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True. I was not sure that the Museum was considered a "school facility". I don't recall that the Institute was part of UT when I lived in SA and visited it 30 years ago, but it may have been.

I sent back the following:

Thank you for your reply.

As a Texas CHL holder, I strongly disagree with this policy, although I know that Texas CHL laws prohibit carrying on school facilities. I didn't know if the Museum fell into that category.

I believe this policy (and law) is effective in preventing only trained and licensed citizens from carrying a concealed weapon for their personal protection while at your facility.

The criminal element will pay no attention; thus ensuring a more dangerous environment for law abiding citizens, not a safer environment as you stated below.

Again, thank you for your response.

Chuck

I e-mailed the Institute and received the following reply today (high lights are mine ):

According to The University of Texas at San Antonio Police Department, Standard Operating Procedure 200-1, A person with a concealed handgun license may not possess a handgun on any premises owned and or under the control and supervision of the University of Texas at San Antonio. This is to ensure a safe environment for our guests and the community. We invite you to the museum and your visit is important to us but no weapons are permitted. We appreciate your concern and awareness on this issue. If I can answer any further questions, please call or e-mail me.

Respectfully,
Ramiro Nino
Security Supervisor
UTSA Police Department
Tel. (210) 458-2264
ramiro.nino@utsa.edu

This place is listed as a UT San Antonio Campus. Is CC thus prohibited in the museum, a popular tourist attraction? (at least when I lived in SA many years ago.)