The Menil Collection Review

Lots to see. Different kinds of arts as well as historical ones. I would have liked to see what was in the other buildings but didn't have enough time.
I appreciate the previous owners who donated it to the public and made it free for all forever. Make sure to reserve an appointment before going there.

Loved this place and the art will definitely get your brain going.

Really disappointed with the collection. Abstract art sucks.

Freeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee admission. There are regular exhibits from antiquity to modern art. One room had an interesting contemporary installation.

Great spot to spend a couple hours! Bring a picnic with you in the fall for the green space outside.

This place is great. I love that it's free to the public. Not too big, so you can really digest the collection in one visit. The contents of the collection are fantastic.

Loved the place don't forget to visit the Rotko Chapel

I saw collections from 2500 BC ancient egypt. Nuff said

The main building was closed for renovations but we were directed to the nearby buildings that also had art installations

One of the world's greatest American modern art collections. Next to the Rothko chapel for those intent on killing two birds.

Great art exhibit! It's FREE and there's a ton of free street parking. You can't go wrong visiting this place.

Eclectic collection- I enjoyed the archeological material.

Very interesting museum with a plethora of exhibitions showcasing various famous artist. Highly recommend!

Incredible art museum! I ve been visiting for years and every visit is new and refreshing. My favorite exhibit is Surrealism; the charcoal walls and low lighting contribute to atmosphere the art on the walls exhibit: dark, distorted, and dreamlike (like our subconscious). Every exhibit is worth visiting. The Rothko Chapel is not far and it s worth the visit as well. And it s free! I also recommend learning about the rich history and founders of this museum, John and Dominique de Menil.

A small but wonderful museum in one of Houston's most interesting and walkable neighborhoods. Great collection of Picassos and Surrealist (e.g., Magritte) paintings.

Great collection and FREE makes it even better! Thank you!

My dtr took me here as we love museums; it s deeply peaceful, nicely curated. Because it s free I now go whenever I need a peaceful and inspiring place to write, think, or just be.

The Menil Collection has one of the most amazing art collections I've ever seen displayed in an intimate and comfortable setting. The building itself is also one of the greatest gallery spaces ever built.

This museum and surrounding neighborhood habe always been "cozy" to me. The houses are beautiful, and the park is clean, green, and peaceful. I really like the museum itself for several reasons. It looks like a place you would just be in and out of - and you can if you're just looking to find some time to kill while strolling through the beautiful neighborhood, or if you go for a particular exhibit. But if you went through everything they have there, you will find yourself lost for hours. In a good way. I like that they have their sort of-stationery articles and then their rotating exhibits that are always worth a look. I've found myself entranced in exhibits of artists I didn't even think I liked in the first place. They have wonderful pieces. Great maintenance. Beautiful building that hasn't changed or worn down at all in all the years I've visited it/known of it. Always nice and quiet enough to focus, but not so airtight that you can't voice yourself to your partner or stranger. So close to the Rothko Chapel and such. Maybe I'm biased because I discovered it in my younger days when I was happy and naive and discovering the world of art and Montrose. But I think that that can of connection can actually make you susceptible to easy disappointment or embarrassment, especially if you want to bring a friend. I introduced my father to it recently, who had always wanted to check it out, (which usually adds pressure, wherever it is, in hopes my recommendations are up to an enjoyable standard and NOT awkward), and we got lost in time just looking at everything. It was a wonderful visit.

I love this place! Me and my gf live around the corner from it and are excited for the renovations made to the Rothko. Well maintained and extremely safe. Love sitting out in the sun there.

It is large and has lots of buildings and exhibits. However, you couldn't take any photos while inside.

You can finish looking at all the at in under 30 minutes. Some of their non-permanent installations were super cool. Too bad you couldn't take pictures of them. If you have some time kill, this place is free with free, easy parking in their lot one street over. I wouldn't make a day out of it though. Only if you're already in the area.

The Menil collection is a great past tume and it's FREE!!!

Best place to visit in Houston for an afternoon. A few galleries around to walk around with a big park, surrounded by beautiful trees.

Great rotating collections, and free! A definite must.

It has a lot of good collection and worth for a visit!

This place was fantastic. Very cool paintings, sculptures, and artifacts here. I didn t get to stay as long as I wanted, I hope to visit again in the future. It s free and will not disappoint with the art on display, there are things from the First Century, 4000 BC, and other cool time periods.

An excellent collection. Gorgeous space. One of Houston's gems. Unfortunately, the staff is very unfriendly towards children. The staff watch families like hawks, offering terse and preemptive instructions regarding "hand-holding" or other ways to restrict their movement. It's a shame. They've lost two members.

Amazing Collection, great exposition of the art pieces, perfectly coordinated with the architecture of the building

...this amazing collection is a true hidden gem in the Rice University district of Houston...
...make plans to spend at least 2 hours seeing just a small portion of this multi-gallery gem; plus the terrifuc book/gift store and a wonderful sit-down bistro and bar right on their "campus"...a 10+++

Very great free art museum in Montrose! It's a nice sized museum and free to the public. I really liked how there was a mix of old and modern art. One modern art exhibit is not recommended for children and they mean it! I only wish they let us take photos but it is not allowed. The security is very strict as well. Right down the street from Rothko Chapel.

Nice and quiet museum with a thoughtfully arranged display. Built in the 1980s, and as a neighbor, the houses around the museum were termed "Menilville" because Dominique de Menil had all the bungalows painted gray with white trim. Beautiful part of Montrose.

Well, what can I say? A sure thing of beauty and I'm glad that I can experience it without paying a single $. Artists such as Cy Tomball, Dan Flavin and Rothko. The Magritte exhibit is phenomenal. Max Ernst is very amazing. We need to see Zdzis aw Beksi ski... Someday.

I really liked the art and the area but could not figure out why guards are watching you all the time like you are about to start robbery

Love it but will not open until 2019 due to renovations

One of my favorite places! I visit every time I'm in Houston...and I don't drive and have to go way,way out of my way from my mother's. What triple digit weather/insane humidity/thunderstorm? Also, the frontline staff is insanely nice too.

The Menil is surely the best collection in the city!!

Always a great day to wonder the halls and galleries of this Houston jewel. The private collection for this museum is massive and many items are on displace at different times of the year. However, the visiting artist are always a treat.

Interesting free activity to do in Houston! Collection not impressive in number but nice to admire!

Incredible and diverse collection, well known paintings and must see FREE activity in Houston

Beautiful place to enjoy art collections. Surrounding area is ideal for walking and picnics

Always free! I saw an exhibition, Picasso's The Line, at a special event here. The venue provided the perfect ambiance for a fine evening of abundant wine, upscale hor d'oeuvres, good company, and great art.

Wonderful museum

Rothko, Lam, Miro [March 2021]
and many more

Highly recommend exploring the Collection

Great collections, beautiful, bright, and airy space. Only issue is that if you get too close to the artwork, security will be on you! We were told not to point, which was a little awkward, and still had space between us and the wall.

My wife and I come to the Menil whenever we have some free time on a weekend. The exhibits are always being refreshed so there is something new to see each time we come.

Closed in 2018 but a great place to visit the Rothko church and other places.

A favorite place for inspiration and reflection, with a world-renowned collection of surreal and tribal art work. The well-designed environment makes art feel more "familiar" and relatable.

Nice and quiet art collection nestled away from the main museum district. Great place for an afternoon date.

Wonderful art and beautiful building. Parking is tricky but usually a spot.

Beautiful collection in a unique setting. Can't wait for the completion of the Drawing Institute.

Amazing rotating collections! Warhol, Mondrian, van Gogh, Magritte, Dali, Pollak, Picasso, Monet, the list goes on... The building itself is a work of art, with louvered ceilings that let in natural light, an atrium, and simply an amazing space. Nearby is the Rothko Chapel, which is definitely worth a visit while you are there. There are several pieces in the gardens surrounding the building and the Cy Twombly Gallery is nearby a well.

Selection of art work to burn, the trash and people both easily sidelined

Great modern day art from various artists. They have multiple buildings so you do have to go outside and go to a different buildings to see other arts. There is no photos inside of the exhibit rooms, but outside in the hallways, you can take as many pictures as you want.

A great museum that has a lot of history in Houston. It has good exhibitions that feature surrealism and pop art. They tend to have good visiting shows to that are definitely worth looking at.

It's free and its collection is quite complete, it has some Picasso.

I'm not like an art conesiour or anything like that but it was very interesting and nice. Just get the tickets online which are free they are just trying to make sure the number of people in at one time is managed to help with coronavirus. Social distancing was very good and wearing mask was enforced. The staff member at the front desk was very friendly and nice and gives informations on the exhibits. People are all around to answer the questions you may have about the artwork :). Very good experience.

Lovely exhibits. I went while the main building was under renovations, but I'll be back again when it's open.

Great variety of art. Really interesting collections.

Disappointing that they're still taking grant money, but refuse to open for the public to enjoy responsibly.

I love how peaceful this place is and that it is free!

I don't know what I was expecting. Shadow boxes aren't art.