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Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens

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Bayou Bend: A Unique Collection of Americana

Bayou Bend, the magnificent home of Miss Ima Hogg, is the extraordinary legacy of a remarkable woman. Best known for her superb collection of American decorative arts, Miss Hogg was also largely responsible for Bayou Bend's innovative architecture and breathtaking gardens.

The house, designed by prominent architect John F. Staub, was built between 1927 and 1928 for Miss Hogg and her brothers, William C. and Michael Hogg. Covered in towering trees and thick undergrowth, the site was, in Miss Hogg's words, "nothing but a dense thicket." Undaunted, she created a series of gracious and beautiful gardens that were intended as outdoor rooms for living and entertaining, not just views to be admired from within the house. But Miss Hogg was also appreciative of the wilder side of nature, and she always intended that the surrounding woodlands remain more or less natural, as they are today. In 1957 Miss Hogg donated her home and her collection to the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. Bayou Bend opened to the public in 1966 and stands as one of Houston's cultural treasures. The collection at Bayou Bend presently contains several thousand objects installed in some 28 period room settings that showcase American decorative arts from 1620 through 1870.
 

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    Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens

    1 Westcott Street
    Houston, TX 77007

    Phone: (713) 639-7750   |   Email   |   Official Website

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    On-site parking available.

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  • • Current Events

      01/22/12- 02/12/12

      The History of American Beverages (Sundays) Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens The History of American Beverages (Sundays) Presented by Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, MFAH at Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens January 22-February 12, 2012 Bayou Bend presents The History of American Beverages, Sundays, January 22 through February 12, 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM. Join Bayou Bend in January and February as the historic house museum offers an interactive, tastebud-friendly look at the history of several popular American beverages. Over four weeks, participants will learn the history of coffee, tea, distilled spirits and hot chocolate in American foodways, as well as taking part in tastings. These four...

      01/01/06- Ongoing

      Visit Bayou Bend Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens Visit Bayou Bend Presented by Museum of Fine Arts, Houston at Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens January 1, 2006 - Ongoing Bayou Bend, the beautiful house with the romantic name, was designed as a private residence for Miss Hogg and her brothers, Will and Mike. Although the house was not built until 1928, the room settings faithfully re-create interiors from previous eras. Miss Hogg donated Bayou Bend to the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston in 1957, with the understanding that it would be converted into a house museum. Over the next decade, rooms that once served Miss Hogg's personal needs were...

  • • Upcoming Events

      02/19/12	Bayou Bend Family Day: All Creatures Great and Small Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens Bayou Bend Family Day: All Creatures Great and Small Presented by Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, MFAH at Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens February 19, 2012 Bayou Bend, the American decorative arts center of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, hosts a free Family Day the third Sunday of each month from September through May.  Sunday, February 19, 2012:  All Creatures Great and Small Discover nature inside and outside at Bayou Bend at this critter-inspired Family Day. Visit with various animal experts, make your own ladybug and butterfly crafts, and tour the home to see animal influences...
      03/01/12- 03/22/12	Spring 2012 Thursday Evening Sip and Stroll at Bayou Bend Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens Spring 2012 Thursday Evening Sip and Stroll at Bayou Bend Presented by Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, MFAH at Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens March 1-March 22, 2012 Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens hosts the Spring 2012 Thursday Evening Sip and Stroll. Stroll through Miss Ima Hogg's historic estate at twilight. The beautiful house interiors and 14 acres of gardens are open for self-guided tours. Enjoy light refreshments on the Diana Terrace. Before or after your stroll, visit the Lora Jean Kilroy Visitor and Education Center: The Shop at Bayou Bend and Hogg Family Legacy Room are open from 4 pm to 8 pm.
      03/25/12	Bayou Bend/Rienzi Family Day: The Splendor of Spring Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens Bayou Bend/Rienzi Family Day: The Splendor of Spring Presented by Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, MFAH at Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens March 25, 2012 Bayou Bend, the American decorative arts center of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, hosts a free Family Day the third Sunday of each month from September through May. Art activities, performances, and musical entertainment will provide fun for all at Rienzi and Bayou Bend's joint Family Day centered around the spring season. Sunday, March 25, 2012:  The Splendor of Spring Our March Family Day celebrates spring's beauty in one of...
      04/15/12	Bayou Bend/Rienzi Family Day: A Symphony of Sounds Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens Bayou Bend/Rienzi Family Day: A Symphony of Sounds Presented by Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, MFAH at Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens April 15, 2012 Bayou Bend, the American decorative arts center of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, hosts a free Family Day the third Sunday of each month from September through May.  Sunday, April 15, 2012:  A Symphony of Sounds As a founder of the Houston Symphony and a life-long student of music, Ima Hogg filled her home and gardens with musically-influenced art. At our April Family Day, you can listen to live music, make your own...
      05/20/12	Bayou Bend Family Day: Texas Legends Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens Bayou Bend Family Day: Texas Legends Presented by Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, MFAH at Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens May 20, 2012 Bayou Bend, the American decorative arts center of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, hosts a free Family Day the third Sunday of each month from September through May.  Sunday,  May 20, 2012:  Texas Legends At Bayou Bend's May Family Day, we honor Miss Ima Hogg (pictured) and her fellow Texas Legends with a Family Day all about the Lone Star State! Performances, activities, and crafts will pay tribute...

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• Current &
  Upcoming Events

  • Current Events

    01/22/12- 02/12/12

    The History of American Beverages (Sundays) Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens The History of American Beverages (Sundays) Presented by Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, MFAH at Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens January 22-February 12, 2012 Bayou Bend presents The History of American Beverages, Sundays, January 22 through February 12, 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM. Join Bayou Bend in January and February as the historic house museum offers an interactive, tastebud-friendly look at the history of several popular American beverages. Over four weeks, participants will learn the history of coffee, tea, distilled spirits and hot chocolate in American foodways, as well as taking part in tastings. These four...

    01/01/06- Ongoing

    Visit Bayou Bend Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens Visit Bayou Bend Presented by Museum of Fine Arts, Houston at Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens January 1, 2006 - Ongoing Bayou Bend, the beautiful house with the romantic name, was designed as a private residence for Miss Hogg and her brothers, Will and Mike. Although the house was not built until 1928, the room settings faithfully re-create interiors from previous eras. Miss Hogg donated Bayou Bend to the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston in 1957, with the understanding that it would be converted into a house museum. Over the next decade, rooms that once served Miss Hogg's personal needs were...

  • Upcoming Events

    02/19/12	Bayou Bend Family Day: All Creatures Great and Small Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens Bayou Bend Family Day: All Creatures Great and Small Presented by Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, MFAH at Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens February 19, 2012 Bayou Bend, the American decorative arts center of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, hosts a free Family Day the third Sunday of each month from September through May.  Sunday, February 19, 2012:  All Creatures Great and Small Discover nature inside and outside at Bayou Bend at this critter-inspired Family Day. Visit with various animal experts, make your own ladybug and butterfly crafts, and tour the home to see animal influences...
    03/01/12- 03/22/12	Spring 2012 Thursday Evening Sip and Stroll at Bayou Bend Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens Spring 2012 Thursday Evening Sip and Stroll at Bayou Bend Presented by Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, MFAH at Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens March 1-March 22, 2012 Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens hosts the Spring 2012 Thursday Evening Sip and Stroll. Stroll through Miss Ima Hogg's historic estate at twilight. The beautiful house interiors and 14 acres of gardens are open for self-guided tours. Enjoy light refreshments on the Diana Terrace. Before or after your stroll, visit the Lora Jean Kilroy Visitor and Education Center: The Shop at Bayou Bend and Hogg Family Legacy Room are open from 4 pm to 8 pm.
    03/25/12	Bayou Bend/Rienzi Family Day: The Splendor of Spring Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens Bayou Bend/Rienzi Family Day: The Splendor of Spring Presented by Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, MFAH at Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens March 25, 2012 Bayou Bend, the American decorative arts center of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, hosts a free Family Day the third Sunday of each month from September through May. Art activities, performances, and musical entertainment will provide fun for all at Rienzi and Bayou Bend's joint Family Day centered around the spring season. Sunday, March 25, 2012:  The Splendor of Spring Our March Family Day celebrates spring's beauty in one of...
    04/15/12	Bayou Bend/Rienzi Family Day: A Symphony of Sounds Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens Bayou Bend/Rienzi Family Day: A Symphony of Sounds Presented by Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, MFAH at Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens April 15, 2012 Bayou Bend, the American decorative arts center of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, hosts a free Family Day the third Sunday of each month from September through May.  Sunday, April 15, 2012:  A Symphony of Sounds As a founder of the Houston Symphony and a life-long student of music, Ima Hogg filled her home and gardens with musically-influenced art. At our April Family Day, you can listen to live music, make your own...
    05/20/12	Bayou Bend Family Day: Texas Legends Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens Bayou Bend Family Day: Texas Legends Presented by Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, MFAH at Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens May 20, 2012 Bayou Bend, the American decorative arts center of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, hosts a free Family Day the third Sunday of each month from September through May.  Sunday,  May 20, 2012:  Texas Legends At Bayou Bend's May Family Day, we honor Miss Ima Hogg (pictured) and her fellow Texas Legends with a Family Day all about the Lone Star State! Performances, activities, and crafts will pay tribute...

• Past
  Events

  • Past Events

    02/08/12	Rienzi and Bayou Bend joint History Book Club February Discussion Session Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    01/15/12	Bayou Bend Family Day: Our Classical Past Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    12/28/11- 12/29/11	Bayou Bend Winter-Break Afternoon Workshops for Kids! Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    12/18/11	Bayou Bend Family Day: Celebrate the Season Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    12/14/11	Rienzi and Bayou Bend History Reading Book Club December Discussion Session Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    12/12/11	Yuletide Concert and Coffee Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    12/01/11- 12/16/11	2011 Yuletide at Bayou Bend: Candlelight Tours (Thursdays & Fridays) Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    11/20/11	Bayou Bend Family Day: The First Americans Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    11/05/11	Two Ways of Living: A Special Presentation and Tour Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    10/16/11	Bayou Bend Family Day: The Art of Dining Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    10/06/11- 10/27/11	Fall 2011 Thursday Evening Sip and Stroll Tours at Bayou Bend Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    09/24/11	Opera Under the Stars at Bayou Bend! Opera Vista presents A Night of Edgar Allan Poe Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    09/18/11	Bayou Bend Family Day: We the People Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    08/02/11- 08/26/11	Detective Days at Bayou Bend Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    07/04/11	Fifth Annual July 4th Celebration at Bayou Bend Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    06/19/11	Celebrate Father´s Day at Bayou Bend Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    05/22/11	Bayou Bend Family Day: With These Hands - Great American Crafts Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    05/08/11	Celebrate Mother's Day at Bayou Bend Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    04/17/11	Bayou Bend Family Day: Things Worth Writing Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    04/17/11	Family Day at Rienzi & Bayou Bend: Things Worth Writing Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    04/17/11	Houston Brass Band at Bayou Bend Family Day Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    04/10/11	ROCO Season Finale (at MFAH Bayou Bend) Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    03/20/11	Bayou Bend Family Day: Spring into Season Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    03/11/11- 03/13/11	Spring House and Garden Days at Bayou Bend and Rienzi Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    03/03/11- 03/24/11	Spring 2011 Thursday Evening Sip and Stroll at Bayou Bend Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    03/02/11- 03/23/11	The Neches River: Ribbon of Life Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    02/20/11	Bayou Bend Family Day: Chocolate! Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    01/30/11- 02/13/11	Bayou Bend History Series - Living Spaces: Making a House a Home (Sundays) Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    01/16/11	Bayou Bend Family Day: Remember the Ladies - Women in America Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    12/19/10	Bayou Bend Family Day: Holiday Family Day – The Holiday Tradition Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    12/13/10	Yuletide Concert and Coffee Featuring the ROCO Brass Quintet at Bayou Bend Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    11/21/10	Bayou Bend Family Day: Our National Thanksgiving Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    11/18/10- 01/02/11	2010 Yuletide at Bayou Bend: A Treasured Holiday Tradition Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    10/17/10	Bayou Bend Family Day: O Pioneer! Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    10/07/10- 10/28/10	Fall 2010 Thursday Evening Sip and Stroll at Bayou Bend Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    10/06/10- 10/27/10	Antiques 101 at Bayou Bend: Adult Evening Seminars (Wednesdays) Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    09/25/10	Grand Opening Event: Lora Jean Kilroy Visitor and Education Center at Bayou Bend Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    09/25/10	Opera Under the Stars at Bayou Bend! Opera Vista presents Simply American Songs and Gifts Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    07/04/10	Fourth Annual July 4th Celebration at Bayou Bend Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    06/20/10	Celebrate Father´s Day at Bayou Bend Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    05/16/10	Bayou Bend Family Day: Creature Comforts Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    04/18/10	ROCO Season Finale: World Premiere of Brad Sayles Buffalo Bayou Suite (Sunday) Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    04/18/10	Bayou Bend Family Day: A World of Music Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    03/21/10	Bayou Bend Family Day: Bayou Bend in Bloom Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    03/12/10- 03/14/10	Spring House and Garden Days at Bayou Bend and Rienzi Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    03/04/10- 03/25/10	Spring 2010 Thursday Evening Sip and See at Bayou Bend Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    02/21/10	Bayou Bend Family Day: Love is in the Air Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    01/17/10	Bayou Bend Family Day: Asian Influences Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    12/20/09	Bayou Bend Family Day: Holiday Festival Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    12/07/09	Yuletide Concert and Coffee Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    11/19/09- 01/03/10	Yuletide: Holiday Time at Bayou Bend Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    11/15/09	Bayou Bend Family Day: Harvest Celebration Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    10/18/09	Bayou Bend Family Day: American Icons Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    10/13/09	CANCELLED Culture Collision IV Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    10/07/09- 10/28/09	Antiques 101 at Bayou Bend: History Camp for Grown-ups (Wednesdays) Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    09/26/09	Opera Under the Stars at Bayou Bend! Opera Vista presents The Fiddler´s Tale Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    09/20/09	Bayou Bend Family Day: Here´s to Your Health! Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    07/04/09	Third Annual Fourth of July Celebration at Bayou Bend Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    05/17/09	Bayou Bend Family Day: Houston's Treasures Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    04/19/09	Bayou Bend Family Day: The Roots of Entertainment Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    03/22/09	Bayou Bend Family Day: The Sensational 60’s Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    03/22/09	DATE CHANGE A Musical Pleasure Garden Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    03/12/09- 03/15/09	Spring House and Garden Days at Bayou Bend and Rienzi Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    03/05/09- 03/26/09	Thursday Spring Twilight Tours at Bayou Bend Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    02/15/09	Bayou Bend Family Day: Glorious Gardens Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    01/18/09	Bayou Bend Family Day: African-American Heritage Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
    11/22/08- 01/04/09	Yuletide at Bayou Bend 2008: Celebrations! Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens