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List of museums in Texas facts for kids

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The Women's Museum in Dallas, Texas

Have you ever wondered about the past, amazing art, or cool science? Museums in Texas are special places where you can explore all sorts of interesting things! A museum is like a treasure chest that collects and takes care of objects from history, art, science, or culture. They then share these collections with everyone, so you can learn and discover.

This list helps you find museums all across the big state of Texas. It includes places run by non-profit groups, government, or even private businesses. We're talking about real buildings you can visit, not just websites! You'll also find art galleries and exhibit spaces that are open to the public.

Central Texas Museums

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The McNay Art Museum in San Antonio

Central Texas is home to many exciting museums. This area includes major cities like Austin, the state capital, and San Antonio, known for its rich history.

Some other cities in this region where you can find museums are:

You can visit places like the McNay Art Museum in San Antonio, which has beautiful art, or the Witte Museum, also in San Antonio, where you can learn about science and nature.

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A dinosaur exhibit at the Witte Museum in San Antonio, TX

East Texas Museums

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The McFaddin-Ward House in Beaumont

East Texas has a unique charm and many museums that tell its story. Cities like Beaumont and Tyler are part of this region.

Other cities with museums in East Texas include:

For example, you could visit the McFaddin-Ward House in Beaumont, which is a historic home that shows how people lived long ago.

North Texas Museums

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The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth

North Texas is a bustling area with a wide variety of museums. This region includes the large cities of Dallas and Fort Worth.

You can also find museums in cities such as:

In Fort Worth, you might explore the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, which features exciting contemporary art. Dallas also has many museums, including the The Women's Museum mentioned earlier.

South Texas and Texas Gulf Coast Museums

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Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens in Houston, Texas

This large region covers the sunny Texas Gulf Coast and the southern parts of the state. You'll find museums in major cities like Houston, Corpus Christi, and Brownsville.

Other cities in this area with museums include:

In Houston, you can visit places like the Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, which is a museum of American decorative arts and gardens.

West Texas and Texas Panhandle Museums

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The Garza County Historical Museum in Post, Texas

West Texas and the Texas Panhandle offer museums that highlight the unique history and culture of this vast region.

Some cities in this area where you can find museums are:

The Garza County Historical Museum in Post, Texas, is an example of a museum in this region that shares local history.

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