Posts Tagged ‘houston’
Discovery Green
Discovery Green Discovery Green stands as a beaming example of environmental best practices applied to a public project that has become the centerpiece of Houston’s downtown.” — Mayor Annise Parker Welcome to Discovery Green, the 12-acre public urban parkland located in the heart of downtown Houston, right off of La Branch Street. What makes this park so…
Read MoreSan Jacinto Battleground Historic Site
San Jacinto Battleground Historic Site Welcome to San Jacinto Battleground Historic Site, the site ‘where independence was won’ for Texan soldiers. In 1836 Texan soldiers battled Mexican troops in a surprise ambush, a historic victory that many still celebrate today by visiting the site, learning more about the battle, and honoring the soldiers involved. At…
Read MoreBattleship Texas State Historic Site
Battleship Texas State Historic Site Battleship Texas took part in some of the most significant naval battles of the 20th century during both world wars. Now docked along the Houston Ship Channel, she serves as a memorial to those turbulent times. Come walk her decks, and imagine life as a sailor! Your group is in…
Read MoreHouston Museum of Fine Arts
Houston Museum of Fine Arts Houston’s Museum of Fine Arts is the largest cultural institution in the Southwest Region, a massive art complex located in the heart of Houston’s Museum District. Within the Museum of Fine Arts or MFAH for short, your group will be able to explore various world cultures through art, with stunning…
Read MoreAllen’s Landing Houston
Allen’s Landing Houston Allen’s Landing Park, otherwise known as ‘Houstons Plymouth Rock‘ or ‘Houston’s Heart’, is THE original Houston spot. No, really, this is where it all started! First occupied by August Chapman and John Kirby Allan in 1836, this site sits on the confluence of Buffalo and White Oak Bayous. Of course, this made the…
Read MoreLucky Land
Lucky Land Welcome to Houston’s Lucky Land, the 2-acre public area dedicated to showcasing the deep Asian culture and history of the area. You will see century-old artifacts and fun whimsical displays as well! Visit the Terracotta Army, the Panda Village, the Koi Fish Pond, Happy Buddha, the Kung Fu Statues, or the mini replicas of Chinese…
Read MoreBayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens Welcome to Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, the 14-acre art and garden facility located at the Museum of Fine Arts. With an emphasis on American decorative arts, Bayou Bend holds one of the finest collections of American furnishings, silver, ceramics, and paintings in the entire world. You will see several…
Read MoreField Trips to Take in Houston
Houston is one of the most educationally diverse cities in Texas, offering guests of all ages something interesting and insightful to do during their visit. From the spacious Museum District to a multitude of different University experiences, there is certainly plenty to do to learn during your visit, which makes this one of our favorite…
Read MoreSpace Center Houston
Space Center Houston Founded in 1992, Space Center Houston serves as the official visitor center of the very famous NASA Jonson Space Center. Space Center Houston is a ‘leading science and space center’ for the United States and also serves as a proud Smithsonian Affiliate Museum. This educational center highlights all eras of American space…
Read MoreHouston Museum of Natural Science
Houston Museum of Natural Science Welcome to the Houston Museum of Natural Science, ‘one of the most heavily attended science museums in the country’. Located in northern Hermann Park, this spacious museum space holds a dinosaur hall, planetarium, Imax, butterfly house, and permanent exhibit spaces. You can certainly spend a whole day here exploring and…
Read MoreHouston Zoo
Houston Zoo Housing, feeding, medicating, and educating over 6,000 resident animals, the Houston Zoo is one of the best in Texas, and even in the country! Located on 55 spacious acres within Hermann Park, the Houston Zoo hosts about 2 million visitors a year, between regular zoo visits and special private and public events/entertainment. The…
Read MoreChildren’s Museum of Houston
Children’s Museum of Houston Voted America’s Number 1 Children’s Museum by Parent’s Magazine and Winner of Nickelodeon Parents Picks for Best Museum in Houston (plus several more accolades not mentioned), the Children’s Museum of Houston is an absolute must-visit for any families or groups of younger students. This hands-on, highly educational, and highly popular Houston…
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