4.5The Alamo(19.6k reviews) - Book the timed entry online to avoid the lines Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM Spent 2-3 hours Historic Sites • History Museums
Established in 1718 as Mission San Antonio de Valero, for over 300 years the former mission now known as the Alamo has been a crossroads of history. Having existed under six flags of independent nations and served as a garrison for five different armies, the Alamo has a rich history and a heritage to inspire Texans and people around the world. Although the Alamo is best known as the site of the 1836 Battle of the Alamo, all 300 years of Alamo history are vital to our story. Visitors can take a guided battlefield tour, rent a self-guided audio tour, walk through the historic Alamo Church and Long Barrack Museum, listen to a history talk given by an Alamo Interpreter, participate in living history demonstrations, watch a documentary on the history of the Alamo, and much more. Admission to the Alamo is free, but there is a charge for guided and audio tours.See more..
5.0National Museum of the Pacific War(3.841 reviews) - Insightful and Interesting Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Military Museums • History Museums
Open Wednesday - Monday. Formerly the Nimitz Museum, the complex is now the only museum in the Continental United States centered on World War II's Pacific campaign. Since 1968, the Museum has expanded to occupy a six-acre campus and gained a reputation as one of the premier military museums in the nation. Over the years the Museum was upgraded and enlarged, and the campus grew to accommodate the Memorial Courtyard, the Plaza of Presidents, and the Japanese Garden of Peace. We opened the expanded George H. W. Bush Gallery in 2009. The Gallery's state-of-the-art 33,000 square foot exhibition features 40 media installations, approximately 900 artifacts in 97 climate-controlled cases, 15 macro-artifacts, and hundreds of photographs. Two blocks east of the main campus is the Pacific Combat Zone. Recently reopened after an $8 million renovation. The PCZ is also home to our popular WWII Pacific Combat Program that takes place on set weekends throughout the year.See more..
The Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum, also known as the LBJ Presidential Library, is the presidential library and museum of Lyndon Baines Johnson, the 36th President of the United States. It is one of fourteen presidential libraries administered by the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) and located on the campus of The University of Texas at Austin. We are open daily (except for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day) from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., with the last admission at 4:00 p.m. Admission is $3-$13 per person, with free admission given to children 12 and under, active military, student groups, and UT Austin students, faculty, and staff with valid ID. Free parking is available in visitor lot #38. Learn more at lbjlibrary.org.See more..
4.5USS Lexington Museum(3.435 reviews) - A July 4th celebration aboard USS Lexington! Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Military Museums • History Museums
Visitors can tour the longest serving Essex Class aircraft carrier of World War II. The 16-deck "Blue Ghost" displays military artifacts and more than 20 aircraft. See all five tour routes, 3-D mega theater, Lockdown on the LEX Escape Rooms, mess deck eatery and flight simulator. National Historic Landmark located on North Beach. Elevator from the hangar deck to the flight deck. Welcome aboard! Labor Day - Memorial Day 9am - 5pm Memorial Day - Labor Day & Spring Break 9am - 6pm See admission at https://usslexington.com/visit/hours-admission/See more..
The Bullock Texas State History Museum is the state's official history museum and features three floors of exhibition galleries, IMAX® Theatre, Texas Spirit Theater, Story of Texas Cafe, and Bullock Museum Store.See more..
5.0George Bush Presidential Library and Museum(1.259 reviews) - Comprehensive and interesting museum about the 41st President Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums • Libraries • History Museums
The George Bush Presidential Library and Museum is a research institution and academic environment dedicated to the preservation, research and exhibit of official records, personal papers and memorabilia from the life and career of George H.W. Bush, the 41st President of the United States, with more than 43 million pages of official and personal papers, 2 million photos, 2,500 hours of videotape and 100,000 museum objects. Covering much of U.S. history since 1941, the library and museum features a World War II Avenger Torpedo Bomber, a 1947 Studebaker, a piece of the Berlin Wall, and precise replicas of President Bush's Oval Office, Camp David office and White House Situation Room. The museum also features a temporary exhibit gallery which lends to an ever-changing museum to visit. Museum hours are Monday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.See more..
4.5Briscoe Western Art Museum(865 reviews) - Lovely Museum Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Art Museums • History Museums
The Briscoe Western Art Museum, located on the banks of the historic San Antonio River Walk, brings to life the vibrant culture and heritage of the Western United States. The Museum offers a permanent collection of Western art and artifacts, providing visitors from San Antonio and beyond the opportunity to experience artifacts and artwork depicting the American cowboy, American Indian, the Vaquero and the many diverse cultures that forged the American West.See more..
4.5Moody Mansion(778 reviews) - Beautiful Home Tour! Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • History Museums
Restored to its turn of the century splendor, the 28,000 square-foot, four-story structure was completed in 1895. Today, our guests visit 20 rooms on a self-guided tour that depicts the home life of a powerful Texas family. The Moodys established one of the great American financial empires. Based on cotton, it grew to include banking, ranching, insurance and hotels. The mansion is one of the finest places to visit, a trip back in time. Touring the museum should definitely be on the top on the list for things to do on Historic Galveston Island. Tour Information: Self-guided Audio Tours: Children 6 & Under Free Self-guided audio tours from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily (last tickets sold at 4p.m.; house closes at 5 p.m.) Behind-the-scenes Tours: Exclusive docent-guided tours to areas not normally open to the public 4 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday | limited size tours | reservations highly recommended Group Tours: Moody Mansion tour descriptions: Self-guided audio tours: Two audio tours allow you to set your own pace through the house and grounds. • The Moody Family tour features six members of the Moody family telling stories about their ancestors. This tour is also translated into Spanish. • Mary’s tour, appropriate for children and adults, is narrated by an actress portraying the late Mary Moody Northen as if she were guiding you through her home. Guided 25th Anniversary Tour: Behind-the-scenes tours celebrate the 25th anniversary of Moody Mansion’s restoration. A knowledgeable docent guides guests through areas not normally open to the public, describing Mary Moody Northen’s vision for preserving her home and sharing her collections. These tours are conducted at 4 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Tour size is limited; reservations are highly recommended.See more..
4.5Witte Museum(650 reviews) - An immaculate gem! Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums • Natural History Museums • Science Museums • Art Museums • History Museums
San Antonio's Nature, Science and Culture Museum is a fun learning experience for the entire family. Includes a dinosaur gallery, Texas heritage center, art gallery, H-E-B treehouse, climbing wall, and more.See more..
We’re a museum dedicated to one thing: the history of the Panhandle-Plains region. But that singular focus expresses itself in a multitude of ways. Inside PPHM, themed exhibitions include those that showcase paleontology, archaeology, textiles, classic cars, petroleum, the Old West and a renowned art collection. PPHM offers visitors a chance to step into history with a life-size Pioneer Town, interactive Don D. Harrington Petroleum Wing, guided group tours and special events. With over two million artifacts, of which only a small percentage are on display, visitors marvel at the vast array of objects we showcase.See more..
4.5National Museum of Funeral History(564 reviews) - A Unique and Interesting Look At The Business of Death! Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums
This museum, owned by a funeral company, houses the largest collection of funereal artifacts in the U.S., traces the history of funeral services, displays historic hearses and provides memorabilia from funerals of the famous, such as Dwight Eisenhower, Martin Luther King Jr., John F. Kennedy and Elvis Presley.See more..
4.0Fort Worth Museum of Science & History(484 reviews) - Short, small and Sweet Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Natural History Museums • Science Museums • Observatories & Planetariums • History Museums
Entertaining, interactive exhibits to inspire appreciation for science and history in visitors of all ages. Highlights include the Noble Planetarium, Innovation Studios and a new high-technology interactive exhibit, the Current Science Studio.See more..
5.0National Ranching Heritage Center(472 reviews) - For young and old; fascinating Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • History Museums
Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. except 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Visitors should plan to visit the 19-acre historic park early enough to complete their outdoor tour by 4 p.m. The indoor galleries close at 5 p.m. It takes 45 to 90 minutes to see the 53 ranch structures in the historic park and walk the 1.5 mile pathway. The outdoor park is both wheelchair and stroller accessible. Admission is free.See more..
4.5Pioneer Museum(386 reviews) - Worth a visit Sunday: Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums • Historic Sites • History Museums
Enjoy a self-guided tour of our grounds and glimpse into the daily lives of the German pioneers of the Texas Hill Country. Our 3.5 acre grounds, located in downtown Fredericksburg, feature historic homesteads and buildings donated by founding families of Gillespie County. Among the historic homesteads and buildings are: one-room schoolhouse, log cabin, Sunday house, blacksmith shop, bath house, barn, smokehouse. Each showcases artifacts and architecture which help to preserve and tell the story of these pioneers. Also, browse through our fire department museum which displays pieces of early 20th century firefighting equipment.See more..
4.5Texas Civil War Museum(332 reviews) - Fascinating Museum Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums • Speciality Museums • History Museums
The Texas Civil War Museum is not only the largest civil war museum west of the Mississippi but it also houses one of the most comprehensive collections of Civil War artifacts in the country, including the largest number of historical Texas battle flags in the state. The museum is also home to the Judy Richey Victorian Dress collection.See more..
The development of the American Quarter Horse from colonial times to present day is traced through interactive exhibits, dramatic video presentations and live demonstrations.See more..
4.5National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame(255 reviews) - Cowgirls at their finest! Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Art Museums • History Museums
The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame honors and celebrates women, past and present, whose lives exemplify the courage, resilience and independence that helped shape the West, and fosters an appreciation of the ideals and spirit of self-reliance they inspire. The Museum proudly celebrates living and deceased honorees who represent diverse backgrounds, ethnicities and cultures. -Adults – $12.00 -Seniors (age 65 ) – $9.00 -Military & First Responders – $9.00 -Children (age 4-12) – $6.00 (Children age 3 and under – free with paid admission) **Cowgirl Family Special (2 adults and up to 4 children age 4-12) $36.00** Perfect for Spring BreakSee more..
4.5Stockyards Museum(217 reviews) - Nice small museum Sunday: Speciality Museums • History Museums
This site focuses on Fort Worth's role in the cattle business.See more..
4.5Log Cabin Village(206 reviews) - Life Long Ago Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • History Museums
Today, each of the historic structures, furnished with authentic artifacts, provides a vivid look at life in the nineteenth century North Texas frontier. Each log house displays different aspect of pioneer life. The exhibits include a water-powered gristmill, a one-room schoolhouse, a blacksmith shop, an herb garden, and several log home settings. Historical interpreters, who are City of Fort Worth staff and volunteers, depict the lifestyle of the people who lived and settled the area in the mid to late 1800s.See more..
Our Mission: to educate the public - particularly the youth of today - about the Nazi Holocaust, as a way of insuring that similar acts of terrorism will not be repeated; to memorialize and pay tribute to those who perished in the Holocaust and to honor those who survived; to fight prejudice an bigotry and to remind the world, through education, of the value and dignity of human life. Admission is Free Donations are greatly appreciated. All tours must begin 30 minutes prior to scheduled closing.See more..
4.5Jurassic Quest(151 reviews) - Jurassic Quest Drive Thru Spent More than 3 hours Children's Museums • History Museums
Tickets were mostly sold out and I got a ticket for the 7 pm show at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.Tickets were sold per vehicle.It was fantastic! My husband saw pictures online taken during the day and he said that the night views were so much better. Our very young grandchildren had a blast ! The dinosaurs were life size.The details were close to realistic.The lighting emphasized the details .The audio thru the car bluetooth was very informative.The children were impressed by the vibrations of the car speakers mimicking dinosaurs thumping on the ground.I had to replay the thumping segment a few times over as requested by the kids.We all enjoyed it!See more..
4.0Chamizal National Memorial(120 reviews) - Awesome 50+ Acre Historic Memorial of a Dispute Between Mexico and the United Sunday: 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Historic Sites • National Parks • History Museums
First, the Memorial is bounded by East Paisano Dr., Delta Dr. and San Marcial St. In 1911 Mexico and the US had an arbitration over a piece of land that was cut by the Rio Grande River and floated from the river's Mexican side to the U.S. side. Mexico was awarded the parcel by the arbitrators but the U.S. refused to honor the award for 52 years. These beautiful grounds and a great National Park Service building with a picture history, a museum and picnic area showcase the Chamizal's history. Phenomenal Park Rangers, knowledgeable and extremely nice and fun. Nice gift shop. Bring your camera, picnic and ability to have fun!!!See more..
4.5Sam Houston Memorial Museum(113 reviews) - Great Texas history museum Sunday: 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM History Museums
If you want to learn how Hunstville and even Texas was shaped by a few men then this is the museum for you. The artifacts and memorabilia is astounding for a museum this small so that alone makes it extremely interesting. Seeing the tools and weapons of that age in person is riveting if you're into that kind of historical fodder. Won't disppoint! See more..
4.5The Grace Museum(108 reviews)from $6.16 - Fun with small children for the afternoon Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours Art Museums • History Museums
The Grace Museum is a hub of art, culture and community located in historic downtown Abilene, Texas. Originally built in 1909 for railroad travelers as the Hotel Grace, the fully renovated Mission Revival style Grace Museum now showcases rotating exhibitions of world-class art and photography by American artists with Texas connections, as well as historic works and objects from the Museum's permanent collection. The Grace also houses an interactive children’s museum with exhibits that kids of all ages can enjoy.See more..
4.0Frontier Times Museum(105 reviews) - Ran out of time - must go back! History Museums
Includes many early pioneer items, some very unusual.See more..
4.5Taylor County History Center(104 reviews) - Surprisingly Nice Sunday: Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • History Museums
The Taylor County History Center, previously the Buffalo Gap Historic Village, located in Buffalo Gap, Texas, tells the story of the last fifty years of the West Texas frontier. Through interactive exhibits, educational programming, and historic interpretation, guests experience the formative years when the region changed from the Wild West to civilized settlements. The iconic structure of the Village, the original Taylor County Courthouse, represents the presence of justice on the once untamed frontier. The collection includes over fifteen historic structures from the region and over 10,000 artifacts representing the material culture of West Texas.See more..
See the actual cannon marking Texas independence. Many interesting artifacts and a very knowledgeable museum director. New reflecting pool being built. Souvenirs are reasonably priced. They have just started an entrance fee of $5 per person.See more..
4.5El Paso Museum of Archaeology(99 reviews) - Go out of your way to visit this museum Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM History Museums
The El Paso Museum of Archaeology is dedicated to the narration, interpretation and preservation of archaeological and anthropological artifacts through research, exhibits, education, and special programs, with a focus on the prehistory and culture of the El Paso area and the Southwest.See more..
4.5Museum of South Texas History(97 reviews) - A must see for museum enthusiasts! Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours History Museums
Prehistoric plants and animal fossils, native people and European colonization exhibits, and a steamboat replica are but a few of the fascinating displays to see at the Museum of South Texas History. This facility is ADA accessible.See more..
Wasn't a large museum, but they had a lot of artifacts from different time periods of aviation, especially from WW I, WW II, Korea, Vietnam, Gulf War and commercial aviation. The docent that took us on tour of the planes on the tarmac was extremely knowledgeable and very interesting. The entry fee for seniors was very reasonable. Well worth a visit. People at desk were helpful and friendly.See more..
4.5Whitehead Memorial Museum(85 reviews) - Enjoyable Museum Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours History Museums
The Whitehead Memorial Museum was established in 1962 and remains the only full time, public museum in Val Verde County, Texas. The mission of the Whitehead Memorial Museum is to preserve historical and tangible artifacts that reflect the early history, cultures, and economics of Del Rio and Val Verde County.See more..
Well organized, friendly staff, clean building. Loved the miniature train setup, such attention to detail. Enjoyed sitting at the windows & seeing the trains roll in too! Such great interactive exhibits for old & young alike.See more..
4.5Riverside Nature Center(78 reviews) - The Best Nature Experienc in Kerrville Sunday: Natural History Museums
Riverside Nature Center is a non for profit, member supported organization founded in 1989. The nature center boasts a unique and diverse Texas Native Arboretum, native meadow and pollinator garden, compost demonstration, rainwater harvesting, indoor exhibits, workshops, youth activities and a gift shop. Come visit us at 150 Francisco Lemos St. at the confluence of the Guadalupe River and Town Creek.See more..
Established in 1974, this museum contains life-size exhibits depicting El Paso's history.See more..
4.5Sophienburg Museum(70 reviews) - Worth A Stop Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • History Museums
Every story has a beginning and the saga of New Braunfels starts here! Take a journey to Texas with Prince Carl and his group of German colonists as they cross the ocean to establish a new colony at the edge of Indian Territory. Live their dream of freedom, adventure and prosperity. Exhibits rich in local artifacts, photographic images, maps and documents take visitors through the history and cultural heritage of New Braunfels and Comal County. The archives is one of the largest repositories of information chronicling the German immigration movement to Texas. The collection includes more than a million photographic images, newspapers, oral history recordings, government and church records, and genealogical information. Sophie's Shop, the museum store, carries the best in German collectibles, including nutcrackers, smokers, and Inge-Glas ornaments, as well as, books on New Braunfels, Texas, and regional history. Find New Braunfels souvenir t-shirts and decor to remember your trip.See more..
Touring all areas in the state of Texas big and small and found myself drawn to Fort Stockton, Texas. I've been to some impressive historical museums in the US including The Henry Ford and Smithsonian Museums. This museum had things I've never seen before. It had an interesting layout with each hotel room having a different emphasis on the history of Fort Stockton. The historical society put together a great collection and told an all encompassing story of the history for Fort Stockton. Great Museum and I'd say worth a drive off the beaten path of the larger Texas Cities.See more..
4.5Star of the Republic Museum(65 reviews) - Absolutely Outstanding! Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours History Museums
In 1965, State Representative Gus Mutscher introduced a bill for construction of a “Worthy Museum, at the Birthplace of Texas that would be a Star upon a Star.” It is the only museum created by the Legislature for the purpose of interpreting the Republic period of Texas history.See more..
4.5The Interurban Railway Museum(60 reviews) - Wonderful little musuem about the role of the interurban railroad Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Children's Museums • History Museums
The Interurban Railway Museum is a FREE museum located in Plano's Haggard Park and surrounding Historic Downtown Plano. Parking is available in the lot immediately adjacent to the museum and the DART rail stop. Museum guests will enjoy a tour of Railway Post Office Car #360. Guests will learn about the rail post office system, discuss period advertising in the train car and learn more about electric rail travel. Guests will also tour the Interurban Railway Museum, learning about regional history in the history room, exploring interactive displays in the science room and experiencing the working "O" scale model train layout. Every Friday at 10:30 a.m. the museum offers a children's story time, hosted by professional storytellers Genie Hammel and Melody Perez. Special field trips are available upon request at our website.See more..
4.0Museum of the Southwest(59 reviews) - Little gem in Midland TX Sunday: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Natural History Museums
Lots of people do not know about this place. It's tucked in around old Midland, with trees and beautiful landscaping, it is a must stop. Let your children explore in the little town they have. Always have beautiful art on display. See more..
4.5Frisco Heritage Museum(58 reviews) - Fun and Interesting Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours History Museums
Located on the Northside of Babes Chicken Dinner House. Local history museum consisting of early & mid-20th-century buildings with various period exhibits. For you rail fans, BNSF Railway recently completed installation of a switch in its mainline through Frisco to provide rail access to the museums new site on cotton gin Road. See more..
Highlight of your visit to downtown is the remarkable History Museum and Visitor Center operated by the Bastrop County Historical Society. Besides picking up information/materials about Bastrop at the Visitor Center, take some time to tour the museum and discover the community’s fascinating history that started back in 1832, four years before the Texas War for Independence. The first class exhibits include several videos as well as an array of artifacts.See more..
4.5Ellis County Museum(55 reviews) - Comprehensive Display of Historical Artifacts Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM History Museums
Museum that displays a beautiful collection of silk and ivory fans, ivory pitchers, and other items from various time periods.See more..
4.5Bandera Natural History Museum(53 reviews) - Beautiful and Fun Museum Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Natural History Museums
Replicas of Dinosaurs, Ice Age animals, and educational play stations are located on the eight acre grounds. Inside there are over 100 full-body animal mounts positioned in hand-painted dioramas portraying their natural habitats. An international collection of art pieces are displayed in the museum. The New Spain Art Hall with a collection of more than 150 pieces from the Spanish Viceregal period has been added. Paintings, sculptures, silver, furniture, antique Talavera and ivories are included in the permanent collection. A model of a Manila Galleon welcomes visitors with an introduction of how the New Spain Art is distinctive from the art created in Europe. The New Spain Art Hall contains a permanent collection of more than 150 pieces from the Spanish Viceregal period of 1521-1820. The collection consists of paintings, sculptures, silver, furniture, antique Talavera and ivories. Miguel Cabrera, Cristobal de Villalpando and Jose de Ibarra are artists represented in the collection.See more..
This Museum of Railroad and Local History in West Texas Area is housed in a historic two story brick passenger depot built in 1910 as the Texas Corporate headquarters of The Kansas City, Mexico and Orient Railroad. This international Railroad was bought out in 1928 by the Santa Fe Railroad during the First Oil Boom in the largest oil field in the world the famous Permian Basin in West Texas. The Museum features 7 full size Railroad engines and cars inside and out side this beautiful Nationally Recognized building. Displays for all ages include 5 running model train layouts, Railroad equipment from 1850 to present day and over 500 historic photos of the San Angelo Texas Area. Guided tours included in admission price. Check out the Museums Web site for information on annual and other special events.See more..
4.0Stone Fort Museum(47 reviews) - Old Stone Fort Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour History Museums
An educational center dedicated to the natural & cultural history of eastern Texas, we're housed in a 1936 replica of a Spanish Colonial stone house built by Antonio Gil Y'Barbo in the late 18th century!See more..
The oldest museum collection of primarily Moravian Czech immigrant artifacts in Texas. A small museum highlighting the stories of Czech peoples throughout history. Fresh kolaches and fixed-menu lunch (changes daily) are served daily when the Museum is open. Some resources and help available for genealogy work or we can refer you to the Texas Czech Genealogy Society for expert advice. Library also includes information on the Wends, Slovaks, Bohemians and Texas German immigrants.See more..
This fascinating museum is just along the road from the Visitor Center. We had a personal intro from Charles, who if we understood correctly was a mix of Scottish and Choctaw heritage. The story of children starting the whole thing was awe-inspiring, especially as they’d toured Europe and even visited Manchester. Good art, a lot of it for sale. The story of Thomas E Mails and his interaction with the Kwahadis was inspirational. All for 5$.See more..
4.5Doss Heritage and Culture Center(45 reviews) - Attractive place to learn Parker County history Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours History Museums
The mission of the James and Dorothy Doss Heritage and Culture Center is to collect, preserve, and interpret the history of Parker County through cultural and educational events that raise awareness and pride in our western heritage.See more..
The tour took an hour and it was well worth it if you enjoy historical houses. The tour guide was very knowledgeable, and the early use of concrete along with using the roof to store water was fascinating. Not recommended for those with small children who will be easily bored by the tour. It also has steps is some areas which may be problematic if mobility is an issue. But if you like history and architecture, this is a hidden gem! I often go on historical house tours and have never seen anything like this. Enjoy!See more..
My wife and I visited the Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History and absolutely loved it. Clean, neat, and pleasant reception. Reasonable entrance fee. This is great to learn about local Brazos Valley / Bryan history. There are photos, artifacts, dinosaur bones, rocks, and a contemporary display (the theme was the history of board games). All done with accuracy and great care. There's also a discovery room for kids of all ages - there are snakes, a tarantula, and even a snapping turtle. A local beehive shows bees busy at work. I would gladly come back for another visit, next time I am in the BCS area.See more..
