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  1. Saturday Members Tour | “None Whatsoever: Zen Paintings from the Gitter-Yelen Collection”

    MFAH members are invited to explore the Museum’s art collections and exhibitions on special Saturday tours. Topics change monthly. In March, join a docent on a tour of None Whatsoever, which features masterworks of Zen Buddhist Japanese paintings from the renowned Gitter-Yelen Collection.

  2. Saturday Members Tour “Reimagined Galleries for European Art”

    In September, join a docent on a tour highlighting the major reinstallation of 11 galleries for European art spanning the Middle Ages to 18th century. Saturday Members Tour “Reimagined Galleries for European Art” MFAH members are invited to explore the MFAH art collections and exhibitions on Saturday tours. Topics change monthly.

  3. Saturday Members Tour | Highlights of the Sarofim Collection

    Saturday Members Tour | Highlights of American Art from the Sarofim Collection MFAH members are invited to explore the Museum’s art collections and exhibitions on special Saturday tours. Topics change monthly. In February, join a docent on a tour featuring highlights of the long-term loan of American art from the Sarofim Foundation. Masterworks from the distinguished collection of late Houston philanthropist Fayez S.

  4. Saturday Members Tour “Alberto Giacometti: Toward the Ultimate Figure”

    Saturday Members Tour Alberto Giacometti: Toward the Ultimate Figure MFAH members are invited to explore the Museum’s art collections and exhibitions on special Saturday tours. Topics change monthly. In December, join a docent for an inside look at the exhibition Alberto Giacometti: Toward the Ultimate Figure, showcasing an ensemble of masterpieces by one of the most important artists of the 20th century. 

  5. Saturday Members Tour “Philip Guston Now”

    In November, join a docent for an inside look at the internationally touring exhibition Philip Guston Now. Saturday Members Tour Philip Guston Now MFAH members are invited to explore the Museum’s art collections and exhibitions on special Saturday tours. Topics change monthly.

  6. Frequently Asked Questions: School Tours

    A maximum of two chaperones per every 10 students may shadow a docent-guided group. Please avoid bringing extra chaperones. Where can we eat lunch? Guided tours last approximately one hour.  Both guided and self-guided tours are booked for one hour in the Museum within a specific timeframe (e.g., 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.). What if I need to cancel my visit?

  7. Saturday Members Tour “Beauty and Ritual: Judaica from the Jewish Museum”

    In August, join a docent on a tour of the exhibition Beauty and Ritual: Judaica from the Jewish Museum, New York. Saturday Members Tour Beauty and Ritual: Judaica from the Jewish Museum, New York MFAH members are invited to explore the MFAH art collections and exhibitions on Saturday tours. Topics change monthly.

  8. Audio Tours

    Selected special exhibitions are accompanied by audio tours, with expert commentary and insights to enhance your visit. Offered in both English and Spanish. Check exhibition information to learn more!

  9. Tours & Programs

    Meet the Books: Hirsch Library Exhibition Tours With thousands of books on art to choose from, the Hirsch Library also offers engaging exhibitions featuring materials from the Rare Books Collection!

  10. Exclusive Tours

    Exclusive Tours offer access to select exhibitions on special Mondays when the MFAH is closed to the public. In these lively, in-depth walking tours, Museum experts share their expansive knowledge about the featured exhibition. After the tour, discuss your experience over a glass of sparkling wine.