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Mayborn Museum Complex

1300 S University Parks, Waco, TX
Ranked #2 of 9 attractions in Waco
4.5 of 5 stars 26 Reviews
Type: Museums
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Waco, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

There is a wealth of information and resources to be found. Spend 2-3 hours exploring all the Mayborn has to offer.

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Waco, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

Great place to take the children; has interactive activities.

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Tomball, Texas
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

The new museum complex & historical village is beautiful, larger inside than it looks from the outside, superb interactive exhibits for the kids (& adults), and a great history lesson for all ages. The historical village donated by the Gov. Bill Daniel Family is a great way to learn about our past. The museum is absolutely gorgeous, also with so... More

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Waco, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

Lots of hands-on items, an educators dream world.Not very crowded.

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Waco, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

I've been going to this museum for 19 years and I've also visited museums all over the country. This is one of the very best Children's museums in America. Don't miss it. Your kids will have a great time. It is a museum you can go back to often. Right off of I-35, it makes a wonderful stop. You can... More

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Austin, Texas
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2012

Second trip here, kids loved the Spring Break scavenger hunt. Lots of hands on activities and exploration, keeping older and younger kids alike interested and engaged.

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luckychris101
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2012

On our Thursday evening drive between Austin and Fort Worth, I was so excited to see that this museum was just off of the highway and open until 8pm (only on Thursdays). My 4 and 2 year old loved the chance to get out of the car and go crazy. We have been to a lot of children museums and... More

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Allen, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2012

Excellent Museum for the entire family. Many of our wedding party were able top attend and they all tought it was excellent!

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Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2012
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Sponsored by Baylor University, this children's museum has tons for the kiddos. I have to admit that it's bigger & better than the Austin Children's Museum by far. Lots to do, perfect for kids 10 & under. The huge train set entrances the kiddos. They can also create a tornado, learn about various scientific principles, see themselves on TV, and... More

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Waco, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2012

This is a great place for kids with families. Let the kids explore and burn energy, while they learn!

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