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4.0 (98 reviews)
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Megan V.

While visiting Houston we wanted to see a tourist spot and in all my searches The Beer Can House kept popping up. It's a cute little house completely decorated on the outside by beer can materials and bottles. There is a little welcome center in the back where u can pay for admission to enter the house for $5. There isn't much inside the house so we passed on going inside, besides from the outside you can just look through the windows and see everything. The welcome worker was super nice and gave us a brief history of the house. He allowed us to take as many photos as we wanted. Also in the welcome center they have a few cute souvenirs to purchase. If you want a cute little photo op this is definitely a place for that.

Mattie L.

Every now and then I like going to my old neighborhood. Today I decided to visit The Beer Can House which was around the corner two streets over. I remember when the owners decided to start hanging the beer tops from his porch. Because houses were spaced between each other, we could see what he was doing as we walked to Birdsall Store. As high school kids we couldn't imagine the house becoming a museum. After I left home he did more. In this visit I was able to go inside. I was very impressed with what was done. A nice place to visit and it's free. Wonderful memories of my neighborhood. Ten stars.

Klemens T.

My wife and I stopped by in passing. We didn't pay the $5 admission and actually went inside the property. We were running late to be somewhere, but still wanted to stop by. I think it's pretty creative and awesome that the house is covered in beer cans and beer bottles. I don't know if it's a good idea if they plan on selling it one day lol, but still cool nonetheless. The next time I'm in this area, we'll definitely stop by. Street parking only.

Esther R.

Kind of random thing to do if you are looking for something to do an afternoon. My husband thought it was interesting... the house is still on the same condition it was but the metal of the cans is starting to deteriorate.

Front of the house
Barret L.

Such a fun, cool idea brought to life. A literal house made entirely out of beer cans! This unique landmark is a hidden gem of sorts. Not nearly enough locals know about it, but it is mentioned in a lot of guidebooks as a place to see when visiting Houston. Located amidst neighboring townhouses, The Beer Can House asks only a $5 donation to gain entry. It is open Saturdays and Sundays, with varying hours. Go check out this piece of iconic Houston folk art when you get the chance!

Vic C.

Beer Can House is definitely a must stop visit if you are traveling to Houston. The Beer Can House is only open on Saturday & Sunday, from 12- 5 pm (as long as weather permits). Located in a residential area with free street parking (you may have to drive around to find some). Admission is $5. However, if you just want to look at the house on the outside, it is free (but with only $5, it is worth paying the price to go inside and see the house and also take a tour to learn the history of this house). My husband and I came this past Saturday afternoon and were given a tour by KT. With the history, this amazing home was created by John Milkovisch, which he begins creating this home in 1968m when he had retired. Mr. Milkovisch was an upholster and so he was good crafting with his hands. Initially, he started by adding marbles to concrete, which is like marble flooring (lol). He had quite a marble collection but had to purchase more. Eventually, he started adding flattened beer cans to the sides of his house since he had finished constructing the driveway, front and backyard (he did this because he didn't want to mow the lawn anymore). The tops and bottoms of aluminum beer cars were cut and then that part was added to the sides of the home. The majority of beer brands that were added to the home is no longer available. You may notice that there are soda cans added to the house in various parts of the house. Mr. Milkovisch did not allow any of his sons to work on this house. But he did allow his grandsons to help add on to the house, thus there being 7 Up and Dr. Pepper soda cans added. Mary, Mr. Milkovisch's wife, had said that she did not care what he did to the outside of the house, but he wasn't allowed to do anything to the inside. Over time, she began to really appreciate the work that her husband did (she was on numerous game shows later on because of the amazing work her husband did on this house). Mr. Milkovisch also made a few curtains made of beer tops to the front and back of the house (unfortunately some of the work he has done around the house did get damaged due to weather). In the front yard, you will notice a ladder that Mr. Milkovisch named the "ladder of success". He used a ladder that was owned by his father and added it to the concrete floor with aluminum stars and moon. The fourth rung from the top is painted black, which is to symbolize that not everyone makes it. You may also notice the roman numbers in the front, it is the address of the home that Mr. Milkovisch decided to add to the house, just because he could. Inside the house, there are a few photos of Mr. Milkovisch and his wife. There are some things that he made for his wife, which included a jewelry box and belt. There is also a beer can buckle and a few beer coasters that he made as well. On display are a few of the tools that Mr. Milkovische used to create this home. There is also a 10 minute video that plays in one of the rooms by the back entrance, which includes an interview with Mr. Milkovische and a separate interview with one of his sons, Ronnie and his grandson (Ronnie's son). Mr. Milkovische passed away in 1988 (he was cremated and his ashes were spread here) and his wife continued to provide tours of the home. Mrs. Milkovische passed away in 2002. There is a lot that I did not include in the brief summary above but you will find yourself in awe as you see around and inside the house. Mr. Milkovische was a very creative builder. He made this house for himself, not to be famous or to get some kind of recognition from it (unlike the man who made the Orange Show). The Orange Show Center For Visionary Art (a non profit organization) now takes care of this home (which was purchased in 2001). When you come, if it is a slow day, you can ask for a tour of the home (at no additional cost) so that you can learn the history of John Milkovische. Please note that there is a clean, unisex restroom available inside the gift shop (the garage at the back of the home), in case you need to use it. Inside the gift shop, you will find a blue hat made of beer cans that you can take photos with (and yes it was made by Mr. Milkovische).

Alexis B.

I lived in Houston for four years (I left in 2016), and I tried (a few times) to visit the Beer Can House but it never worked out! This past weekend, I met a friend of mine in Houston for a weekend of art and food, Houston-style. I knew I wanted to FINALLY check out the Beer Can House. And it worked out! I didn't just take pictures of the house from the street this time! I walked through the gate and saw the outside and inside of the Beer Can House! For those of you that might not be familiar with the Beer Can House, here's a short explanation of what it is and why you should go see it! Basically, Houston resident John Milkovisch (an upholsterer for the Southern Pacific Railroad until he retired) drank a lot of beer. And what do you do with a lot of beer cans if you're a creative person like John Milkovisch? Well, cover your house in them, of course. Over 18 years, John Milkovisch covered his house and other parts of the lot with his beer cans. The Beer Can House is one of those strange and wonderful creations by non-professional artists that you can find around the country. It's unique and interesting and well worth checking out. You can see the exterior of the house from the street. You can walk around the exterior of the house for free during their open hours. Or you can pay a $5 admission fee to go inside the house (where they have some information and a video explaining the history of the Beer Can House). Definitely check out their hours on their website, or you'll be like me - having been outside on the street multiple times before I actually got behind that gate! A unique home in Houston. Check it out!

Beer Can House

A longtime Houston landmark now maintained by the Orange Show. The group not only preserves this unique artwork, they also promote creativity in our community. We love taking visitors by the home and enjoy taking classes and attending events put on by the Orange Show to keep Houston creative and one of a kind. In a word, inspiring!

Front of the house
Luke L.

First stop in Houston ... the Beer Can House? I drove 2.5 long hours from Lockhart and finally got here at 3:30 PM on Saturday. Admission fee is $5 per person and the gift shop is located in the back of the house. There's no designated parking spot and you will have to park on the street. Hours: From June 12, 2019 through September 1, 2019, the Beer Can House will be open Wednesday through Sunday from 12 PM to 5 PM. From September 7, 2019 to May 24, 2020, it will be open Saturday and Sunday from 12 PM to 5 PM. You know what the Beer Can House reminds me of? The Watts Towers in Los Angeles. Both the Beer Can House and the Watts Towers are stories about a man's obsession on building something out of nothing ... except that the Beer Can House isn't as spectacular as the Watts Towers. It took me about 15 minutes to see everything I want to see here. The intro video lasted about 10 minutes and I swear the video was taped using VHS back in the 90's. I had to use a TV remote control to start playing the intro video because it wasn't one of those autoplay videos. Long story short - John Milkovisch was obsessive about decorating the exterior of the house with recycled beer cans and started this project in 1968. He spent 18 years covering his house and used over 50,000 beer cans. The local community ultimately recognized his work and the Beer Can House is currently owned by a non-profit organization. There were few interesting mini glass displaying cases inside the house and I also saw the "Amen" ladder as well as the "Live by the Golden Rule" sign right in front of the house. If you can come up with an interesting idea to decorate your house over a long period of time, then you may be celebrated by your local community and become a part of the local history. Personally it was a somewhat interesting tourist attraction, but the Beer Can House was an one and done experience for me and I don't think this is a must-visit attraction in Houston.

Inside the home
Farrah A.

I don't care what anyone else says - this house is beautiful. Beer lover or not, you have to admire the decades of the time, dedication and creativity put into this home. Once started as an ol' man's side project turned total time consumption is now a peace of visionary art right in the middle of an upscale Houston neighborhood. If you've only driven by Beer Can House or simply strolled along the side of the property and into the backyard, I reckon you make that $5 donation and do the full-on property "tour" - which includes inside of the home with random facts, a video and a few Q&As. It's about 30-45 minutes, depending on the size of your group and how curious you are with questions. God Bless the late John Milkovisch (and his adoring and patient wife) for turning their family home into a must-see Houston gem.

Emily T.

I have yet to go inside the Beer Can House, but the outside is magnificent. Glistening scraps of aluminum flowing in the Houston wind. Perfectly symmetrical can tops forming a fence. Old, rusted cans floating along a metal wire fence. I think this place has character, transforming frat party remains and recycle center junk into a work of art. It's quirky and it's fun.

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Billie Jo M.

Of course I'd be the person to find this. My husband and I spent a night in Houston after returning from our honeymoon cruise. I was browsing around online, looking for things to do while we were there. I'm a beer drinker. I really like to enjoy beer, not get drunk, but enjoy the taste of many different beers. Naturally I wanted to see what this place was about. We showed up to see the house right before noon. The sign said it opened at noon. We waited a while and no one ever showed up to let us in. My husband called the number on the sign and was told someone would be there in just a couple minutes. We waited a while longer. Someone called him back and said it would be about another 15 minutes and that we could come back another time if we didn't want to wait. Seemed like that is what she was hoping we'd do. He explained to her that we're from New Orleans and couldn't just come back another day. Probably 30 minutes later a guy showed up to let us in. There's a small gift shop they bring you to where you pay to take a self guided tour of the house. Of course they sell pint glasses and I had to get one. The outside of the house is amazing and worth the visit. You can tell that there was a lot of time and energy put in to making this house what it is. The inside wasn't all that exciting. There were some old items left in the house that were kind of neat. There was an informational video that plays on a loop that you can watch. That was pretty interesting and gives you some insight in to why the owner did this with the house. I recommend you take the time to watch it. Overall other than the bad experience with the people while we were trying to get in, I enjoyed seeing the house and learning more information.

David N.

So as far as local flavor goes Houston has 2 places. The beer can house and the orange show. I was very disappointed with the orange show but the beer can house was actually cool. I was worried at first since I was basically driving through a new neighborhood with a bunch of townhouses and apartment complexes. I thought maybe I was too late and someone had tore this place down, but sure enough past the huge buildings there stood the beer can house. I really love this place because it incorporates lots of Texas beers such as Lonestar. This is something I've thought about making after a long night of drinking but never did it of course. I'm glad that something like this stands in a city that is always trying to demolish landmarks to make huge pretentious condos.

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