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Buckhorn Saloon and Museum, San Antonio

In 1881 the Buckhorn Saloon opened as a Texan watering hole. Soon hunters and trappers were stopping by, and, eager for a cold brew, they traded in furs and horns. Owner Albert Friedrich collected the horns, some which his father made into horn chairs.

Today you can see trophies on guided tours through the Buckhorn Hall of Fins (marine trophies and fishing lures), the Buckhorn Hall of Feathers (mounted birds), and Buckhorn Hall of Horns (heads, hides, and horns that were often exchanged at the bar for a drink). This is NOT a stop for anyone at all squeamish about trophy mounts; those glass eyes will be looking at your from every direction.

Not all exhibits are stuffed—some are wax. The Hall of Texas History Wax Museum features a recreation of the Battle of the Alamo and other important Texas events.

The museum is open daily and closed only for Christmas and New Year's. Admission; discounts are available for seniors and military.

Location: 318 E. Houston, downtown
(210) 247-4000
www.buckhornmuseum.com

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