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	Houston Area Museums a \| b \| c \| d \| e \| f \| g \| h \| i \| j \| k \| l \| m \| n \| o \| p \| q \| r \| s \| t \| u \| v \| w \| x \| y \| z 1940 Air Terminal Museum 8325 Travelair St, Houston, TX 713-454-1940 http://www.1940airterminal.org/ Bay Area Museum 5000 Nasa Road 1, Seabrook, TX 281-326-5950 http://www.lunarrendezvous.org/Bay_Area_Museum/museum.html The museum houses Lunar Rendezvous memorabilia and changing exhibits of broad appeal reflecting the history of the Bay Area. Bayou Bend Collection & Gardens 1 Westcott St, Houston, TX 713-639-7750 http://www.mfah.org/bayoubend/main.asp?target=home Bayou Bend opened to the public in 1966 and stands as one of Houston's cultural treasures. The collection at Bayou Bend presently contains several thousand objects installed in some 28 period room settings that showcase American decorative arts from 1620 through 1870. Baytown Historical Museum 220 W De Fee St, Baytown, TX 281-427-8768 no homepage given The museum was founded in 1971, is supported by various local companies and individuals, and has numerous artifacts of local history. Many of the these artifacts are donated or loaned to the museum by private citizens, who take great pride in sharing their part of Baytown's history with everyone. Byzantine Fresco Chapel Museum Byzantine Fresco Chapel 4011 Yupon St, Houston, TX 713-521-3990 http://www.neosoft.com/~menil/byzantine.html The Byzantine Fresco Chapel Museum was opened in February 1997. Intimate in scale (4,000 square feet), the Chapel Museum is the repository in the United States for the only intact Byzantine frescoes in the entire western hemisphere. Children's Museum 1500 Binz St, Houston, TX 713-522-1138 http://www.cmhouston.org/ The museum houses 14 multidisciplinary and bilingual exhibits, a 166-seat auditorium, and the Parent Resource Library, which offers a diverse array of materials on parenting and early childhood education. Civil War Museum 200 Noble St # 6, Spring, TX 281-528-9911 Cockrell Butterfly Center 1 Hermann Circle Dr, Houston, TX 713-639-4600 http://www.hmns.org/see_do/butterfly_center.asp The Cockrell Butterfly Center at the Houston Museum of Natural Science is a stunning, living exhibit that showcases hundreds of live butterflies in a naturalistic rainforest setting. The central conservatory is a dramatic three-story glass cone filled with tropical plants and exotic butterflies. During a typical visit, one can expect to see 50 to 60 different species of the world’s largest and most colorful butterfly species, flying through the balmy air, hovering over flowers or sipping fruit juice – and occasionally, landing on visitors! Contemporary Arts Museum 5216 Montrose Blvd., Houston, TX 713-284-8250 http://www.camh.org/visitor_MAIN.htmlContemporary Arts Museum The Contemporary Arts Museum Houston is a non-collecting institution dedicated to presenting the best and most exciting international, national and regional art of the last 40 years. Through dynamic exhibitions accompanied by scholarly publications and accessible educational programs, the Museum reaches out to local, regional, national and international audiences of various ages. Daughters of the Republic-Texas 1510 N Macgregor Dr, Houston, TX 713-522-0396 No information given. Diverse Works Inc 1117 East Fwy, Houston, TX 713-223-8346 http://www.diverseworks.org/ DiverseWorks Art Space is one of the premier contemporary art centers in the United States, known for its groundbreaking artistic programs. A nonprofit arts organization, DiverseWorks is known for presenting new visual, performing and literary art to the public, while educating and fostering the skills and talents of its own artists. Frank J Brown Heritage Museum 108 Skyview Terrace, Friendswood, TX 281-482-7390 No information given. The Heritage Society 1100 Bagby St., Houston, TX 713-655-1912 http://www.heritagesociety.org/ The mission of the Heritage Society is to preserve the complete history of the community and region through preservation and restoration of historic structures, exhibition of historical artifacts and presentation of education programs which focus on Houston and Harris County's diverse past and its relationship to the present and future. Hispanic Museum 13922 Cedar Point Dr, Houston, TX 281-370-7176 No information given. Holocaust Museum Houston 5401 Caroline St., Houston, TX 713-942-8000 http://www.hmh.org/default.asp The museum contains permanent and changing galleries that address the importance of tolerance and compassion, set against the backdrop of the Holocaust. Houston African American Museum 4550 Post Oak Place Dr, Houston, TX 713-623-6160 No information given. Houston Center For Photography 1441 W. Alabama, Houston, TX 713-529-4755 http://www.hcponline.org/about-mission.html Houston Center for Photography is an educational and cultural organization that deepens the understanding and appreciation of the photographic arts. Through exhibitions, publications, and educational programming, the Center supports emerging and mid-career artists and their audiences. Houston Fire Museum 2403 Milam St, Houston, TX 713-524-2526 http://www.houstonfiremuseum.org/ The Houston Fire Museum was established to educate the public about the importance of fire and life safety and to pay tribute to the professional and volunteer firefighters who led the way from the days of the "bucket brigades" to today's advanced firefighting and lifesaving services. Houston Maritime Museum 2204 Dorrington St, Houston, TX 713-666-1910 http://www.houstonmaritimemuseum.org/ The Houston Maritime Museum is the first of its kind in Houston. Exhibits include over 150 ship models, over 100 types of navigational instruments, and numerous maritime artifacts. Lectures on oceans, explorers, cargo ships and fishing vessels provide new and exciting learning experiences for visitors of all ages. Houston Museum of Natural Science 1 Hermann Circle Dr, Houston, TX George Observatory 713-639-4629 http://www.hmns.org/ The mission of the Houston Museum of Natural Science is to preserve and advance the general knowledge of natural science; to enhance in individuals the knowledge of and delight in natural science and related subjects; and to maintain and promote a museum of the first class. Humble Museum 219 E Main St, Humble, TX 281-446-2130 No URL given. The Humble Museum, located at 219 Main Street, was established in 1976 as a Bicentennial Project. The museum features historical displays and items about the history of Humble and the local area. There are many articles and photographs dating back to the old oil field days of 1903 and 1904. In 1993 the building was named the Lillian McKay building in honor of her diligent work in organizing and operating the museum. Lawndale Art Center 4912 Main St., Houston, TX 713-528-5858 http://www.lawndaleartcenter.org/about.php Lawndale Art Center is a non-profit alternative space for the exhibition of contemporary works in all media, unique in its focus on Houston area artists. Founded in 1979, Lawndale has owned its present location on Main Street in Houston's Museum District since 1993. With four galleries in its locally significant Art Deco building, Lawndale includes close to 500 artists. McGovern Museum of Health 1515 Hermann Dr, Houston, TX 713-521-1515 http://www.mhms.org/ The John P. McGovern Museum of Health & Medical Science is Houston's only interactive science center and a member institution of the world-renowned Texas Medical Center. Located in the heart of the city's rich and varied Museum District at 1515 Hermann Drive, the museum offers an exciting "inner body experience." McKay Clinic Medical Museum 110 N Avenue C, Humble, TX 281-446-2151 No URL given. McKay Clinic Medical Museum at 110 North Avenue C has recently opened as part of the museum. It is unique in that it is a medical museum housed in the building built especially for that purpose. Much of the original equipment was still in use when the clinic was closed with the death of Dr. H.E. McKay, Jr. in 1996. The Menil Collection 1515 Sul Ross St, Houston, TX 713-525-9400 http://www.menil.org/home.html The Menil Collection is a unique museum environment located in the Montrose-area Museum District housing the collection of John and Dominique de Menil. The museum building is the centerpiece of a neighborhood featuring satellite gallery spaces and related cultural institutions set in a park like setting. Military Museum of Houston 18000 Groeschke Rd # E5, Houston, TX 281-599-9666 No URL given. The mission of the Military Museum of Texas is to expand the knowledge, deepen the awareness, and provide a greater appreciation, to both visitors and local residents of the dedication and sacrifice of those citizens of the State of Texas in the defense of liberty. This commemoration may be by service in any branch of the armed forces of the United States of America being the service active, reserve or National Guard. Our goals are to commemorate those who have served in any military unit where a portion of which was made up of citizens from the State of Texas, or those who served in the military forces of the State of Texas. Museo Guadalupe Aztlan 3004 Bagby St, Houston, TX 713-527-9010 http://www.museo-guadalupe-aztlan.org/ Museo Guadalupe Aztlan, located in Houston Texas, exists to promote indigenous art to underserved Chicano and Latino communities. Museum of Fine Arts Houston 5100 Montrose Blvd., Houston, TX 713-639-7700 http://www.mfah.org/main.asp?target=home One of the premier art museums in the country, the MFAH is actually two major museum buildings, the Caroline Wiess Law Building and the Audrey Jones Beck Building; two facilities for the Glassell School of Art, the Studio School for Adults and the Glassell Junior School; two house museums that exhibit decorative arts, Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens and Rienzi; the Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden; and 18 acres of public gardens. Museum of Printing History 1324 W. Clay St., Houston, TX 713-522-4652 http://www.printingmuseum.org/ The Museum of Printing History collects and exhibits artifacts pertaining to the history of printing and printmaking as well as publications which influenced history in a significant way. We also collect and exhibit representative works by printers and print artists, both historical and contemporary. Museum of Southern History 14080 Southwest Fwy, Sugar Land, TX No phone given No URL given. In the late 1970s, museum benefactor Joella Morris cast about for some means to help preserve the history of Ft. Bend County by working to save the old jail in Richmond, Texas. That accomplished, she set her sights upon preserving artifacts and memorabilia on The War Between the States, and established a museum in which to display these materials. National Museum of Funeral History 415 Barren Springs Dr, Houston, TX 281-876-3063 http://www.nmfh.org/ Founded in 1992 “To educate the public and preserve the rich heritage of the funeral industry. ” Nature Discovery Center 7112 Newcastle St, Bellaire, TX 713-667-6550 http://www.naturediscoverycenter.org/ The Hana & Arthur Ginzbarg Nature Discovery Center is a warm and friendly place where children and families share the joy of discovery. It is housed in the old Henshaw home, nestled in Russ Pitman Park, a four-acre rural retreat in the midst of the city of Bellaire, Texas. The Center’s Discovery Rooms, open free of charge, are full of intriguing exhibits and hands-on activities that invite children and adults to explore, and have fun learning. The Orange Show 2402 Munger St., Houston, TX 713-926-6368 http://www.orangeshow.org/ The Orange Show Center for Visionary Art is a non-profit organization, founded in 1980, to preserve and present works of extraordinary imagination and provide people the opportunity to express their personal artistic vision. Our programs for children and adults include hands-on workshops, music, storytelling and performance, the award-winning Eyeopener Tour program and Houston's most popular public art event - the Art Car Parade & Festival. Our internationally acclaimed stewardship efforts preserve two of Houston‚s most famous cultural icons The Orange Show Monument and the Beer Can House. Our archive and library are used by students, scholars, the media and artists. Proctor Museum-Natural Science 630 Uvalde Rd, Houston, TX 713-453-8363 No URL or information given. Railroad Museum of Gulf Coast 7390 Mesa Dr, Houston, TX 713-631-6612 http://www.kingswayrc.com/gcst/ To preserve, enjoy and share with the public the memory, history and experience of railroading, particularly Texas railroading, as it has been and as it is now. Reliant Astrodome Museum 8400 Kirby, Houston, TX 713-799-9852 No URL or information given. Rienzi 1406 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 713-639-7800 http://www.antiquesandthearts.com/archive/rienzi.htm Rienzi, a new European decorative arts wing of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, showcases an important collection of Eighteenth and Nineteenth Century art and antiques. Rienzi houses many collections including English furniture, European paintings, precious metals and small objects by artists such as Faberge, and an exceptional collection of Eighteenth Century Worcester porcelain. Rothko Chapel 1409 Sul Ross, Houston, TX 713-524-5050 http://www.menil.org/rothko.htmlOutside the Rothko Chapel The Rothko Chapel, founded by John and Dominique de Menil, was dedicated in 1971 as an intimate sanctuary available to people of every belief. A modern meditative environment inspired by the paintings of American abstract expressionist Mark Rothko, the Chapel welcomes thousands of visitors each year, people of every faith and from all parts of the world. It retains the support of its surrounding neighborhood and has become a spiritual landmark, central in the lives of many members of a large and diverse urban community. The Rothko Chapel is a place alive with religious ceremonies of all faiths. It is a place where the experience and understanding of all traditions are encouraged and made available. The Chapel has become a rallying place for all people concerned with peace, freedom, and social justice throughout the world. San Jacinto Museum of History 1 Monument Cir, La Porte, TX 281-479-2421 http://www.sanjacinto-museum.org/ There’s something for everyone at the San Jacinto Museum of History. Experience the world’s tallest memorial column, witness revolution in the Jesse H. Jones Theatre for Texas Studies. Discover our nation’s past among the museum’s exhibits and antiquities. Find the best in Texana books and gifts at the Museum Store. And walk the battlefield that gave birth to the American West! While you’re there, you can tour the historic Battleship Texas—once the most powerful weapon in the world—enjoy the nature trail, go biking or participate in one of the state’s most interesting birding environments. From art and artifacts to biking and birding—San Jacinto is where America goes to see its past and enjoy its present. Science Center 8856 Westview Dr, Houston, TX 713-365-4175 No URL given. For 25 years, the Science Center has been conducting natural history tours throughout the western hemisphere. These tours are designed for both the novice and experienced nature enthusiasts. Registration fees for most tours include all ground transportation, lodging (based on double occupancy), some meals, and Science Center Guide. Shell Oil Company Museum 900 Louisiana St, Houston, TX 713-241-4900 No URL or information given. Southwest Museum 6399 Windfern Rd, Houston, TX 713-462-7754 No URL or information given. Spring Historical Museum 403 Main St, Houston, TX 713-651-0055 No URL given. Old Town Spring is a quaint turn-of-the-century town composed of shops, restaurants museums, and art galleries. You will find a variety of antiques, collectibles, clothing, and accessories for the home and gifts for all occasions. Located near the original rail yards built in the early 1900's by the Great Northern Railroad, our Victorian-style shops have character which adds to the nostalgic feeling of having "stepped back in time." Some of our shops occupy buildings constructed in the early 1900's for the then booming railroad town. Stages Repertory Theatre 3201 Allen Parkway, Houston, TX 713-527-8243 http://www.stagestheatre.com/our_season/?mod=page2 Stages Repertory Theatre enriches the Houston community by presenting challenging and exciting theater for all people. Courage Stages dares to surprise audiences through risk-taking theatrical innovation. Quality Stages aspires to the highest standards for artistry, administration, patron services and governance. Playwrights Stages celebrates the playwright, staging works by established playwrights and providing a venue for new writing talent. Education Stages inspires artistic interest by educating the community about this art form. Children Stages provides children with an intelligent, elevating, and entertaining experience through the Early Stages Children’s Theatre program. The Heritage Society 1100 Bagby St., Houston, TX 713-655-1912 http://www.heritagesociety.org/ The mission of the Heritage Society is to preserve the complete history of the community and region through preservation and restoration of historic structures, exhibition of historical artifacts and presentation of education programs which focus on Houston and Harris County's diverse past and its relationship to the present and future. The Menil Collection 1515 Sul Ross St, Houston, TX 713-525-9400 http://www.menil.org/home.html The Menil Collection is a unique museum environment located in the Montrose-area Museum District housing the collection of John and Dominique de Menil. The museum building is the centerpiece of a neighborhood featuring satellite gallery spaces and related cultural institutions set in a park like setting. The Orange Show 2402 Munger St., Houston, TX 713-926-6368 http://www.orangeshow.org/ The Orange Show Center for Visionary Art is a non-profit organization, founded in 1980, to preserve and present works of extraordinary imagination and provide people the opportunity to express their personal artistic vision. Our programs for children and adults include hands-on workshops, music, storytelling and performance, the award-winning Eyeopener Tour program and Houston's most popular public art event - the Art Car Parade & Festival. Our internationally acclaimed stewardship efforts preserve two of Houston's most famous cultural icons The Orange Show Monument and the Beer Can House. Our archive and library are used by students, scholars, the media and artists. The Telephone Museum 1714 Ashland Street The Heights, Houston, Texas 713-861-9784 http://houstontelephonemuseum.com/ This museum features an online tour and offers free guided tours by appointment. Other virtual highlights include the Miscellaneous section to learn about the beginning of Touch-Tone® service, read all about the history of Pay Phones, and remember the PhoneCenter Store! West Bay Common School Museum 210 N Kansas Ave, League City, TX 281-554-2994 http://www.oneroomschoolhouse.org/ The West Bay Common School Children's Museum is an exhibit of buildings and artifacts from turn of the century rural America. Visitors may tour the one room schoolhouse and enjoy our barn museum and ice house museum containing a collection of tools and implements from daily life of the 1890's and early 1900's.

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