The Huntsville Arts Commission enhances the quality of life in Huntsville by supporting, encouraging and nourishing the cultural arts in our diverse community. Sam Houston State University. Founded in 1879, SHSU has an estimated 12,000 students each semester. Sam Houston State also provides the community with various cultural experiences and athletic activities. The Undergraduate Admissions office provides campus tours daily.
Admission is free, but donations are always appreciated.
The museum is host to the General Sam Houston Folk Festival held each year in April. Texan Prison Museum. Learn the history of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice by getting to know characters of the past on both sides of the bars. The museum, located at 1113 12th Street, is open Sunday and Tuesday through Friday from 12 pm to 5 pm, and Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm. Plans are currently underway for a new museum expansion.