time ago to modern times and a lot of different mediums. My last visit was at least 50 years ago and I loved it then and now, San Antonio has a few fairly new great museums and some that have stood the test of time.

Soothing time wandering the rooms and the grounds feeding my soul with all of the artistic delights