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Stark Museum of Art

The Stark Museum of Art houses one of the finest collections of nineteenth and twentieth century Western American art in the country. The collection focuses on the stunning land, dramatic people, and diverse wildlife of the American West.

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W.H. Stark House

W.H. and Miriam Lutcher Stark occupied the house from the 1890's until 1936. The family collections include art, furniture, household accessories, food service objects, rugs, linens, and more representing many different styles over 50+ years.

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Shangri La Botanical Gardens

Inspired by the mystical retreat represented in the 1933 novel Lost Horizon by James Hilton, Stark sought to create his own haven of indescribable beauty where time would stand still.

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Lutcher Theater

The Lutcher Theater is a 1,460-seat performing arts facility owned by the Nelda C. and H. J. Lutcher Stark Foundation and operated by Lutcher Theater, Inc. It is the largest Performing Arts Series from Houston, Texas, to New Orleans, Louisiana.

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Visitor Comments

“Had a great time this past weekend. The interaction was great for the children. Really beautiful works of art in the museum. Your staff was amazing and very welcoming. I know we will be back.”
Jennifer F.
“It is an amazing place the house (The W.H. Stark House) and gardens. The inside is beautifully restored and the guides are great.”
Nadine H.
“We so enjoyed our visit to your park (Shangri La Gardens) today! The staff that met us before we went into the gardens was super friendly. One of the women (who I regrettably did not get her name) gave me a plastic bag to put over my camera and even let us use her umbrella so we could enjoy ourselves in the rain. Such a wonderful experience!”
Lindsay W.
“Cadence B. visited y’all (the Museum) with her class on Thursday! She said that she had so much fun and wanted to go back!!! My little artist”
Raymond B.
“Yesterday my granddaughter and I spent the day at the museum. We had a fun day and felt we had our own tour guide who answered our many questions. He was full of knowledge and fun stories about all things at Stark Museum.”
Cheryl F.
“Had a wonderful time here today. Lovely friendly staff. It’s a beautiful place (Shangri La Gardens).”
Mary K.
“The Stark Museum has a wonderful collection of Western Art. The museum is well organized, the docents helpful and there are well planned activities throughout the year to encourage young artists. It would be a wonderful place to introduce children to the wide variety of artist who explored America’s West through their art.”
Sally K.
“Spent our 15th anniversary here (Shangri La Gardens) during the day. It was so beautiful and romantic.”
Michelle M.
“I enjoy being a member of Shangri La as it seems every time that I am there I always capture amazing shots…At some point being a photographer it does take a lot of patience in doing so. Keep up the good work and I just want to say Thank You to all the Staff for doing what you do to keep this place beautiful. While walking through the garden I meet some very interesting people from all over and I am definitely going to keep my membership up to date as I can’t think of a better place so close to home to go and relax and enjoy nature.”
Janie F.
“We had an excellent time out there at Shangri La today! Everyone was great.”
Lilibeth A.