Best History Museum in Grand Prairie

"The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History got its start as the city's children's museum, before expanding in 1968. Today, permanent collections include DinoLabs, an area with fully-articulated dinosaur skeletons and replica dig site; Energy Blast, an exhibition dedicated to showcasing the science behind alternative energy sources; the Fort Worth Children's Museum; and the Cattle Raisers Museum, a 10,000-square-foot "museum within a museum" that highlights Texas's long history as a cattle hub. The museum is also home to the Noble Planetarium."

"Opened in 1945, the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History features many excellent hands-on educational exhibits related to science, technology, and natural history. Really five museum collections under a single (large) roof, it includes highlights like the Fort Worth Children's Museum, a place for kids under eight to play and learn. Also of interest for families is the DinoLabs and DinoDig exhibit, portraying the story of dinosaurs in the state, complete with a replica of a dig site."

"Inside the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, people will find themselves exploring not only the exhibits, but the innovation studios, the Omni Theater, and the Noble Planetarium. There are multiple shows throughout the day and people will love the opportunity to see more than one of them during their visit. Address: 1600 Gendy St, Fort Worth, TX 76107"

"National Cowgirl Hall of Fame and Museum is the only museum in the world that honors and celebrates women who helped shape the American West. The museum is located in the heart of the Fort Worth Cultural District in the Will Roger’s Memorial Complex. The property includes permanent and traveling exhibits, two theaters, a research library, archives and gift shop."

"National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame displays the honoring of women of the American West. It appreciates and celebrates women who exemplify resilience and independence. They also embody the ideals and spirit of a woman who is self-reliant."

"Housed in the building where police claim Lee Harvey Oswald fired the shot that killed President John F. Kennedy in a motorcade on the city street below, The Sixth Floor Museum chronicles the life of Kennedy. It’s home to original documents, newspapers, and TV broadcasts that explore Kennedy’s legacy after his assassination in 1963. Source: Shutterstock"

"Located in downtown Dallas, this unique museum beautifully chronicles the assassination and life of JFK from a cultural, social, and historical perspective."

"The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza chronicles the assassination and legacy of President Kennedy with documentary films, photographs, and artifacts."

"What better way is there to get a glimpse into the heritage of Texas than through a living history museum like the Log Cabin Village?. The village is made up of six log cabins, each wonderfully restored to near perfection, that are from the mid-1800s. The Log Cabin Village was the clever idea of the Tarrant County Historical Society and the Pioneer Heritage Committee, who wanted to create it after they discovered that log cabins were slowly disappearing throughout the state."

"Explore what Blackland Prairie life was like in Texas during the late 19th/early 20th century at the Heritage Farmstead Museum. With 10,000 objects and archival materials, revolving exhibits showcasing day-to-day life during that time, and plenty of interactive activities for people of all ages, this museum is a great way to take a break from the hustle and bustle of modern Texas and soak in a simpler time. Photo By: The Heritage Farmstead Museum via Facebook"

"About 20 miles north of Dallas, Heritage Farmstead is a 4.5 acre living history museum. My daughter always said history is boring — until I took her to Colonial Williamsburg. Living history museums bring history to life for kids."

"Built in 1891, the Heritage Farmstead is an active farm that will take you and you back in time. It is a living history site where you can experience life on the Texas Blackland Prairie in the 19th century."

"The International Bowling Museum & Hall of Fame, which reopened in 2010, sits in downtown Arlington. It has numerous galleries preserving the history and legacy of bowling."

"We have stated earlier hoe Arlington is quite a sporty place, and the presence of AT&T Stadium proves that. However, that is just not the end of their sportiness."

"The museum walks through the history of bowling and introduces you to the sport at various stages during its history."

"Showcasing the history of the Fort Worth Stockyards, the Stockyards Museum is a collection of artifacts, photos, and exhibits that document the region’s Native American connections, the Chisholm Trail, livestock market and Swift and Armour Packing plants. Located inside of the Historic Livestock Exchange Building, this is where you can really experience why Fort Worth is known as Cowtown. Plan a day just for the museum, wandering the historic area and grabbing some barbecue."

"Get a history lesson at the Stockyards Museum, walk among the greats at the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame, ride a bull and shop at Stockyards Station. You can even take a ride on a horse of your own at the Stockyards Stables or watch a real rodeo every Friday and Saturday night at the Stockyards Championship Rodeo."

"Texas Museum-Automotive History was founded in the year 1984 which educates the visitors about the history of the automobile and the relation between racing and commercial car developments from the years 1901 – 1984."

"Fort Worth has a long aviation history—it's the home of American Airlines and a massive Lockheed Martin aeronautics plant, after all. Embrace the city's unique history at the Fort Worth Aviation Museum. Plane nerds can get up close and personal with more than 25 warbirds, including an F-18 Hornet and an F-4 Phantom II."

"Next up is the Northside's Fort Worth Aviation Museum, situated at 3300 Ross Ave. With five stars out of 10 reviews on Yelp, the museum has proven to be a local favorite. The museum is home to dozens of historical aircraft units that you can walk right up to and touch yourself."

"The Fort Worth Aviation Museum tells the history and accomplishments of aviation in North Texas. The museum houses indoor and outdoor displays along with cockpit and flight simulations. A tour guide will be happy to assist all visitors with a personalized tour of the property."

"Mot Hai Ba is one of the more interesting restaurants to open in Dallas in the last decade, serving modern takes on Vietnamese food, which can mean anything from pho to wagyu beef with smoked salmon roe. It’s a good place to come with a few people and order as much of the menu as possible. Just make sure you have a reservation, this Lakewood spot is pretty small and it’s super popular."

"Lakewood residents have probably driven by Mot Hai Ba a hundred times without noticing, but once you know, you know. One trip to Mot Hai Ba and Vietnamese cuisine as you knew it will be forever changed. The food is funky, fresh, and will impress anyone who loves quality Vietnamese food."

"Located in the elegant Uptown neighborhood, The Old Warsaw serves French Continental cuisine in a setting designed for romance and intrigue with candlelit dinners and soft serenades played by musicians. Their wine cellar is replete with selections from Europe, South America and North America, and valet parking is provided. Reservations are required."

"The Whisk Crêpes Café is a delightful and deliciously authentic cubby hole of a creperie in Oak Cliff's trendy new Sylvan Thirty development that has been winning the hearts of Francophiles and crepe-lovers alike with its eclectic lineup of sweet and savory crepes. The brainchild of Parisian-born Julien Eelsen, the charming spot offers a variety of delicious breakfast options from sweet crepes filled with house-made caramel, Nutella, and bananas to savory buckwheat galettes stuffed with eggs, cheese, and a choice of meat. A blackboard showcases daily specials, and it can all be washed down with freshly squeezed juice, house-roasted espresso, and homemade hot chocolate."

"This cubby-hole of a creperie nestled in Oak Cliff's trendy new Sylvan Thirty development has been winning the hearts of area Francophiles with its eclectic lineup of sweet and savory crêpes. The operation is the brainchild of Parisian born Julien Eelsen, whose family has a background in restaurants and hotels in Normandy–so it's safe to say he knows what he's doing when it comes to making those wafer-thin discs of goodness. For breakfast, the options run from savory buckwheat galettes stuffed with eggs, cheese, and your choice of meat to sweet crêpes (made with white wheat flour) loaded with everything from house-made caramel to Nutella and bananas."

"This cubby-hole of a creperie nestled in Oak Cliff's trendy new Sylvan Thirty development has been winning the hearts of area Francophiles with its eclectic lineup of sweet and savory crepes. Savory combinations include ham and cheese as well as smoked brisket with barbecue cream. However it's the selection of sweet crepes that will stop you in your tracks– lemon curd with strawberries; poached pear with house-made caramel; and roasted pineapple with ginger, ice cream and whipped cream."

"The River Legacy Park is located on the side of the Trinity River. You’ll find beautiful views at every turn and it’s the perfect spot for a nice stroll in the park, bird watching, outdoor exercising, meditating, or just taking a day to relax in a gorgeous atmosphere. You’ll also find some other great activities like their River Legacy Fall Festival, clay shooting, cardboard boat regatta, and more."

"Besides the Texas Boardwalk, an outdoor living classroom with whispering tubes, hollow logs, and interactive question boards for kids, the Fort Worth Botanic Garden has 16 exhibits and gardens that are filled with cherry trees, roses, oak trees, sculptures, streams, fountains and more. The indoor garden area, which is near the entrance, has tropical plants and flowers that bloom almost year round. Be sure to buy fish food at the front desk before you make your way to the highlight of the Botanic Garden—The Japanese Garden."

"As the oldest major botanic garden in Texas, the Fort Worth Botanic Garden is a must-visit for romantic, floral photography. The gazebos in the Fuller Garden and Rose Garden are gorgeous spots for photo ops. Bringing a little one with you as you search out Forth Worth photography locations?"

"I can’t speak for every kid but my three girls love the Botanic Gardens. We can spend hours walking through the beautiful gardens. For many visitors the Japanese garden is a highlight."