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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.
San Benito Cultural Heritage Museum
and Visitor Information Center
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.
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:
- Texas Conjunto Music Hall of Fame & Museum:
- 402 W Robertson St, San Benito, TX 78586
- Callandret Black History Museum
- 305 W Doherty St, San Benito, TX 78586
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Aleida Garcia
Director of Cultural ArtsPhone: 956-361-3804 Ext. 418Office Address:
City of San Benito Municipal Building
401 N. Sam Houston Boulevard
San Benito, Texas 78586
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Joaquin Castillo
Museum Coordinator/Associate Art CuratorPhone: (956) 706-1823
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Jose Carlos
Municipal HistorianPhone: (956) 893-1097
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Denise Santibañez
Administrative AssistantPhone: (956) 658-8493
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