Much of the Pioneer Museum experience is outdoors. Sunscreen and bug spray recommended. Umbrellas and handfans are available for guests.

Pioneer Museum

Monday – Saturday

10 AM – 5 PM

Vereins Kirche Museum

Monday – Saturday

10 AM – 5 PM

CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS August 9th - August 23rd

Historic Jail

1st Saturday of Each Month

10 AM – 3 PM

Schandua House

Special events only. Occasions will be listed on Events page.

Marschall-Meusebach Cemetery

Not open to the public.

Pioneer Museum / Vereins Kirche Museum

Admission

$12.00 – Adult

$5.00 – Students (Under 5 Free)

$7.00 – Senior and Military

Day Pass may be purchased same day as visit at the Pioneer Museum Store, located at 325 W Main Street, Fredericksburg, and includes entrance to the Pioneer Museum, Vereins Kirche Museum, and Historic Jail when open for programs.

Historic Jail

Admission

$5 – General Admission (Ages 6 & Up)

Free – Ages 5 & Under

Day Pass may be purchased same day as visit at the Pioneer Museum Store and includes entrance to the Pioneer Museum, Vereins Kirche Museum, and Historic Jail when open for programs.

Purchased separately with cash at the jail or online. Click here to purchase

Schandua House

Special events only. Occasions will be listed on Events page

Marschall-Meusebach Cemetery

Not open to the public.

Absolutely! Once you have purchased a Day Pass ticket, your ticket is valid all day at Pioneer Museum, Vereins Kirche Museum and Historic Jail (Jail open 1st Saturday of each month).

There are no designated Museum parking lots. Public parking is free and available at each museum location.

No outside food and drinks are allowed on the grounds. Water in closed containers is allowed.

Day Pass may be purchased same day as visit at the Pioneer Museum Store, located at 325 W Main Street, Fredericksburg, and includes entrance to the Pioneer Museum, Vereins Kirche Museum, and Historic Jail when open for programs. All tickets are sold day of visit except for programs and special events which are sold online.

No. The Museum does not have a coat check or storage area for personal belongings. As you prepare for your visit, keep in mind you will be responsible for keeping/carrying all personal items. Luggage and larger bags are not allowed in the Museum.

Yes, there is a lost and found. However, it is not directly accessible to the public. If you believe you have left an item here, please contact 830-990-8441 or notify another staff member.

No pets. ADA Service animals welcome.

No. The Pioneer Museum is a weapon-free facility. As an educational institution with numerous school and educational groups and activities on Museum property, weapons are prohibited from the property pursuant to Section 46.03 of the Texas Penal Code. Additionally, pursuant to Texas Penal Code Sections 30.06 and 30.07, we have posted legal signage notifying the public that we do not permit concealed or openly carried handguns in our facility. This applies to all employees, volunteers, guests and vendors.

Licensed peace officers, upon providing for inspection an identification card issued by the law enforcement agency or other governmental entity that appoints or employs the peace officer, may carry their duty firearms when visiting the Pioneer Museum.

We’re so glad you asked! We want each visit to be as fun (and safe) as possible. To ensure that all guests have a safe, enjoyable and fun experience at the Pioneer Museum, please cooperate with these guidelines:

Treat exhibits with respect to keep them in pristine condition for your future visits and the enjoyment of others.

The Museum is a non-smoking facility. Smoking of any kind, including electronic cigarettes, is prohibited on Museum grounds.

This is a family-friendly environment. Proper attire, including shirts, pants and shoes, are required at all times.

Group Tours: We have found that children below the age of 5 do not do well with our interpretation/exhibits on a Group Tour, so we request that you consider 5 to be the minimum age as part of any Group Tour. Obviously, babes-in-arms are always welcome.

There is no ATM on Museum grounds. ATMs are located near the Museums in the downtown MarktPlazt and area banks.

We do not have a restaurant on premises. The Museum Store sells bottled water.

Yes! Be sure to stop by to take home a special reminder of your visit. The Pioneer Museum Store offers a unique and varied selection of historical books by authors from the Texas Hill Country and beyond. It also features a variety of local made candles, coffee, Texas-themed home decor, aprons, hand towels, pillows, signs, toys and logo memorabilia.