Neill-Cochran House Museum - Austin (TX)

5 /5 Daniel Villa, AIA: If you’re an architecture buff or a history buff this is a must see. Not only is it beautiful, it tells the story of Austin in a period of transition. The slave quarters are particularly interesting. Sometimes it is hard to remember/ believe that slavery was practiced in Austin, and this is a reminder of that. The staff is super nice too. Definitely worth the low entry price.

5 /5 Janayn Evans: Went during the Juneteenth celebration that was free to the public. Very thoughtful and honest tour of the refurbished enslaved houses on the property from the historical interpreter that helped do the research. Also viewed the Juneteenth Black Rodeo exhibit which was wonderful and enjoyed the gospel choir that was there. All of the staff were wonderful will definitely go back again.

5 /5 Mia Caringal: There are several photos on Google already. I am adding the wicker loveseat from 1880 during the time of the Neills. This is part of an original 5 piece set of which 3 remain. Tge arm chairs were already uploaded by someone else. This is the only existing slave dwelling in Austin. There are a few other exterior photos at different angles. Due to this not being an agricultural producing plantation the dwelling matches the exterior of the main house. However, it had a dirt floor and little is known about the residents. Approximately 10 ten enslaved persons lived in the two floors.

5 /5 Fanny katzinsky: Free parking in the back, can’t believe it coz’ usually parking on downtown is an issue. There was a super knowable girl in charge the museum that answer all my questions. Museum was clean and open on Sundays. The history of the house is very interesting and well preserved, they even illustrate the kind of food they used to have.