Experience the living sound of conjunto
Step into the vibrant world of Texas Conjunto music. Explore the historic instruments, rare archival recordings, and legendary stories that shaped a cultural movement born in the border towns of South Texas.
Visit options
We welcome music lovers of all ages with engaging, 45-minute guided experiences and self-paced discoveries designed to immerse you in the heritage of conjunto. You can submit your favorite snapshots to email- texasconjuntomusicmuseum@gmail.com to be featured in our community showcase. We are open on Thursday-Saturday from 10:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m. Call Patricia (956) 245-5005 for more information.
General walk-ins
Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and small families. Drop in during open museum hours to explore the gallery and listen to archival recordings at your own pace.
School field trips
Inspire young minds with educational group visits that highlight border heritage, traditional acoustic instruments, and the timeless cultural roots of Texas music.
Private group tours
Specially curated 45-minute guided tours for family reunions, travel groups, and organizations. Visitors should call ahead to arrange their visit.
Forged by hand and passed down by ear
Born in the dusty border towns of South Texas, forged by hand and passed down by ear, this sound has survived decades not because of money or fame, but out of pure, stubborn love. And here is the best part: this history is not just ours it belongs to everyone who hears it.
What you will experience on tour
See the instruments, photographs, and personal memorabilia of the pioneers who built conjunto music from nothing, collected over twenty years by our founder, Reynaldo Avila Sr. Hear original historic recordings from the legendary IDEAL Records archives in San Benito, and tune into our on-site internet radio station playing past and present classics live. Walk among the legends in our Hall of Fame gallery from early foundational masters to modern icons like Jaime de Anda inducted in 2023. If you visit on a Tuesday night, witness the living tradition firsthand during our community accordion classes, where the next generation learns note by note.
Musuem & Conjunto Hall of Fame Radio Studio Tours
Our standard tours run approximately 45 minutes and provide a deeply personal look into South Texas musical heritage. General walk-ins are always welcome during operating hours. Our hours are Thursday-Saturday 10:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m. To arrange a private group tour or school field trip, especially for large groups of 15 to 30 people, please contact Patricia Avila in advance at 956-245-5005 to schedule your time and reserve your spot. Download the app and listen to conjuntoradio.org internet radio 24/7. If you would like to be a sponsor or a guest on the radio station call Peter at (956) 241-1114. We have an open donation policy. & accept cash and online donations for educational programs and operational expenses.
