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"Opened in 1996, by the behest of Siegi Izakson, a Holocaust survivor and long-time Houston resident, the Holocaust Museum Houston is the 4th largest Holocaust museum in the United States. The museum underwent a massive renovation in 2019, doubling its size. It now boasts 57,000 square feet of informative exhibits detailing the rise of the Nazis to power and the lives of Holocaust survivors."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user [Unknown] used under CC BY-SA 3.0. There isn’t a place in Houston that carries as strong a message as this museum. Aiming to make people aware about the destructive impact of hatred and discrimination in society, Houston Holocaust Museum brings to the open previously untold stories of survivors of the Holocaust."

"A post shared by Holocaust Museum Houston (@hmhou) on Jun 21, 2019 at 4:45pm PDT. Opening its doors in 1996, this space has become the fourth largest holocaust museum in the country. Giving its visitors an educational, interactive and impactful experience through classrooms, theaters and much more."

"Located at the Houston Museum of Fine Arts (MFAH), the Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens are the home to the museum’s collection of American decorative arts and paintings. Displayed in the former house of Houston civic leader and philanthropist Ima Hogg, which is situated on 14 acres of beautifully manicured gardens in the historic River Oaks neighborhood, the collection consists of a range of paintings and decorative arts, including ceramics and silver. The Houston Museum of Fine Arts is one of the best things to do in Houston TX for couples who love art."

"A museum for American decorative arts and paintings, Bayou Bend Collection And Gardens is a must-visit place for art-lovers in Houston. The former home of Houston civic leader and philanthropist Ima Hogg, this museum displays some of the finest exhibits of American furnishings, silver, ceramics, and paintings in the world. One of the best examples of the growing cultural arts scene of Houston, ...Read more"

"Miss Ima Hogg and her brothers worked hard to transform the 14 acres of natural woodlands and winding ravines around their home into a Secret Garden-esque sanctuary, so it’s only fair that you pay $5 to bask in its glory."

"Spanning over an area of 35,000 square feet, the National Museum of Funeral History that opened in 1992, houses a variety of funeral service artefacts, relics as well as exhibits that provide information on the various aspects of death care. The exhibits and collections focus on particular funeral traditions with respect to a culture or country (such as cremation), elaborate on the use of various objects during funerals, pay tribute to several historical figures or emphasise on certain tragic events. Address: 415 Barren Springs Dr, Houston, TX 77090, United StatesTimings: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm (Monday- Friday), 10:00 am to 5:00 pm (Saturday), 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm (Sunday)Admission Fee: USD 10 (adults), USD 9 (ages 55 and above, Veterans), USD 7 (ages 6 to 11), Usd 8 (SCI members with ID badge/ business card), Free (ages 5 and under)"

"As unique and bizarre as it sounds, the Museum of Funeral History is a very well made brainchild of Robert L. Waltrip who wanted to make people aware of all the aspects of what he called “death care”. The Museum has several different exhibits such as “Thanks for the memories” which has a display of the most memorable or outrageous funerals ever held. “Day of the De...Read more"

"Any day above ground is a good one.' That's the trademark of the National Museum of Funeral History. If you've ever wanted to see a coffin collection that includes a casket made of money, literally, or one..."

"Source: Photo by Flickr user Sarah Worthy used under CC BY-SA 2.0. The only outdoor interactive museum in Houston, the Heritage Society has nine historic structures as exhibits. Each of these buildings holds fascinating stories of its own."

"Nestled in ten acres of beautiful green parkland in the heart of downtown Houston, Texas, The Heritage Society operates ten historic structures that date from 1823 to 1905."

"The Printing Museum in Houston, with its permanent exhibits, tours as well as workshops, aims to educate visitors about printing; about its history, art and technology. Its permanent collection comprises of over 10,000 items such as some of the earliest printed documents, contemporary limited-edition paper works, fine-art facsimiles (Gutenberg Bible etc.), while the many workshops it conducts are for both adults and children. Address: 1324 W Clay St, Houston, TX 77019, United StatesTimings: 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm (Thursday- Sunday), Monday- Wednesday closedAdmission Fee: USD 8 (ages 18 and above), USD 6 (students 6 and above), Free (ages 5 and under, members)"

"Editor's Note: There's no photo available at the time of writing. People usually take a free and independent press for granted without going any deeper into the issue. The Printing Museum in Houston strives to bring to the fore the documents and tools that tell you the story of the evolution of written communication and how it changed human lives forever."

"The Printing Museum promotes, preserves, and shares the knowledge of printed communication and art as the greatest contributors to the development of the civilized world and the continuing advancement of freedom and literacy... Address:1324 W Clay St, Houston, TX 77019"

"Might be a strange place to see this, but in the lobby of the Houston Police Headquarters you will find a unique and interesting museum called the Houston Police Museum. Inside the museum, you’ll be able to find all sorts of memorabilia collected over many decades. From things like a helicopter suspended from the ceiling, a vintage auto shot through with bullet holes and antique highway patrol motorcycles."

"Located in the heart of River Oaks District, the expansive patio at Toulouse spills into the main courtyard, where diners can take in all of the ritzy retail center action from the table while sipping wine and snacking on butter-drenched escargot. Live music on weekends is icing on the cake."

"Modest West Houston hideaway Bistro Provence, which specializes in simple, hearty French fare, benefits from the Guy family pedigree—paterfamilias Georges Guy has owned multiple French restaurants in Houston. His daughter-in-law, Genevieve Guy, owns Bistro Provence, and manages it with husband Jean-Philippe. Visitors to the dark, cozy dining room treat themselves to salads, rillettes, or wood-oven pizza topped with duck confit, or indulge in comforting entrées such as Bistro Provence’s riff on beef au poivre (a New York strip steak with green peppercorn cream sauce and country-style potatoes), or scallops and shrimp atop goat cheese–filled ravioli and ratatouille."

"When you step into Bistro Provence, you will feel as if you have strolled into the French countryside. It’s warm and cozy, filled with sweet-smelling aromas. The décor is one of wood planks and a French color scheme."

"Go for the beer, stay for the eats… at 8th Wonder Brewery where the Eatsie Boys food truck is parked from Wednesday through Saturday. Sandwiches like the ooey-gooey spinach artichoke grilled cheese are decadent and comforting. The “No Sleep ‘til Philly,” a cheesesteak layered with caramelized onions and 8th Wonder beer cheese sauce, is an absolute must."

"The Eatsie Boys has long been considered one of Houston’s best food trucks thanks to the "gourmet grub" made with locally sourced, high-quality ingredients. These days it's holding down a daily residence at 8th Wonder Brewery, Monday..."

"Address: 2710 Montrose Blvd, Houston, TX 77006 Phone: (713) 868-8000Website. BB's is a 24-hour spot that bills itself as the home of Tex-Orleans cooking, and that's exactly what it is. The restaurant's menu is truly one-of-a-kind with dishes like Tex-Cajun fries topped with queso, gravy and roast beef; Boudin Balls, fried balls of dirty rice and pork; and the Elvis Waffle, a banana, bacon, and peanut butter waffle topped with Nutella."