The West starts here at The Briscoe Western Art Museum, where you can experience art and artifacts that tell stories that shaped the American West to life. Through preservation of art, history, and culture, Briscoe Western Art Museum educates the public with engaging exhibitions, educational programs, and public events reflective of the region’s rich traditions and shared heritage.
Rooted in its rich history, the historic Menger Hotel reigns as the oldest operating hotel, where hospitality and history come to life. Step into the beautiful Victorian lobby and be transported back to when Theodore Roosevelt gathered his Rough Riders at the Menger Bar. Menger Hotel hosted generations of guests who delight in its architectural grandeur, glamorous public spaces, and thoughtful modern-day services and amenities. As you stroll through the Spanish courtyard garden, you will feel at peace as you surround yourself with palm trees, azaleas, and a three-tiered fountain.
Festive music fills the air as vibrant floats of the Texas Cavaliers River Parade flow through the San Antonio river in a one-of-a-kind celebration that brings a unique experience to the city. Texas Cavaliers and the parade sponsors decorated every float with bright flowers and vibrant colors, and the tradition of the River Parade began. The first parade included several boats for schools, local businesses, civic organizations, and the army. The Texas Cavaliers River Parade has found its way into the hearts of over 250,000 spectators each year, and the money raised supports local children’s charities through the Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation.
Appreciate the journey of designing and creating your piece of glass art alongside the resident artist at Caliente Hot Glass. As you join in on the hands-on experience, you can choose from an array of art glass from a gamut of colors, styles, techniques, and forms, all unique and crafted with purpose and vision.