San Antonio Museum of Art, also known as SAMA, is an art museum in San Antonio, Texas, at 200 W Jones Ave. Its building is a former brewery, and the converted structure gives the visit a distinctive character before you reach the galleries.
What you will see
The museum is a comprehensive art museum, and its collections span a wide range of periods and regions, from ancient Mediterranean art to contemporary work. It is especially noted for its extensive Latin American collection, which makes it a strong choice for visitors interested in art from across the Americas.
Planning your visit
- Allow time to move between the different collections, since the range of periods and regions is broad.
- Give particular attention to the Latin American holdings, which are among the museum's best-known strengths.
- For questions about the visit, you can call +1-210-978-8100.
The surrounding area
SAMA sits in San Antonio, a city with a deep cultural life, so a museum morning or afternoon pairs easily with time spent exploring the city's streets and neighbourhoods. Visitors who come to see the museum's Latin American collection will find that it fits naturally into a wider trip through a city with its own strong connections to Latin American culture.
