Sam Houston Statue & Visitor Center

I've driven past the Sam Houston statue many times but I've never visited it up close. It was well worth my time. The statue is even more impressive up close than from the highway. It is so detailed and well maintained. The visitor center has complimentary coffee and a very sweet cat that greets all visitors. I had a great time here and highly recommend it to everyone.

Great place to stop during drive to Houston.... it's not a very intuitive to drive here... have to take next exit and then drive back... the place is nice and maintained well... you also have gift shop to buy souvenir

A neat little spot for a dose of Americana. It's a good photo opportunity, and the grounds are pretty cool to stroll through. There is plenty of seating and things to look over. A good leg stretch if you're heading through Huntsville.

If you like history this is a good place. Lord of information and we loved the car.

Went here the start of 2024 and my experience is pretty good. I definitely recommend going here if you are on the highway if you need to take a little quick pitstop on the way. You can learn about the statue and get some pretty cool stuff from the gift shop while you are in the state of texas. Would definitely recommend

Very friendly staff and nice facilities. Great photo op, worth the stop on Highway 45.

Great place to stop with the family, and have an educational experience of Texas history. There are also picnic tables.

Very good place to see, awesome information and gift shop. The Statue is very tall. Good place to stretch your legs or walk for a minute. Very easy for mobile disabled people. Some stairs and restrooms are very accessible.

Super cute area and visitor's center. It was dark when we visited, so we didn't get an opportunity to go inside. Very cool to see in person though! We will come back by during open hours next time to check out the shop and interpretive center.

The statue is beautiful and tall!

It's always good to visit Sam Houston Statue. 😊

Stop in here to find visitor information about Huntsville, cool souvenirs, and take the short walk to the Sam Houston Statue and learn its history.

Wow, talk about an awesome staff! When we pulled in a lady actually walked outside just to greet us and say hello! Talk about a nice, clean, and friendly environment! Everything was well kept, walkways we're all perfect, picnic areas were immaculate, and all the information markers looked brand new. I had no idea how big the statue really was until I stood in front of it. I'm glad my Familiar suggested we should go check this place out. The little amphitheater was dope. There is this gigantic head of Sam Houston there so picture opportunities are endless lol. If you're looking for a little spot to stop and chill, maybe have a little picnic, you should for sure park your self here for a little while and check it out. Lots of info available about the area and surrounding parks along with a knowledge staff that is more than willing to help. A+ for sure!

Have driven past BIG Sam many times. This ti.e we stopped. It was cool to see up close, but even cooler was the information in the actual center. There is a gift shop too, but we not have time... Maybe next time. PS. Definitely worth a stop.

This place is a must see! Oh and their restrooms are very clean. Their gifshop sells a lot of cute souvenirs and everything Huntsville. Oh, and they sell ice cream too! Come and visit this place. You won't regret it!

I highly recommend visiting the Sam Houston Statue, as well as the Sam Houston museum. Whether you are a life long Texan, or you got her as quick as you could, the information is fascinating.

Pretty cool and super clean! It’s such a cute and quick little pit stop after you get out of the craziness of Houston. They also had ice cream which was perfect for my kids and lots of cute souvenirs and locally made things that were honestly not that expensive!

A spontaneous stop off that was well worth the time and experience.
With a short little walk from the gift shop and information building, that contains a few artifacts of Sam Houston's, you will find a trail of donator names etched into brick leading you to an incredible display of artistry.
The artist, even added Houston's wedding band.

The staff is well versed in Sam Houston's life and the history surrounding him. They will direct you to other places to obtain more information and see more sites.
*Ask about the 'Big Sam's Honor Club.

Plenty of spots for a picnic under the shades of trees, and activities like playing the games on the porch, enjoy the company of Boghi the cat or enjoy scavenger hunts and color sheets.
There are vending machines on spot and restrooms. Jams and ice creams for sale inside, novelty items and
This great for a stop off on a trip or day drive.

Cool and interesting place

My 9 year old grandson was working on a major grade and he was given Sam Houston. We went to the statue to gather information. The Young ladies that were working were so helpful.
He got enough info on Old Sam to score a 105 on his project! Way to go!!