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The Menil Collection vs Rothko Chapel
Both The Menil Collection and Rothko Chapel are rated highly by writers. Overall, The Menil Collection ranks significantly better than Rothko Chapel. The Menil Collection is ranked #1 in Houston with recommendations from 7 reviews including Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Where.
The Menil Collection
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1515 Sul Ross, Houston, TX 77006
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Fodor's
"This is one of the city's premier cultural treasures. Italian architect Renzo Piano designed the spacious building, with its airy galleries."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The late local philanthropists John and Dominique de Menil collected more than 17,000 works of painting, drawing, sculpture, archeological artifacts and more during their lives."
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Travel + Leisure
"In a city whose pleasures and treasures are not always evident, the internationally renowned Menil Collection is perhaps the ultimate hidden jewel."
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Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"One of the world's foremost collections of 20C art, with an emphasis on Surrealism."
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Afar Magazine
"The Menil Collection — so named because it once belonged to John and Dominique de Menil — is perhaps the most famous museum in Houston, and with good reason."
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Rothko Chapel
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1409 Sul Ross, Houston, TX 77006
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"Adjacent to the lawns surrounding the Menil complex, this moody octagonal sanctuary designed by Philip Johnson houses 14 Mark Rothko paintings."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A temple of contemplation, a church or a nuclear bunker? The one and only Rothko Chapel is whatever you want it to be."
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Travel + Leisure
"Open 365 days a year at no charge, the Chapel has tackled many crucial social issues with a particular emphasis on human rights. "
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Michelin Guide
1 Star
"The Rothko Chapel is an all-faith ecumenical center."
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Afar Magazine
"Rothko Chapel is a must-see for anyone visiting Houston."
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