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

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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

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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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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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AMOA-Arthouse at Laguna Gloria
3809 West 35th Street
AustinTX 78703
(512) 458-8191

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The AMOA-Arthouse is nestled among the beautiful grounds and historic villa of Laguna Gloria. With a rich history and commitment to bringing engaging exhibits, programs and events to the Austin community, AMOA-Arthouse provides audiences the oppurtunity to experience and investigate excellece in contemporary and modern art. The museum also offers classes for ages 3 through adult with an emphasis on innovative programs for teens throu...

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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

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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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Texas Military Forces Museum (Camp Mabry)
2200 West 35th St.
AustinTX 78703
(512) 782-5659

Ages: 0 and up

Come explore the history of Texas Military Forces from 1823 through present day. 45,000 square feet of:

 

  • uniforms
  • weapons 
  • tanks
  • artillery
  • aircraft
  • helicopters and more! 

 

Hours:

Tuesday-Sunday 10am-4pm, closed Mondays 

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The Blanton Museum of Art
200 East MLK Blvd.
AustinTX 78701
(512) 471-7324

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The Blanton Museum of Art at The University of Texas at Austin is one of the foremost university art museums in the country, and has the largest, most comprehensive collection of art in Central Texas. With a collection of more than 17,000 works, The Blanton is recognized for it's European paintings, an encyclopedic collection of prints and drawings, and modern and contemporary American and Latin American art. The museum offers public...

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The French Legation Museum
802 San Marcos Street
AustinTX 78702
(512) 472-8180

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The French Legation Museum is a non-profit organization that serves as a reminder of life in the Republic of Texas era. 

Their Mission:

To promote understanding and appreciation of Texas history and culture through preservation of the legacy, structure, and collections of the French Legation of the Republic of Texas.

The property is owned by the State of Texas, and the Daughters of the Republic are the custodians of the site. Museum is ...

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