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O. Henry Museum from the street.

O. Henry Museum

The mission of the O. Henry Museum is to collect, preserve and interpret artifacts and archival materials relative to the author for literary, educational and historical purposes.

Purpose

The O. Henry Museum offers a look into the life of William Sidney Porter in the Austin years leading up to his controversial prison term, after which he assumed the pen name O. Henry and set about transforming himself into the famed short story writer who authored such universal classics as "Gifts of the Magi," "The Ransom of Red Chief" and "The Cop and the Anthem."

Museum Information

The museum offers group tours. We also have a volunteer program and receive donations.

Donations greatly benefit the museum and its programs. Inquire about contributing.

Contact us about volunteering at the museum. We are currently in need of a gardener and a volunteer docent.

Parking is available in the metered street parking or downtown garages of the Hilton Hotel or Convention Center.

Staff

Valerie Bennett
Curator
Michael Hoinski
Culture and Arts Education Specialist
Quinn Argall
Administrative Assistant
Danielle Martinez, Docent
Jenna Cooper, Docent

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O. Henry Museum Group Tours
We ask for one week advance notice of groups larger than 10 people, including schools, church groups, and organizations.