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Thinkery
1830 Simond Avenue
AustinTX 78701
(512) 469-6200

Ages: 0 and up

The Thinkery, the new Austin Children’s Museum, creates innovative learning experiences that equip and inspire the next generation of creative problem solvers. It opened in December 2013 at its new location in the Mueller development, the Thinkery is Austin’s new home for “why” and “how”. It’s a place where science and families play side by side. Founded in 1983 as a nonprofit organization, the Thinkery delivers its mission through a...

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Texas Memorial Museum
2400 Trinity Street Stop D1500
AustinTX 78712
(512) 471-1604

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Texas Memorial Museum is housed within the Texas Natural Science Center located on the University of Texas campus at Austin. Exhibits focus on dinosaurs and fossils, Texas wildlife, gems and minerals, and a working paleontology lab where visitors can interact with scientists as they prepare fossil finds.

Spotlighted in the exhibits are spectacular specimens found in Texas, including the largest flying creature ever found, the Pterosau...

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Austin Nature and Science Center
301 Nature Center Drive
AustinTX 78746
(512) 974-3888

Ages: 0 and up

Austin Nature and Science Center is located on the western edge of Zilker Park right by Barton Springs and the Zilker Zephyr. Since 1960, the Austin Nature and Science Center has been dedicated to the exploration of the natural world. They provide hands-on exhibits and activities for adults and children of all ages. Visit the resident wildlife, dig up fossils in the dino pit, trade natural treasures at the Naturalist Workshop and Tra...

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McKenna Children's Museum
801 West San Antonio Street
New BraunfelsTX 78130
(830) 606-9525

Ages: 0 and up

McKenna Children's Museum offers a stimulating environment where children can discover a world of arts and creativity, science and technology, culture, health and history. Children can see, taste, touch and smell in an atmosphere especially designed to build healthy young minds and promote overall well-being. Exhibits include lend-a-hand ranch, grocery store, Destination Space, The Tot Spot and many more. The museum also hosts birthd...

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The Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
1800 North Congress Avenue
AustinTX 78701
(512) 936-8746

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The Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum tells the "Story of Texas" with three floors of interactive exhibits, the special effects show, The Star of Destiny in the Texas Spirit Theater, and Austin's only IMAX theater featuring the signature large-format film, Texas:The Big Picture. Make a day of it and have lunch at their cafe ,which has indoor or outdoor seating,or do a little shopping in the Museum store  that has something for t...

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Austin Fire Museum
401 East 5th St.
AustinTX 78702

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The Austin Fire Museum is located at Austin's Central Fire Station Number 1 in the heart of downtown Austin. It's the city's busiest fire station which includes Quint 1, Engine 1, Engine 13, Austin EMS Medic 6, and the AFD Shift Commander. The station was built in 1938 and is a piece of history in and of itself. The museum features relics from as far back as the 1870's including:

 

  • hook and ladder no. 1 lantern
  • uniforms from the turn of...
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Beverly S. Sheffield Education Center
2201 Barton Springs Rd.
AustinTX 78746
(512) 481-1466

Ages: 0 and up

The Beverly S. Sheffield Education Center is home to the SPLASH! into the Edwards Aquifer exhibit. The exhibit offers a fun and exciting learning experience deep inside a simulated limestone cave. Visitors can enjoy:

 

  • multimedia displays
  • interactive exhibits
  • Barton Springs salamander exhibits that illustrate the importance of the water quality of the springs, creeks & rivers 
  • learn how routine activites impact water quality & learn about...
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Dr. Pound Historical Farmstead
570 Founders Park Rd.
Dripping SpringsTX 78620
(512) 858-2030

Ages: 0 and up

The "Pound House" Farmstead and Museum is th heartbeat of the Dropping Springs area's unique history and rich pioneer heritage. The home dates back to 1854 and is recognized as a national and state historic landmark. Read more about the Pound Family here. Group & school tours available.

Annual Events:

February-Docent Valentine's Tea

April-Heritage Gala, fundraiser

June-Kids Pioneer Day

Summer-program, call for details

September-Fall Fest P...

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Pioneer Farms
10621 Pioneer Farms Drive
AustinTX 78754
(512) 837-1215

Ages: 0 and up

Take a step back in time at Pioneer Farms. Pioneer Farms consists of 5 themed historic areas to explore:

 

  • a Tonkawa Indian Encampment
  • a German Emigrant Farm
  • a Texian Farm
  • a Cotton Planter's Farm
  • and a rural village called Sprinkler Corner

 

Spread out over 90 acres, Pioneer Farms offers exciting and memorable ways to discover Texas' past with your family. Don't miss the Scarborough Barn where you can get up close with your favorite farm ani...

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San Marcos Nature Center
430 Riverside Dr.
San MarcosTX 78666
(512) 393-8447

Ages: 0 and up

Mission: To educate and inform the public about the San Marcos River Watershed Ecosystem, in an effort to conserve and restore the watershed and it's indigenous wildlife. The SMNC has a variety of animal exhibits and native plants from the San Marcos area, a pond and themed gardens. 

They offer:

 

  • camps for kids
  • native plant sales
  • tours of the butterfly house
  • nature walks
  • wildscape demos
  • nature seminars
  • youth activities
  • general tours

 

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