Museum
O. Henry Museum
📍 O. Henry Museum, Austin, USA
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Quick Facts
- Location
- USA, Austin
- Category
- Museum
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Ticket Price
- Free (donations welcome)
- Address
- O. Henry Museum, Austin, USA
- Coordinates
- 30.2657, -97.7391
Introduction
The O. Henry Museum occupies an 1890s Victorian cottage east of downtown Austin, where short-story master O. Henry (William Sydney Porter) lived from 1893 to 1895. Period rooms, manuscripts, photos and personal effects tell of his Austin years and the flight that preceded his fame — the man behind the famous twist ending.
✨ Highlights
1
Author's home
O. Henry's restored Austin cottage.
2
Manuscripts & relics
Writings, photos and personal objects.
3
Free tours
Volunteers tell his life and writing stories.
🛈 Practical Info
→Location：409 E 5th St, Austin, Texas, USA
→Time needed：About 1 hour
→Ticket Information：Free (donations welcome)
💡 Tips
• Hours are limited (usually Thu–Sun) — check ahead.
• The rear library holds O. Henry's collected works.
• About 10 minutes on foot from the convention center.
FAQ
How much is the admission for O. Henry Museum?
Free (donations welcome)
Any practical tips for visiting O. Henry Museum?
Hours are limited (usually Thu–Sun) — check ahead. The rear library holds O. Henry's collected works.
How long should I spend at O. Henry Museum?
A typical visit takes 1 hour.
