Cultural Arts Department

The Department of Cultural Arts works to strengthen the quality of life in San Benito by promoting a family-friendly cultural district that gives residents and visitors alike the chance to experience history, culture, music and art in an authentic way through a variety of cultural activities.

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San Benito Cultural Heritage Museum

and Visitor Information Center

250 E. Heywood St., San Benito, TX 78586

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San Benito Cultural Center

225. E. Stenger St., San Benito, TX 78586

Visitor Information

Hours

The San Benito Cultural Heritage Museum and Cultural Center are open to the public on weekdays, except for official city holidays and programming days.

Monday-Thursday: 
10 a.m.-4 p.m. (closed for lunch from 12-1 p.m.)   

Friday: 
10 a.m.-1 p.m. 

Admission

Admission provides access to the Cultural Heritage Museum and Cultural Center. Visitors hoping to visit the Cultural Center must first stop by the Cultural Heritage Museum and pay admission fees. 

  • Adults                        $4.00
  • Seniors 55+               $3.00                       
  • Students                   $2.00
  • Veterans                     Free                              
  • Children Under 5      Free

Note that Department events are free and open to the public. 

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For additional questions, please call (956) 658-8493.    

Brochures & Information

Approved informational brochures and publications are welcome for placement by merchants and organizations.

  • San Benito Historical Sites (PDF)
  • San Benito City Map (PDF)

Volunteers

Volunteer workers are welcome to assist in this center's operations. To volunteer your time and talent, please call 956-361-3804 Ext. 418.

Additional Museums in San Benito

In addition to the Cultural Heritage Museum and the Cultural Center, the city also offers museums run by non-profit organizations that explore San Benito's musical and historical legacy. For more information, please visit the following: