Houston BCycle is a bike share program with 60 self-service stations and bikes available for rent across Houston. Houston Center for Contemporary Craft. Experience the handmade at Houston Center for Contemporary Craft—see innovative exhibitions, chat with working artists in their studios, and explore the Craft Garden.
Admission to HCCC is free. Houston Center For Photography. Our exhibition gallery and library are always free and open Each year, HCP presents 12 on-site exhibitions featuring thought-provoking work by leading photographers and media artists. HCP also offers over photography classes and workshops year-round for individuals of all ages and skill levels.
In a city set to defeat the horizon we must grow in step with its elastic radius. Conveniently located within sight of Highway 59, the Houston Museum of Natural Science at Sugar Land offers fascinating science exhibitions sure to appeal to all ages. National Museum of Funeral History.
The National Museum of Funeral History is an educational experience like no other and offers something for everyone. With 15 exhibits to explore, learn about caskets and Coast through our collection of historic active aircraft in two 30, sq. Center featuring live action simulators. The Manned Space Flight Education Foundation is a c 3 nonprofit educational foundation offering extensive science education programs and a space museum.
The cornerstone of its education mission is Space Center Houston, a leading science and space exploration learning center. It is one of The Health Museum. In the heart of Houston, the Health Museum inspires passion and curiosity in health, the medical sciences and the human body.
With more than 2. The Heritage Society. Founded in , The Heritage Society is a c 3 non-profit organization whose mission is to tell the stories of the diverse history of Houston and Texas through collections, exhibits, educational programs, film, The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.
There is an admission charge for the Museum Gallery and the historic structure tours with special rates for seniors, students and children. What's Included Museum Gallery Admission. The Menil Collection.
Your kiddo can also crack codes in the Secret Spy Game, geek out on science experiments at the Genius Station, and hit the ropes at the Challenge Course. Hit Family Night on Thursdays to get in for free. Permanent exhibits are free to explore Thursday afternoons, so you can save your hard-earned cash for the Dark Side of the Moon laser show at the Planetarium. This museum offers a glimpse into the Czech experience via art, music, stories and more. See what we did there? Visit to join in its mission and build a more humane society.
Museum District Free hours: Thurs, 10am-9pm Notes: Visit to explore the exceptional fine art exhibitions and installations, from a look at the iconic Norman Rockwell to A History of Photography, and selection of Spanish Colonial Paintings. Museum District Free hours: Thurs, pm Notes: Go on a deep dive into all things health-related including a look at the latest medical science and a glimpse into the human body at this interactive museum. Museum District Free hours: Free daytime admission typically falls on the first Tuesday of each month, September through May, from open to close; in January, free Tuesday is the second Tuesday Notes: Is a zoo a museum?
Skip to main content Houston Travel. The Menil Collection. Art Car Museum. Contemporary Arts Museum Houston. Rothko Chapel. Upon reopening, the Museum should resume its free admission for children on the second Saturday of each month Guests learn about the history of the Houston Fire Department, and there is a children's play area with a kid-sized firehouse and fire truck.
Note that access to the children's play area is typically limited on weekends due to birthday party rentals, but is open for all to play on second Saturdays from noon-4 p. Head over to the center's Hands-On Houston event, a free, craft-making activity led by local guilds and artists on the first Saturday of every month.
Families and kids of all ages can learn a craft technique, material, or form that is related to the current exhibits. DiverseWorks DiverseWorks is temporarily closed until further notice. Check out their calendar for details about current performances. Although patrons of the Jung Center tend to be older, children are always welcome and the bookstore has a curated collection of unique children's picture books.
Your kids will marvel at the fantastic works of art found within the gates of the Art Car Museum. Kids and family-centric events are held often, so be sure to check out their event calendar before you go.
For kids interested in police work, the Houston Police Department Museum located in the HPD headquarters lobby offers historic exhibits and displays to explore. Free Family Thursdays should be back once the Museum reopens. Rest assured that your tykes will sleep soundly after an evening at the Children's Museum.
Let them run, jump, and explore through all of the exhibits during Free Family Night. You can also check out more detailed posts on the Houston Zoo , Children's Museum , Fire Museum , and dinosaur exhibit and butterfly center at the Museum of Natural Science.
By Age. By Area. Things To Do. Family Fun. HOME - Houston. Activity Calendar. To download high-res images, visit photo gallery. Spend your day exploring Houston's museums, while saving big with a complete list of the city's always or sometimes free museums. Don't miss out on other exclusive savings with our experience packages.
The Menil Collection --a local treasure, global destination and one of the top free attractions in Houston--opened to the public in June to house the art collection of philanthropists John and Dominique de Menil. Widely considered one of the greatest of the twentieth century, the collection consists of more than 16, works dating from the Paleolithic era to the present day.
Founded by John and Dominque de Menil of Menil Collection fame , Rothko is a non-denominational chapel and exhibit space for modern art that draws thousands of visitors each year. It's the only place you'll find the antennae and wing-cloaked Roachster or the Honda motorcycle that has been transformed into a shiny red rolling stiletto art car.
Houston's Contemporary Arts Museum focuses on showing new work from national and international artists. In addition to hosting exhibits, the CAMH also offers lectures, special programs and a stellar shop chock-full of unique books and gifts.
Open and free to the public, the Moody Center for the Arts is dedicated to trans-disciplinary collaboration in the arts, sciences and humanities, and establishes a new arts district on the campus as it stands close by the distinguished Shepherd School of Music and the permanent James Turrell Twilight Epiphany Skyspace.
See the work of local and national artists who focus on using materials like fiber, metal, glass, clay and wood at the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft.
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