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Sam Rayburn House Museum and its collection

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The Sam Rayburn House Museum is a historic house museum located at 890 West Texas State Highway 56 in Bonham, Fannin, Texas. This museum is dedicated to the life and career of Sam Rayburn, a famously effective Speaker of the United States House of Representatives. The house was built in 1916 and was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1976.

Operation of the Sam Rayburn House Museum

Since 1972, the Sam Rayburn House Museum has been operated as a museum and state historic site by the Texas Historical Commission. The museum offers visitors a chance to explore the life and career of Sam Rayburn through the house and its original furnishings.

Original Furnishings and 1947 Cadillac

All the furnishings in the Sam Rayburn House Museum are original and remain as they were when the Rayburns lived there. This includes Sam Rayburn's 1947 Cadillac, which is also on site. This allows visitors to get a real sense of the time period and the lifestyle of Sam Rayburn.

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Sam Rayburn House Museum
890 W TX-56
TX 75418 Bonham
Texas

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Visitor information Sam Rayburn House Museum

Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
10:00 – 16:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 16:00
Thursday
10:00 – 16:00
Friday
10:00 – 16:00
Saturday
10:00 – 16:00
Sunday Closed

Admission

0 – 5Free
6 – 17US$4.00
AdultsUS$6.00
Family (2 adult, 1 child)US$12.00

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Location & Map

890 W TX-56, Bonham

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Sam Rayburn House Museum Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Sam Rayburn House Museum in Bonham, Texas, offers visitors a glimpse into the life of one of America's most influential political figures. This preserved home showcases the modest lifestyle of Sam Rayburn, who served as Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives for 17 years. The museum features original furnishings and personal items, providing an authentic representation of early 20th-century life in rural Texas. Visitors appreciate the well-maintained grounds and the informative guided tours that shed light on Rayburn's political career and personal life. Some reviewers note that while the museum is small, it is rich in historical value and offers a personal connection to an important figure in American politics. However, a few visitors mention that the experience might be brief for those not deeply interested in political history. The museum's staff is generally praised for their knowledge and enthusiasm. Overall, the Sam Rayburn House Museum is considered a worthy stop for history buffs and those interested in Texas political figures, though it may not appeal to all tourists.

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