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"Kick off 2012 at the Planetarium and see 2012: Mayan Prophecies"(8 Tips)"Also the Butterfly exhibit is a must."(9 Tips)
"Really enjoyed butterfly center!"(9 Tips)
"Check out the new paleontology hall!! It's amazing."(6 Tips)
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Harlisha HomerJune 22, 2012The new Hall of Paleontology at the @hmns is wonderful. My kids and I loved it!
gaoxingru caneFebruary 7, 2013Beautiful colors of oil paints have been used to make these paintings. The wise selection of colors make these paintings look very real and beautiful. Read more
Kayla CarlsonJuly 7, 2012Titanic exhibit was amazing! Definitely different and more artifacts than the first time this exhibit visited hmns
Luis C.August 3, 2012Don't forget to check out The Americas on the 3rd floor.
Yunus EmreJune 19, 2013There is an Ancient Egypt Exhibition here! Cool to see a 3000 years old real mummy.
David CFebruary 23, 2017Cool exhibits and lectures. Don't come on weekends if you want to avoid swarms of children
The butterfly exhibit is great and I've always been a fan of the planetarium. Seeing Lois (the corpse flower) was anticlimactic, though I do enjoy my "Bring on the Funk" button.
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fabulous savingsMarch 19, 2012Dino fan? View 450 fossils going back 3.5 billion years! Buy a CityPASS beforehand with this Viator coupon. The pass saves you up to 41% on Houston attractions but the coupon gets you an extra 7% off. Read more- CultureMap Houston ManagerMarch 20, 2012It’s a big family destination but we love when they stay open late on Fridays for "Mixers and Elixirs," where the young intelligentsia mix, mingle and dance.
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Mandar TrivediApril 1, 2015I heard about the new paleontology hall so this will be tops on my next visit! Can't wait!
Eddie V's Prime SeafoodApril 18, 2013We love exploring the paleontology hall – especially on Thursdays from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. when admission is FREE!- delete deleteJune 20, 2013Someone want to explain why the Museum of Natural Science thinks that a Tyrannosaurus Rex is the same as a Brontosaurus?
Social News NetworkJune 6, 2012A new Hall of Paleontology just opened! It's amazing! Definitely worth a walk-through.
Houston PressSeptember 23, 2013Head out to the Museum Experience - Zone 4 on September 28th for free museum entry, fun arts and crafts and more!
One thing the HMNS has over my former Museum, the NMMNHS, is that they don't allow food in the large screen theater.
DoraJuly 23, 2010Outside the side entrance (along Hermann Circle Dr), kids love spinning the massive globe, floating mysteriously in a burbling water fountain. Powered by ParentsConnect.com
- Houston PressJune 5, 20122011 Houston Web Awards Winner: Best Flickr Pool. Check out the 2012 Houston Web Awards on June 28.
- They've added to the butterfly exhibit and it's even better than before. Love the end, with the bug snacks.
- gaoxingru caneJanuary 16, 2013Have you ever noticed the confidence of women, walking around with their designer handbags? Read more
Always ask too see if your company that you work for is on their corporate list! My gf said she worked for Chartis and we saved 20 dollars instantly!! Mark this comment good if it worked!
ELS Language CentersApril 13, 201227 miles from ELS - Free on Tuesdays after 2pm, and visit the Cockrell Butterfly Center. www.HMNS.org
susie gMarch 15, 201345 minutes of 4 way stops and bumper to bumper traffic, even using GPS. I finally gave up on Cockrell Butterfly Hall at the HMNS and the new Picasso exhibit at the MFAH. Traffic hell.- MarniOctober 20, 2014The basic collection is pretty decent, but the special exhibits are always interesting.
Ask for Rich to guide trough the museum... He is awesome!
Nicolas Gonzales NagelsApril 23, 2013Used to be a rather mediocre science museum ... but no longer ... The new Paleontology Hall is a massive improvement. Butterfly center remains a fantastic experience, especially with small children.
Cory GiovanellaJuly 5, 2013New paleontology hall is impressive but not for young kids. It's designed for older kids/ adults.
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Houston Museum of Natural Science
5555 Hermann Park Dr (at Caroline St.)
Houston, TX 77030
United States
Houston, TX 77030
United States
Yay science! We aim to preserve, advance, and enhance your knowledge of natural science. And make sure you have fun doing it!
Open until 5:00 PM (Show more)
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- 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
(713) 639-4629
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"Perfect for kids. Beautiful butterflies around you, just amazing."
Laura Rosado - 9.1
"Amazing for kids and adults. Lots of things to do indoor and outdoor. Expect to spend at least 4 hours here."
Samah Alsammahi - 8.9
"Nice day out with the family or for those with an interest. Spend a full day to see everything. Worthwhile if you have a half day as well."
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"One of the best parks in Houston. Very well maintained, lots of things to do. Could eat very crowded during the weekend."
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"Great collection of art from around the world and good rotating exhibits."
Eric Pan - 7.2
"Awesome shows but it could use more founding to replace the seats.:-)"
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