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The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

History Book Club “The Apothecaries’ Garden”

Wednesday, Mar. 11, 2020 – Wednesday, Mar. 11, 2020

01:30 PM – 02:30 PM
US/Central

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Rienzi and Bayou Bend host great conversations about good books! The History Book Club features discussions about lifestyles and culture in America and Europe in the 18th and 19th centuries, led by Museum staff.

This time out, celebrate spring with a glimpse into the 300-year-old Chelsea Physic Garden, London’s oldest botanic garden. Explore The Apothecaries’ Garden: A History of the Chelsea Physic Garden by Sue Minter, then meet up with other book lovers at Rienzi to share your thoughts.

Drop in! This program is free.

Questions? Contact [email protected]

HOURS & ADMISSION

  • Wednesday, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Thursday, 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Friday - Saturday, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Sunday , 12:30 pm - 6:00 pm
    • Monday (Except selected holidays) | Closed.
    • Tuesday | Closed.
    • Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day | Closed.
  • Museum Admission

    ALL ACCESS tickets provide entry to Special Exhibitions and the MFAH Permanent Collections. Purchase online or drop by any admissions desk.
    • MFAH Member  FREE
    • ALL ACCESS (Adult 19+)  $24
    • ALL ACCESS (Senior 65+ with ID)  $20
    • ALL ACCESS (Youth 13–18)  $20
    • ALL ACCESS (Child 12 & Under)  FREE
    • *Thursday MFAH Permanent Collections (All Ages)  FREE
    • *Thursday ALL ACCESS (13 & Up)  $10
    On Thursday, admission to the MFAH Permanent Collections is free for all individuals, courtesy of Shell USA, Inc. Special Exhibitions require a separate, discounted ALL ACCESS ticket.

Directions & Parking

  • Free Parking
  • Paid Parking
  • Street Parking

Special Offers / Dining

Paolo Fronza, from Fellini Caffè, runs this sophisticated dining operation. Enjoy an array of Italian-inspired fare with a Texas flair, a European-style coffee bar, a kids menu, and much more at the MFA Café, located on the lower level of the Beck Building.

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