Discover the artistry of early German immigrants at this 11-acre historic site, featuring an extensive collection of handcrafted Biedermeier furniture and preserved 19th-century structures.
Located along the historic El Camino Real de los Tejas, the Museum of Texas Handmade Furniture preserves the legacy of German cabinetmakers who settled in New Braunfels. The museum's focal point is the former home of Bill and Nan Dillen, which houses over a hundred pieces of Texas Biedermeier furniture crafted between 1845 and 1880. Visitors can explore the beautifully wooded 11-acre grounds, which include a Reininger log cabin, a historic cabinet shop, and two period kitchens.
Tours typically last about an hour and include the main house, log cabin, cabinet shop, and historic kitchens. Docents can customize the length of the tour to fit your schedule upon request.
The museum features handcrafted Biedermeier furniture made by German cabinetmakers who settled in New Braunfels between 1845 and 1880, primarily using black walnut and pine.
Yes, living historians are on site on Fridays and Saturdays to demonstrate 19th-century skills like weaving, cooking, spinning, and blacksmithing.