Museum of South Texas History

The Museum of South Texas History spans 22,000 square feet of exhibition space, presenting artifacts and exhibits about South Texas and northern Mexico.

Founded in 1967 as the Hidalgo County Historical Museum, the institution occupies the former county jail building constructed in 1910.

The Rio Grande Legacy exhibition connects visitors with regional heritage through multimedia presentations, artifacts, and historical narratives from prehistoric times.

Located at 200 North Closner Boulevard, the museum opens Tuesday through Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM and Sundays from 1 PM to 5 PM.

Two specialized film theaters inside the museum replicate a steamboat bow and a train station packing shed for immersive historical presentations.

Location: Edinburg

Fee: Yes

Address: 200 North Closner Boulevard 78541 Edinburg

Opening Hours: url=https://mosthistory.org/visitor-information/

Phone: +1(956)3836911

GPS coordinates: 26.30284,-98.16138

Latest update: November 7, 2025 07:00