Color by Wonder in Houston

It’s amazing what a beautiful piece of artwork can do: it can add character or style to a room, give yourself a good conversation starter when your friends and family come to visit, or bring some history and tradition to an already welcoming home. So, can you imagine a whole building with nothing but some the greatest artworks in the world? Here at Alexan 5151, you have to try very hard; our luxury apartments are close to one such place.

The Museum of Fine Arts in Houston is a must-see attraction for all art enthusiasts, whether you’re in love with one particular artist, medium, or time period, or you just love to admire art in general. It’s located no more than six miles away from our luxury apartment homes, meaning you can drive to the Houston Museum District and the Museum of Fine Arts in around twenty minutes. Explore the gigantic venue’s permanent collection, holding approximately 65,000 pieces of masterpieces from around the world, from classic European oil paintings, Native American weaves and carvings, Asian sculptures and idols, and modern-day photography and artwork. Special exhibitions cycle throughout the year, so there’s always something new to see with every visit. Schedule a guided tour to learn more about each piece of art from trained history and art enthusiasts, or explore the many lectures and events available for groups of all ages. General admission tickets $15 for adults, $10 for seniors and military, $7.50 for college students and youth 3-18, and free for children 12 and younger, on Thursdays, and Bank of America cardholders (for one visit a month.)

See all the fantastic wonders of the world from your doorstep at Alexan 5151. Check out our luxury apartments and the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston for your next adventure.