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Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum

1800 N Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78711
512-936-8746
Ranked #5 of 176 attractions in Austin
4.5 of 5 stars 212 Reviews
Type: History Museums
Description: Museum that chronicles the history of Texas with three themed exhibits: Land, Identity and Opportunity.
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Activities for young children
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Plymouth, MI
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

A trip to the capitol city of Texas, Austin, isn't complete without a visit to the Bullock Texas State History Museum. If you're a history buff, no matter if you're from Texas or from another part of the states, this Museum is a must. Expect to spend a good part of your day there. There's too much to view in... More

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Sequim, Washington
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Beautiful facility; lots to see; you can pay for for the "Spirit" movie or for both the movie and the museum. More

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Houston, Texas
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86 reviews 86 reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

This is a huge museum about Texas history that is a short walk from the capitol. The museum is free on the first Saturday of the month (not including the IMAX). The exhibitions are really well-done. There are several short films. There are interactive exhibits (e.g. computer screens with quizzes). The museum is enjoyable and informative for both kids and... More

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Austin, Texas
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20 reviews 20 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

this is the place to go. everything about Texas, you will find it here. They have great 3D movies too. More

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Georgetown, Texas, United States
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

This is a great place to take visitors; it makes you proud to be a Texan. More

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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

Took my Grand daughter and she was impressed, wanted to see the whole Museum, and lots to see. Good thing family has a membership. More

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Austin, Texas
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

This was a great trip with a lot of history. Go see the small Texas Theater "Wild Weather" narrated by Ray Wylie Hubbard! If you go here you should also visit the Susanna Dickinson Museum downtown. More

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Leander
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

Lots of exhibits of the various aspects of life in Texas. Updated a couple of times a year. Across street from Blanton Art Museum. On site parking garage but vans won't fit. More

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Austin, Texas
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

We consider ourselves very lucky to have this museum in our city. Consistently great exhibits. More

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Alexandria, Virginia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

For someone who didn't know much Texas history at all, this museum did a great job of walking you through it. It took us about two hours to go through (kids and teens would probably go through in about an hour). For anyone who's new to Texas or just looking for a good museum, I'd highly recommend this stop. More

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