Fodor's Expert Review O. Henry Museum

Downtown with Sixth Street and Rainey Street Specialty Museum

Writer William Sydney Porter, better known as O. Henry, rented this modest cottage from 1893 to 1895. Moved a few blocks from its original location, the home today contains O. Henry memorabilia, including original drawings, artifacts, and period furniture. It also hosts the extraordinarily popular O. Henry Pun-Off World Championships, held in its backyard every May since 1977. 

Specialty Museum

Quick Facts

409 E. 5th St.
Austin, Texas  78701, USA

512-974–1398

austintexas.gov/department/o-henry-museum

Sight Details:
Rate Includes: Free; donations accepted, Closed Mon. and Tues.

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