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blogger, mother and recovering addict, can tell it. She’ll tell stories not previously covered in her blog or book and answer questions. www.tobincenter.org Feb. 21 Patton Oswalt The versatile actorcomedian and narrator of “The Goldbergs” brings his strong repertoire to the Tobin Center. Expect him to tackle love and loss humorously as he did in October’s “Annihhilation” special on Netflix. www.tobincenter.org
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Through Feb. 23 Parade of Lanterns The downtown portion of the River Walk lights up from the water with dragons, pandas and many other lanterns carried by 10, 26-footlong floats, nightly from 7-9 pm. www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com Feb. 23-March 6 Battle of the Alamo Commemoration Remember the Alamo with 13 days full of interactive programming and events that place you there at the 1836 siege. Enjoy readings,
movies and “Voices From the Past,” which describe what is happening each day of the conflict. www.thealamo.org Through Feb. 24 San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo In its 70th year, the two-week extravaganza at the AT&T Center offers up a daily schedule of rodeos and livestock shows, in addition to carnival rides, a petting zoo and the highly anticipated Champion Wine Garden. The entertainment lineup includes 38 Special, Trace Adkins,
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Feb. 20 (ongoing) San Antonio Spurs Home Games Watch the San Antonio Spurs fight for a Western Conference title as the 2018-2019 NBA season continues with home games at the AT&T Center. Matchups include the Oklahoma City Thunder (March 2), Portland Trailblazers (March 16), Golden State Warriors (March 18) and Dallas Mavericks (April 10). www.nba.com/spurs
Darius Rucker, Jim Gaffigan and more. www.sarodeo.com Feb. 27 Julio Iglesias Help celebrate the 50-year anniversary of singing sensation Julio Iglesias, who has performed with legends such as Frank Sinatra and Stevie Wonder while laying down award-winning tracks, including “To All the Girls I’ve Loved Before.” www.majesticempire.com March 2 Bud Light Mardi Gras River Parade and Festival Let the good times roll, San Antonio-style at the annual river parade and festival from 1-6 pm at the Arneson River Theatre and along a 2.5-mile stretch of
downtown. Enjoy live music, entertainment, floats and food trucks. www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com March 8-10 ‘The Sound of Music’ The Tony-, Grammyand Academy Awardwinning iconic classic about the von Trapp family brings all the songs you know, such as “My Favorite Things,” Climb Ev’ry Mountain” and “Edelweiss” to the Majestic Theatre. www.majesticempire.com March 11 YOSA Presents Thriller Live A dozen local bands, backed by the YOSA Philharmonic, perform songs from Michael Jackson’s award-winning classic
album that spawned memorable hits such as “Billie Jean,” “Beat It” and, of course, “Thriller.” www.tobincenter.org
Hall taking audience questions and showing clips from her longrunning show. www.tobincenter.org
March 15-16 San Antonio Symphony: Michael Cavanaugh in Concert Discover why Michael Cavanaugh, called by Billboard “The New Voice of the American Rock and Roll Songbook,” was handpicked by Billy Joel to star in Broadway’s “Movin’ Out.” www.tobincenter.org
March 19 The Beach Boys Mike Love and the boys bring their unrivaled collection of songs about the beach, cars and girls to the Majestic Theatre. The historic group has been performing for more than 50 years, producing chart toppers such as “Good Vibrations,” “California Girls” and “Kokomo.” www.majesticempire.com
March 19 Carol Burnett The San Antonio native, creator of the legendary “The Carol Burnett Show,” lights up the H-E-B Performance
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March 22 ARTS San Antonio The World of Musicals Take a whirlwind trip through classic musicals at the Majestic Theatre, everything from “Evita” and “Phantom of the Opera” to “Dirty Dancing” and “Mamma Mia.” www.majesticempire.com March 22 Black Violin: Classical Boom Tour
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Combining a violin, viola, a DJ and a drummer, this style of classic and hip-hop crosses lines to appeal to diverse audiences. Its release, “Stereotypes,” hit No. 1 on Billboard’s Classical Crossover chart. www.tobincenter.org March 28 Sebastian Maniscalco: Stay Hungry Tour Political correctness is not Sebastian Maniscalco’s strong suit—but luckily funny is. His Stay Hungry tour highlights the comedic chops he’s been perfecting since 1998. www.tobincenter.org
Through March 30 Contemporary Art Month All month long, galleries and art organizations play host to special exhibitions, pop-up installations and other unique events to promote contemporary art and artists from San Antonio and throughout the region. www.contemporaryartmonth.com April 1-7 Valero Texas Open The Valero Texas Open has become one of the most charitable tournaments on the PGA Tour. See today’s greatest golfers vie for the title on the tree-filled fairways of
the par-72 AT&T Oaks Course at TPC San Antonio, located on the grounds of the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort and Spa. www.valerotexasopen.com April 17 ‘FRIENDS! The Musical Parody’ Transport back to the ‘90s and hang out with Ross and Rachel and the gang with the parody of the hit TV show “Friends.” The production weaves a tale involving some of the best moments in the show’s 10-year history. At the Charline McCombs
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April 18-28 Fiesta San Antonio In 1891, a group of San Antonio women decided to honor the heroes of the Alamo and Battle of San Jacinto with a parade. This signature 10-day celebration encompasses concerts, mini-festivals, art exhibits and more, with atendance reaching roughly 3.5 million. www.fiestasanantonio.org April 24 ‘Monty Python’s Spamalot’ It’s a tale of King Arthur, his knights and a quest for the Holy Grail. The Tony Award-winner takes from the classic movie “Monty Python and the Holy Grail,” giving it a musical turn at the hands of Python’s Eric Idle. www.tobincenter.org
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May 15-19 Tejano Conjunto Festival It’s five days of outstanding Conjunto music played by some of the best Conjunto acts along with special events and workshops. At the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center. www. guadalupeculturalarts.org May 24-25 San Antonio Symphony: The Music of John Williams The music that brought to life the Indiana Jones, Star Wars and Harry Potter series, in addition to many other instantly recognizable themes, gets the proper treatment from the San Antonio Symphony. www.tobincenter.org May 31 Penn & Teller See Penn and Teller’s renowned magic act, performed in their own inimitable style for more than 40 years, at the Majestic Theatre. www.majesticempire.com
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The San Antonio Museum of Art (210.978.8100) also takes you on a world tour, this time through 5,000 years of Egyptian, Greek and Roman art. In addition, it offers notable collections of Latin American art and Asian art, which showcases works from Korea, India, Japan and what is considered one of the globe’s most important Chinese ceramics exhibit. 10
Those who love to celebrate modern art can do so at Blue Star Contemporary (210.227.6960), which hosts both on-site (such as “Effort Economy,” through May 5) and off-site (“Plexus c18,” at the airport through Oct. 31) exhibitions. Additional programs include open studios (go behind the scenes with the artist), a film series and panel discussions. The five-museums-in-one Buckhorn (210.247.4000) is, just as Texas, larger than life. Here, you can practice your sharpshooting skills in the shooting gallery, discover oddities in the “Carnival of Curiosities,” explore Texas history and find out just what it takes to become a Texas ranger.
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The McNay Art Museum (210.824.5368) showcases just how much can be done in a small space. This impressive museum offers an extensive collection of 19th- and 20th-century European and American works; from Feb. 19-May 19, don’t miss the groundbreaking “Classic Cars and Postwar Paintings” exhibit.
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Santa Ana’s sword and Pancho Villa’s saddle await at the Briscoe Western Art Museum (210.299.4499). It emphasizes the Western art of San Antonio and the South Texas region and is all Texas history, all the time. Visitors can also relax in the outdoor sculpture garden.
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Nature, science and South Texas converge at The Witte Museum (210.357.1900). The H.E.B. Science Body Adventure lets you power past a San Antonio landscape on a motion-capture screen; Planet Pioneers (through April 7) takes you another planet, on which you have to adapt to survive. Kids will also love the environmentally friendly DoSeum (210.212.4453), constructed with sustainability in mind. The majority of the exhibits here focus on science, mathematics and technology and include a musical staircase, a spy academy filled with math challenges and an interactive robot named Baxter.
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Shopping & Galleries San Antonio’s Historic Market Square boasts a farmers market, souvenir shops, one-of-a-kind restaurants and an array of Southwestern arts and crafts. It’s one of the Alamo City’s must-visit sites. 514 W. Commerce St.
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orful Spanish-themed boutique offers both trendy and traditional styles and accessories with Southwestern and modern influences. www.adelante boutique.com. 303 Pearl Parkway, Suite 107, 210.826.6770. ANNIEGOGGLYN—
This trendy woman’s boutique carries Jack by BB Dakota, Two Lips, Betsy Johnson, Trash & Luxury, Junkfood and AJ Morgan among other designers. Prices range from highly affordable to high-end. www.anniegogglyn.blogspot. com. 5013 Broadway St., 210.930.7770. 12
DOS CAROLINAS— Find custom
guayaberas that blend classic, Latin-flavored design and beautiful natural fabrics. In addition to traditional patterns, you can get cheeky with a custom guayabera: camoflage fabric, contemporary prints or anything else you desire. www. doscarolinas.com. 303 Pearl Parkway, 210.224.7000. SILVER SPUR— Called a “must” place to shop by the Travel Channel, Silver Spur is an apparel and jewelry boutique with a taste of Texas. Visit the store for an assortment of belts, boots, handbags and accessories. www.silverspurboutique.com. Menger
Hotel, 210 Alamo Plaza, 210.472.2210. SLOAN/HALL—This upscale, chic boutique treats refined visitors to a selection of modern trinkets and designer handbags. www.sloanhall.com. 5424 Broadway St., 210.828.7738. VILLA TESOROS—
While strolling through La Villita, visit this boutique for a selection of women’s and girls’ apparel, unique accessories, gifts and fine treasures for you and yours. La Villita, 418 Villita St., Building 8, 210.464.1126.
Galleries
ANARTE GALLERY—
Located on Broadway, just north of downtown, AnArte
Gallery specializes in 21st century works by various established and emerging artists. www.anartegallery09. com. 7959 Broadway St., Suite 404, 210.826.5674. COPPER GALLERY—
Hand-hammered, fourth-generational copper art is finished in natural patina on art pieces as bowls, vases and mirrored frames at this gallery. La Villita, 418 Villita St., Building 11, 210.271.3856. GARCIA ART GLASS—
This prominent store features unique and colorful blown-glass creations with a focus on lighting and sculpture. Local artist Gini Garcia’s unique designs can also be found in several
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Gifts & Specialty Stores ANGELITA— This legendary upscale carries organically sourced items including beautiful linens, sterling-silver jewelry, designer tees, jackets, Texas leather bags and aromatic hand-milled soaps and candles. www. angelitaboutique. webs.com. La Villita, 418 Villita St., Building 2, 210.224.8362. BONITA RITA’S—
Unique gifts, accessories and other curios await shoppers at this River Walk boutique. www.facebook. com/bonitaritas. 245 E. Commerce St., 210.293.6107. 5 BROADS OFF BROADWAY— This
eclectic shop in the Alamo Heights neighborhood features antiques, fine art, home décor and precious gifts such as candles, soap and sachets. www.5broads.com. 518 Austin Highway, 210.824.3483.
Home Furnishings
CALAMITY JANE’S TRADING COMPANY— Calamity Jane’s
showcases home furnishings with a rustic elegance. Featuring custom-made furniture from India, Peru, Brazil, Mexico and the “Lone Star State,” this is a fun and friendly trading post. www.calamityjanestradingco. com. 404 S. Main St., Boerne, 830.249.0081. CATRINA’S AT THE RANCH— This is where
Texans go to furnish their homes. Catrina’s predominantly offers Old World and Western furnishings and accessories for every room, though the style choices don’t stop there. www.catrinasattheranch.com. 31300 I-10 W., Boerne, 830.755.6355.
Jewelry & Accessories
J. ADELMAN ANTIQUES, ART & ESTATE JEWELRY— Lo-
cated in the Victorian lobby of the historic Menger Hotel, J. Adelman sells estate jewelry, silver, collectibles, antiques, fine art and unique gift items. www.adelmanantiques .com. Menger Hotel,
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com. 125 Broadway St., 210.224.4354.
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the team behind this family-owned company travels the world to find the finest gems, diamonds, timepieces and giftware from distinguished designers and craftspeople to sell in its stores. Multiple locations. www.lmfj.com.
580,000-square-foot, open-air complex is located on the site of the former Alamo Cement Plant—it’s easily identified by the factory’s giant smokestacks. Find stores such as Pottery Barn, Lucchese Boot Co. and Ann Taylor. www. quarrymarket.com. 255 E. Basse Road, 210.824.8885.
PARIS HATTERS—
Since 1917, this family-owned shop has treated patrons to custom-fitted hats. Famous clients run the gamut, from Bob Dylan and Eric Clapton to presidents Eisenhower and Truman. www.parishatters. com. 119 Broadway St., 210.223.3453.
Shopping Centers
ALAMO ANTIQUE MALL— All of the
floors of a former three-story office building are now filled with antiques and collectibles from 75 dealers. With items such as a “guess-your-weight machine,” you’ll find that it’s like taking a three-story trip around memory lane. www. alamoantiquemall.
LA VILLITA— One of San Antonio’s most renowned shopping and arts districts, this sprawling area is full of dining, shopping, galleries and history exhibits. www.lavillitasanantonio.com. 418 Villita St., 210.207.8614. SHOPS AT RIVERCENTER—The
one mall in San Antonio you can actually reach by barge, this top-of-the-line retail and entertainment complex features hundreds of shops, as well as an IMAX theater, a live comedy venue, restaurants and more, all just a block from the Alamo and River Walk. www. shoprivercenter.com. 849 E. Commerce St., 210.225.0000.
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Dining & Nightlife For a picturesque—and truly San Antonio dining experience—visit at least one restaurant that’s situated along the River Walk. You’ll discover everything from casual to fine-dining options.
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This high-end steakhouse serves prime cuts of filet and quality seafood alongside classic cocktails—not to mention one of the best views of the Alamo from your table. 321 Alamo Plaza, Suite 300, 210.377.1718.
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For delicious Mexican street food, look no further than this eatery overlooking the River Walk. 111 W. 14
restaurant offers dining on the River Walk and an extensive wine list. 203 S. St. Mary’s St., 210.225.0722. BOUDRO’S, A TEXAS BISTRO—As the title
implies, this choice River Walk bistro focuses on Texasthemed cuisines such as steaks and enchiladas. 421 E. Commerce St., 210.224.8484. CHRIS MADRID’S— A local institution, Chris Madrid’s Nachos and Burgers is regionally famous. Get a Tostada Bean Cheeseburger and a bumper sticker to prove it. 1900 Blanco Road, 210.735.3552.
THE COUNTY LINE BBQ— Barbecue. A
trip to the Lone Star State isn’t complete without a taste of Texas ‘cue, and this legendary Austinbased joint is a great way to get your fix. 111 W. Crockett St., Suite 104, 210.229.1941; 10101 I-10 West, 210.641.1998. THE GENERAL PUBLIC—This spir-
ited neighborhood restaurant and bar offers warm hospitality and wholesome food made with farm-fresh ingredients. 17619 La Cantera Parkway, Suite 102, 210.920.1101. THE GUENTHER HOUSE— Located
inside the elegant former home of Pioneer Flour Mills’ founding
family, the Guenthers. this San Antonio staple is a perfect breakfast stop. 205 E. Guenther St., 210.227.1061. IRON CACTUS MEXICAN GRILL & MARGARITA BAR—
Located along the River Walk, Iron Cactus is the perfect place to kick back and have a drink. Lounge on the private patio while sipping frosty margaritas and dining on chile con queso, sizzling fajitas, enchiladas and tres leches. 200 River Walk St., Suite 100, 210.224.9835. JIMMY BUFFETT’S MARGARITAVILLE—
Throw on a Hawaiian shirt and head to Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, a tropical paradise for Parrotheads at the Shops
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Dining & Nightlife at Rivercenter. Pair some Volcano Nachos or a Cheeseburger in Paradise with a housemade margarita or frozen boat drink as you enjoy live entertainment on an indoor stage and patio. Shops at Rivercenter, 849 E. Commerce St., 210.973.5911. LIBERTY BAR— Even though it’s been in continuous operation since 1890, Liberty Bar is anything but predictable. The menu slides from Southern comfort food to in-
novative new cuisine. 1111 S. Alamo St., 210.227.1187. THE MAGNOLIA PANCAKE HAUS—
They say there’s no real secret to the “World’s Best” buttermilk pancakes; they just use the best, most wholesome and unique products prepared exactly the same way every time. The syrups are also made in-house. Magnolia’s Magnificent Burgers and deli-style sandwiches dominate the lunch menu. 606
Embassy Oaks, Suite 100, 210.496.0828; 10333 Huebner Road, 210.496.0828. PAESANOS—This impressive restaurant treats patrons to a tantalizing combination of Mediterranean and Italian cuisine as well as one of the largest wine lists available in the area. Multiple locations. www.paesanos.com. 555 E. Basse, Ste. 100, 210.828.5191. PIATTI— Piatti’s Italianinspired, seasonallydictated cuisine has made it a staple for
locals and residents of its Alamo Heights neighborhood. 255 E. Basse Road, Suite 500, 210.832.0300. RIO RIO CANTINA—
Located on the River Walk, Rio Rio Cantina is a great place for classic Tex-Mex. Sizzling fajitas, cheesy enchiladas and margaritas galore make a party every day at Rio Rio. 421 E. Commerce St., 210.226.8462. RITA’S ON THE RIVER— This Tex-Mex
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Dining & Nightlife Texas-size margaritas, ice cold beer, beautiful views and delicious, sizzling fajitas. 245 E. Commerce, Suite 100, 210.227.7482. RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE—
Known for juicy steaks, mouthwatering sides and a welcoming atmosphere, Ruth’s Chris is a steakhouse classic. Its River Walk location is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and offers a scenic patio facing the river. Grand Hyatt, River Walk, 600 E. Mar-
ket St., 210.227.8847; 7720 Jones Maltsberger, 210.821.5051.
Nightlife BAR 1919— From its Prohibition-era drinks to its list of house rules, Bar 1919 has garnered a reputation as a destination for whiskey lovers. 1420 S. Alamo St., Suite 001, 210.227.1420. COYOTE UGLY SALOON — Bartend-
ers, dubbed coyotes, serve and entertain at this lively Southernstyle saloon with a
slight New York twist. Happy hour is 4-8 pm daily, with $2-$3 drink specials every night. 409 E. Commerce St., 210.465.8459. THE ESQUIRE TAVERN— The oldest
operating bar on the River Walk also boasts Texas’ longest wooden bar (108 feet!) 155 E. Commerce St., 210.222.2251. MAD DOGS— This international pub opened its doors on the River Walk in 1995 and has been an area staple ever since.
Traditional bar food and a myriad of drink varieties make this an instant party for all patrons. 123 Losoya St., 210.222.0220. PAT O’BRIEN’S—
Bringing a taste of The Big Easy to the River Walk, “Pat O’s” entices patrons with a large patio and its signature Hurricane cocktail, a tribute to its New Orleans roots. The daily happy hour and Sunday brunch with live jazz are popular draws 121 Alamo Plaza, 210.220.1076.
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Entertainment & Museums San Antonio’s entertainment scene is as colorful and lively as you’d expect. From rock and pop superstars to Tejano and Mariachi bands, the vibrancy of south Texas is alive and well.
and see hundreds of handguns, badges and photographs from famous Texas Rangers. 318 E. Houston St., 210.247.4000.
THE ALAMO— A true testament to heroism, The Alamo now serves as a fascinating museum, gallery and historical center. 300 Alamo Plaza, 210.225.1391.
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eye-popping experience forces you to find your way out of a maze composed entirely of mirrors, while exploring endless hallways. 217 Alamo Plaza, Suite 100, 210.224.2288. BUCKHORN SALOON & MUSEUM— Explore
the remodeled animal halls and prepare for a Texas-sized adventure. Practice sharpshooting skills in its shooting gallery 20
nio every 20 minutes from the top of the world ... or, at least, the top of a doubledecker bus. Climb aboard the open top of the bus for a short tour of the major sights and attractions, or take advantage of the hop-on, hop-off service for a more indepth exploration of the city. 216 E. Crockett St., in The Menger Hotel, 210.224.8687. LOUIS TUSSAUD’S WAX WORKS/ RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT
OR NOT ODDITORIUM/RIPLEY’S MOVING THEATER— Louis Tus-
saud’s Wax Works— across from the Alamo—features 250 lifelike wax figures in settings of Hollywood, History, Children’s Land of Make-Believe, Religion, Heroes of the Lone Star, Horror and more. Ripley’s Believe It or Not! is in the same building, offering more than 500 one-of-a-kind exhibits. Here you can learn about primitive cultures as you view artifacts of religion, weaponry and habits of survival. 301 Alamo Plaza, 210.224.9299. THE MAJESTIC THEATRE— Built in
1929, the Majestic Theatre is recognized as one of the most
ornate and beautiful structures in San Antonio. It’s home to concerts and Broadway productions. 224 E Houston St., 210.226.5700. NATURAL BRIDGE CAVERNS— This
family-friendly historical adventure invites patrons to experience everything from adventure caving to panning for stones and guided tours. The trip can be tailormade for beginners or experienced cave divers. 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Road, 210.651.6101. NATURAL BRIDGE WILDLIFE RANCH—
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lished as the parish church for the original Canary Islanders who settled San Antonio, San Fernando has graced the city since 1731. 115 Main Plaza, 210.227.1297. SEAWORLD SAN ANTONIO— A must for
any family trip to San Antonio, SeaWorld combines all of the pleasures of a marine life exhibit with that of an amusement park
to create an aquatic adventure for children and adults alike. 10500 Sea World Drive, 800.700.7786. SIX FLAGS FIESTA TEXAS— A decidedly
Texas take on family fun, Six Flags Fiesta Texas offers thrills for kids of all ages, from water rides to a virtual reality-integrated roller coaster. 17000 IH-10 W., 210.697.5050. TOBIN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS— From Broadway
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Entertainment & Museums A-list concerts, the Tobin Center links the timeless River Walk to Museum Reach. The architecturally stunning building is an anchor of the arts in downtown. 100 Auditorium Circle, 210.223.8624. TOMB RIDER 3D—
Twists, turns and a major rush of adrenaline await at this interactive adventure ride. 329 Alamo Plaza, 210.226.2828.
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Fun for all ages, this state-of-the-art museum offers 14 interactive galleries that bring the wacky, weird book
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um offers an extensive collection of 19th- and 20th-century European and American art. Exhibitions contain prints, drawings, paintings and sculptures. 6000 N. New Braunfels Ave., 210.824.5368. SAN ANTONIO FIRE MUSEUM—
Displays antique fire trucks and fire apparatuses, shows videos about the history of the
fire service and holds artifacts, documents and photos dating back to the mid 1800s. 801 E. Houston St. 210.390.7236. UTSA’S INSTITUTE OF TEXAN CULTURES—
This University of Texas San Antonio museum is devoted to the education and progression of Texas culture through science, education, history and special programs. www.texancultures.com. 801 E. Cesar E. Chavez Blvd., 210.458.2300.
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