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Spindletop - Gladys City Boomtown Museum

Hwy. 69/ 96/287 at University Drive, Box 10070, Beaumont, TX 77710
409-835-0823
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Ranked #2 of 15 attractions in Beaumont
Type: Specialty Museums
Description: Museum exhibiting life in Spindletop during the first oil boom.
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Houston, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

What a great way to introduce the past to children. The museum is small enough for all to enjoy, but large enough to make it worth your time. The displays are super conversation starters and the buildings make you feel like you are walking through an old town. It is definitely a gem in Beaumont!

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Atlanta, Georgia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2013

So you're not all that busy and in need of something to do. Why not walk through a little wild west looking town? There's plenty of old stuff to see and learn about. The history of the big oil boom here is brought to life through film, antiques, photographs, and reconstructed buildings of the time period. There's plenty of photo... More

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Beaumont, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2013

This is a great place to start your tour of Beaumont by seeing where "it all began" for the city and Southeast Texas. Gladys City also frequently offers family-friendly events, so check their website for the latest happenings. This is a must-see, especially for all the history lovers out there!

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Houston, Texas
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

When visiting Beaumont check that the attractions are open. We found that a lot of attractions are shut on weekends. This was open but very small and disappointing. Basically a film show and a few buildings and that is it.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 10, 2013

My first impression was "WOW!!!" The elderly lady working there was very knowledgable. She seemed very excited that I stopped by. She took time to show me around and I wasn't her only guest. I thought the displays excellent. I will go back anytime I'm in the area.

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Marion IN
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 7, 2012

Lot of very nice displays showing early oil history in SE Texas and life there during that time period.

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Fritz Creek, Alaska
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 28, 2012

We were there (by chance) for the opening of the new Print Shop. It is a working Print Shop. As time goes on, hopefully they will get more things up and running. The history here is very interesting. Needs some better signage so you know what you're looking at. The movie was excellent.

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Beaumont, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 25, 2012

Had a wonderful time with my grand children both boys and girls. A hidden gem.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 12, 2012 via mobile

Made me feel like I was back in time. Quick self-guided tour on lunch break. Would be nice to see a re-enactment... see the town come alive!

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Beaumont, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

Authintic items and gives you a introduction to early oil production. If you are interested in early frontier life in Texas plus a look at how they drilled oil wells this is the place to go.

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