Get to know General Sam Houston – leader, statesman, governor, champion of Texas independence, and first president of the Republic of Texas.
The Sam Houston Memorial Museum and Republic of Texas Presidential Library is part of Sam Houston State University and dedicated to collecting, preserving, and interpreting the legacy of Sam Houston and his time in a 15-acre complex located on property once owned by Houston. Visit the Sam Houston Memorial Museum, two homes Sam Houston and family lived in, and other historic structures in a park like setting.
Hours and pricing
Open tuesday - sunday
The museum will be closed on Saturday, July 4, 2026.
Self-guided Admission:
$6.00 for adults
$5.00 for Seniors
$4.00 for students (6-18)
Free for SHSU students with ID, veterans and children 5 & under
Guided Group Tour Prices Differ from regular admission. To ensure the best experience, all Group tours must be scheduled in advance.
We are more than a museum building! Our beautiful grounds are there for you to explore the historic houses, enjoy a picnic, rent a space for your next event, or learn about the Republic of Texas Presidential Library.
The Sam Houston Memorial Museum and Republic of Texas Presidential Library has an array of events planned for families this summer. Beginning Saturday, June 13, the Summer Spotlight Program will begin. Running every Saturday until July 25 (excluding July 4), from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the museum’s education department will be on the museum grounds hosting free activities for all ages.
The Sam Houston Memorial Museum and Republic of Texas Presidential Library in Huntsville invites the public to view a new temporary exhibit, “Texas America250”, on loan from the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) through Aug. 16, 2026.
The Sam Houston Memorial Museum and Republic of Texas Presidential Library has unveiled newly acquired items in its collection.
