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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