The Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden

The Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden, part of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH) showcases over 20 sculptures by prominent artists such as Henri Matisse, Auguste Rodin, Louise Bourgeois, and Alexander Calder, set among native trees, bamboo, and crepe myrtles ------ HIGHLIGHTS ------ - Interactive Experience: The garden’s sculptures, like Anish Kapoor’s reflective “Cloud Column” (similar to Chicago’s “The Bean”), captivate kids with their shiny, shape-shifting surface. - Pieces like William Tucker’s giant bronze “Sphere” evoke childhood games like jacks or baseball, sparking imaginative play. - Open Green Spaces: The garden’s lawn offers room for kids to run or relax, ideal for a family picnic. - Kids enjoy posing with eye-catching sculptures like the “Cloud Column” or Ellsworth Kelly’s “Houston Triptych.” ------ NEARBY ATTRACTIONS ------ Located in the Museum District, the garden pairs well with kid-friendly spots like the Houston Museum of Natural Science, Children’s Museum Houston, or the Houston Zoo, all within a 5–10 minute drive.