Marion Koogler McNay bequeathed the state her mansion, her art collection and most of her fortune in the creation of this museum. It’s one of the best collection of fine arts in Texas – possessing over 14,000 items of art and sculpture including the works of Paul Cezanne, Pablo Picasso, Paul Gauguin, Henri Matisse, Georgia O'Keeffe, Diego Rivera, Mary Cassatt, and Edward Hopper. In addition to that it possesses collections of Egyptian Mummies, Roman Coins and a costume collection.

The Museum has undergone various expansions since McNay’s death and also hosts the Tobin Collection of Theater Arts. The building itself does not lack for beauty, it’s Spanish Colonial Revival, adds rest on a beautifully landscaped grounds filled with fountains, a Japanese Garden and a fish pond. Texans are usually surprised to discover the place, and often walk away quoting “it’s a gem.”

• There’s a snack vendor.
• Visitors may picnic on Museum grounds during the day.
• Wheelchairs are available on demand.
• Photography is not permitted in exhibitions on loan to the McNay.
• Flash photography is not permitted anywhere inside the museum. Smoking, food and beverages are not permitted inside the museum. Bags and parcels will be inspected.
• No alcohol consumption allowed on grounds.

• Buses on Austin Highway

• Cerroni’s Purple Garlic
• La Fonda Sunset Ridge
• Twin Sisters Bakery and Cafe
• Pizza Hut
• Tong’s Thau

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