ArtCar Museum Welcome to the ArtCar Museum, one of Houston's most unique contemporary art facilities! This free, private museum is often times referred to as 'Garage Mahal', a testament to how awe-inspiring the collection is for art and/or auto enthusiasts (though it really is fascinating to see even if you aren't either of these things).…
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Blaffer Art Museum
Blaffer Art Museum Welcome to the Blaffer Art Museum, one of the most cutting-edge art facilities in all of Houston. Located within the Arts District on the University of Houston campus, this museum aims to 'further understanding of contemporary art through exhibition, publications, and public programs'. The museum considers itself to be the 'Gateway' between…
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Williams Waterwall
Williams Waterwall The Williams Waterwall, also known as the Geral D. Hines Waterfall Park, is one of the most interesting (and FREE) landmarks you can visit while in Houston. This multi-story sculptural fountain serves as the cornerstone of Uptown Houston, sitting just opposite of Williams Tower (trust us, you can't miss it). Incredible to gaze…
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Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center [caption id="attachment_32126" align="alignright" width="425"] Houston Arboretum Pixabay Public Domain[/caption] Welcome to one of Houston's finest free attractions, the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center. This 155-acre wildlife sanctuary was one of the first nature education facilities for children in the state of Texas, serving over 200,000 people annually, 10,000 of them specifically school groups. The Arboretum is located within…
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Historic Market Square Park
Historic Market Square Park If you are looking for a historic Houston cornerstone, a spot to do a bit of shopping, or just a breath of fresh air, Historic Market Square Park is for you! This downtown public park is considered to be the 'original heart of community activity' for Houston, this being just blocks…
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Julia Ideson Building
Julia Ideson Building An integral part of the Houston Public Library System and longstanding downtown Houston fixture, the Julia Ideson Building is one of the most beautiful and historic spots you can visit while in town! This breathtaking Spanish architecture is very grandiose, with Spanish brick floors, marble pillars, and grand staircases throughout. Head to…
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Houston Downtown Aquarium
Houston Downtown Aquarium [caption id="attachment_26019" align="alignright" width="425"] Spotted Stingray Houston Aquarium Pixabay Public Domain[/caption] Amazing aquatic ecosystem displays, interactive touch pools, and exciting shark tanks...welcome to Houston's Downtown Aquarium! The 6-acre entertainment and dining complex holds over 500,000 gallons of aquatic display, one full-service restaurant, an upscale bar, and several shopping opportunities along the way. There…
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The Great Smoky National Park Ultimate Field Trip Experience
The Great Smoky National Park is the most visited national park in the United States, renowned for its great biodiversity, Southern Appalachian history and culture, and perhaps above all, it's striking natural beauty. [caption id="attachment_25554" align="alignright" width="425"] Great Smoky Mountain National Park Map - NPS[/caption] Within the boundaries of The Great Smoky Mountain National Park,…
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Fun Fall Field Trip Ideas
The crunch of crispy leaves under your feet, the gorgeous reds and oranges poking out of the treetops, and the sound of school bells in the distance…..fall is finally here, teachers! Fall is the perfect time to get your students out of the classroom and into the real world, the season bringing on great weather…
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The Educational Benefits of Travel
What does the word “travel” mean to you? For us it means much more than just taking a trip, it means an opportunity to immerse oneself into a different culture. Trying different foods, hearing different languages, and seeing how others live can be an eye-opening and educationally beneficial experience for students of any age. Travel doesn’t need…
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