Housed in a whimsical building designed by internationally acclaimed architect Robert Venturi, the Children’s Museum of Houston offers a multitude of exhibits bursting with action-packed fun that engage kids in the ultimate learning experience.

The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center is a 155 acre nonprofit nature sanctuary dedicated to providing nature education to people of all ages and preserving a haven for native plants and animals in the middle of the city.

As one of the most heavily attended museums in the United States, and one of the most attended venues in Houston, the Museum houses the Burke Baker Planetarium, Wortham GIANT Screen Theatre, Cockrell Butterfly Center and a fascinating variety of permanent exhibit areas that examine astronomy, space science, Native American culture, paleontology, energy, chemistry, gems and minerals, seashells, Texas wildlife and much more.

Located at historic Ellington Airport, the Lone Star Flight Museum is Houston’s newest museum! Coast through our collection of historic active aircraft in two 30,000 sq. foot hangars. Soar through the Texas Aviation Hall of Fame and Heritage Gallery and earn your wings in the Aviation Learning Center featuring live action simulators.

In the heart of Houston, the Health Museum inspires passion and curiosity in health, the medical sciences and the human body. With more than 2.5 million visitors, it’s also one of the most interactive and popular science learning centers of its kind and a favorite among Houstonians.