There are not enough words to describe the tranquility of this place. I was in absolute awe upon…read morearriving and what truly made it even better was the people that run it. They are so welcoming, open, helpful, and kind, that I am ready to schedule an event here. Although they don't have a large designated parking lot, there's plenty of free parking in the area. They can also provide a mini bar and food vendors upon request. I both soul food and gorditas that night and it was sooo good. The possibilities are endless when it comes to this place and I'm so glad that it's a family owned spot. I think that they work with the community and you really do get to create a space not based on money but really based on the value add. Come support them or one of their events! Their art and plant selections are beautiful too.

Here at Galeria EVA, you will find local and Mexican art…read more.. as well as a venue space inside and outside for events... I attended the Green Party Rally Sun 16 Oct with Dr. Jill Stein presidential candidate as well other candidates that are running in Nov election.

Support the local arts scene! The 1906 is a series of eight…read moreart galleries in a big converted warehouse, where cool local artists and vendors gather to show off their wares and creations. There's often beer available for a donation, and sometimes there's even food trucks parked out there. Each gallery is always innovative, creative, and thoughtfully shown. There's a restroom hidden in the back. They named this series of art galleries after the address- 1906. Seems for such a creative space they could have come up with a more creative name, but at least you know where it is. The 1906 is part of the Lone Star Arts District scene. Come check this place out on the second Saturday of the month. If you show up at another time, you might need an appointment with the artists. One of the galleries is run by S.M.A.R.T., a local consortium of upstart artists who show enough pieces to do a whole show, or they'll just show a piece or two, often from high school students or younger, and are products of the educational space that this place makes available to students. The whole place is a non-profit organization! They often have DJs, and cool art that you can't even buy- installation pieces just there to make you think. Check out the large motorcycle artwork out in the parking lot. It was made by Bob "Daddy-O" Wade, the infamous Texas artist who made the giant boots outside of North Star Mall, and the giant musical frogs on top of Carl's Corner. Parking can be challenging- if you park a ways down the street, you should find a spot! Just be sure to park on the same side as the train tracks, because sometimes the trains come to a complete stop there, and can block you off from your car. This place also does custom framing. They have a huge selection of funky, weird woods and materials to frame your masterpiece. They have the saws there to make the proper cuts so all your works of art are properly displayed. Overall, this is a great place to hang out if you catch it at the right time, Second Saturday.

This place is sweet! Very picturesque and unique. This is a perfect spot for photographers to take…read morepictures at. Aside from the outside aesthetics, this place is one of the many locations in the Lone Star Arts District. The 1906 gallery features different local artists every month and is prominent during every second Saturday of the month! They offer free booze (with donations), snacks, and food trucks making it a really cool event to look forward to every month! If you already attend Second Saturday here, spread the word and bring your friends, dogs, or whoever, its sweet!

We came by on a Wednesday and there was a sign on the front door saying they were open Thursdays…read moreand Fridays from 10 am to 5 pm. We came back on Thursday after 10 am and they were not open and no sign explaining why. The outside of the building had lots of op art Frida statues staged around the structure so I did get to photograph them. I've enjoyed visiting in the past but the last two trips to S A this place has been closed.

What a hidden little gem! I am so glad I stumbled upon this while on my walk and checking out yelp!…read moreI was so impressed with this FREE museum! Mexican Culture is so prevalent in San Antonio and I think it is so important to really explore and appreciate it. There is so much rich history and this institute does a beautiful job showcasing it. I went and there was a school group and I stayed a little close to hear the explanations of the different rooms. If you plan to go to the Towers of Americas anyway, definitely make a stop here before or after you go!

This beautiful little plaza is tucked behind the La Villita Church, and Mayor Maury Maverick Plaza…read more It's a picturesque little square with local limestone buildings to gaze at from a park bench. There are a few good places to lock up a bike, and sit in the shade around here, which makes it a pleasant place to spend some time. The plaza is named after the famous San Antonio architect, O'Neil Ford, who worked with Mayor Maverick to ensure the future of La Villita as a historical landmark. It can be difficult to get here if you're going by car, since this is in the middle of La Villita, a historic district. Your best bet is to come in through Arneson River Theater on the Riverwalk to get to this plaza. This is a great place to go shopping for stuff when there's concerts or festivals in La Villita- there's always something cool going on! This space is available to rent if you're looking to organize something, but I've seldom seen it rented for events.

I recently visited Brick to pick up a breakable chocolate heart from one of the vendors that was…read moreparticipating in the market (Baked by Blair). I had never heard of this market before, so was excited to check it out. I tried to park in the lot designated for this market, but it was very busy and cars were even having to reverse out of the lot and it was a bit messy. I parked in a neighboring lot and walked over... not ideal but it worked. As I arrived when they first opened (12:00PM on Sunday), many of the vendors were still setting up and it was pretty empty. Regardless, there were many cool and unique items available. I also thought it was fun that they had a bar right at the entrance offering mimosas ($3 - very reasonable) so that you could sip & shop. I would definitely re-visit the market and brick but would likely go a bit later so it was more "popping".

Very trendy place to look at art for events and a nice lil restaurant Stella is very close by. If…read morethere's an event here please go and try it out to visit this area... Parking is terrible though. Any event that happens here please show up 30 minutes to an hour early.

This is what I like about San Antonio. It has more historical buildings then Houston. I was here…read morefor the Texas Democratic Convention kickoff party. This room accommodated so many people. After reading Curt C's review on history of Villita Assembly Building, it's amazing to see it has not changed much since it was built. It retained the luster from the 60's. It was the first convention center in San Antonio. The dimmed lights in the hall created a cosmos effect. It's like a peaceful starry night. Watch my video. For a complete history behind this building, go to http://gwmitchell.com/la-villita-assembly-building-over-50-years-of-celebrating-san-antonio/ and look at the original photos.

This assembly hall is the place to be during Fiesta, when they have the German oompah bands…read moreplaying, with sausage on a stick and a stein of lager! It's a beautiful old building, built in 1959. It's quite impressive that it has a 132' foot diameter, with a steel-cable roof suspension system holding it up. The concave roof and upper walls are covered with large precast panels. It's cool that the exterior of the place is covered in Mexican brick, making neat little courtyard enclosures around a patio garden. When you're headed in, check out the ceramic medallions on the outside near the entryway. It's a great old building, and it's almost mandatory that you have to do the Chicken Dance while in there at least once. There are easy restrooms to access, and it's air conditioned!

This is the largest plaza in La Villita Historic Arts Village. It has been home to the Maverick…read moreMusic Festival, Día de los Muertos, the International Accordion Festival, and the Shakespeare in the Park celebration to name a few. This large plaza is surrounded by grape arbors and large oak trees, with a beautiful fountain in the center. Maverick Plaza is shadowed by the Tower of Americas on one side, and is directly across from Hemisfair Park. There are public restrooms that are usually open, drinking fountains, and a concession stand. You can even rent this place out for your own party- they can fit 2,500 people in here easily. It'd be great for a wedding or a polka party! While you're here, be sure to check out the bust of Mayor Maury Maverick on the east side of the plaza by the main gates.

Freight is such a great gallery space! They've really transformed Gallito Studios, and made it a…read moreclean, well lit, easy to navigate art space! The place has really opened up their space- it used to be crowded with a maze of tight cubicles of gallery and studios. Now, it's a wide open central gallery, with studios and smaller galleries off to the sides. In the front, they now have a coffee shop! Cool! In the back, they've paved in the side and back yards, where bands set up, and additional galleries can be found. All of the art is local, handmade, and ranges in media. Some of the art can not be purchased, as they are installation pieces. The art here is all reasonably priced, and there's a great variety of artists and vendors selling cool stuff. This place gets hopping for Second Saturday, a monthly art walk that centers around the galleries by the train tracks at South Flores. The art is just part of the scene- check out the live music too! Budding artists can rent space here to do their art, and sell it when they have events. Other than Second Saturday, you might need to book an appointment to come by many of the artists' galleries, but it seems that coffee is served all day.

I always loved Kimura. Then I heard they were opening up inside of Freight...and my love grew!…read more I frequent the breweries in the area, and now have ramen down the street! Same great taste! Awesome/artsy location! Staff was super friendly and service was great!