Robert E. Howard Museum
The house where pulp fiction writer and Conan the Barbarian creator Robert E. Howard lived and worked, now a museum dedicated to his life and literary legacy.

📜 Museum in the former home of pulp fiction author Robert E. Howard, creator of Conan the Barbarian.
🔍 Added to the U.S. Register of Historic Places in 1994, located in Cross Plains, Texas.

Why Go

📚 Explore the life and works of Robert E. Howard, creator of Conan the Barbarian.
⚔️ Discover the origins of the sword and sorcery genre and his influence on weird fiction and American literature.
🏡 See the preserved childhood home where Howard wrote his famous stories and experience a well-preserved 1920s atmosphere.
🗣️ Benefit from knowledgeable and passionate tour guides.
🎉 Attend the annual Howard Days event in June for special activities.

Why Avoid

🗺️ Remote location in a small Texas town.
🧐 Appeal may be limited for those unfamiliar with Howard's work.

Tips

📞 Best to email or call for an appointment before visiting.
🗓️ Consider visiting during the annual Robert E. Howard Days event in June.

Cost

💰 Free admission.

Hours

🕒 By appointment only; extended hours during annual June event.

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