ArtCar Museum, Art car museum in Houston, United States
The ArtCar Museum displays modified automobiles and contemporary artworks in a converted warehouse featuring multiple exhibition galleries. The collection spans various vehicle-based art installations and reworked cars shown across different gallery spaces.
The museum was founded in 1988 as a private institution and became a hub for the art car movement in Texas. Its founder Ann Harithas established it to champion this innovative artistic movement.
Local and international artists transform everyday vehicles into rolling art pieces, blending automotive engineering with creative expression in ways that reflect personal identity. Visitors can see how cars become a canvas for storytelling and cultural identity.
Entry is free and the museum opens Wednesday through Sunday for visitor exploration. It is advisable to check before visiting since the spaces host various events that may affect general access.
The collection features not only painted and decorated vehicles but also lowriders that represent their own tradition of vehicle customization. These mobile artworks have influenced how the streets of Houston look and feel.
Location: Texas
Inception: 1988
Address: 140 Heights Blvd, Houston, TX 77007
Opening Hours: Wednesday-Sunday 11:00-18:00
Phone: +17138615526
Email: info@artcarmuseum.com
Website: http://artcarmuseum.com
GPS coordinates: 29.77205,-95.39682
Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:55
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
2.8 km
Hobby Center for the Performing Arts
2.9 km
Beer Can House
2.4 km
Heritage Plaza
2.9 km
American General Center
1.3 km
River Oaks Theatre
2.4 km
Houston Music Hall
2.9 km
Houston Police Officer Memorial
1.7 km
Bethel Baptist Church
2.7 km
African American Library at the Gregory School
2.6 km
Buffalo Bayou Park
1.7 km
Heights Neighborhood Library
2.5 km
All Saints Catholic Church
2 km
Memorial by Windsor
1 km
Houston Heights Fire Station
2.3 km
Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern
2.3 km
1879 Houston Waterworks
2.8 km
John W. Anderson House
1.3 km
Webber House
2.1 km
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
2.7 km
Heights State Bank Building
264 m
Scanlan Fountain
2.7 km
Isbell House
1.1 km
Otto H. Baring House
2 km
Art House Sawyer Yards
1.7 km
Houston Fire Station No. 3
2.4 km
John Milroy House
2.1 km
Freedmen's Town Historic District
2.4 kmVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes