GLADYS PORTER ZOO
500 East Ringgold Street, Brownsville, TX 78520 Directions
Since 1971
The Gladys Porter Zoo is a visitor-oriented botanical and zoological park dedicated to preserving nature through education, conservation, healthful outdoor recreation & research. With 28 acres of luxuriant tropical plants and some 1,600 animals, the zoo is recognized for its success in breeding endangered wildlife species. You can get single membership at $60 and family/grandparent membership at $85. Membership benefits: free admission every day during regular hours, free admission to over 100 zoos nationwide, free parking in their limited access lot, free subscription to their quarterly newsletter, free admission to Boo at the zoo & free admission to zoo nights and lights. Here, children under two years are admitted free.
Outdoor Activities and Park, Daily Presentations, Asian Forest Sanctuary, Company Events, Aquarium, Educational Programs, Birthday Parties, Group Rates, Weddings, Local Wildlife, Galapagos Tortoise Research, Herpetarium, Realm of the Dragon, Conservation, Picnics, Programs For Kids, School Field Trips & Butterflies
Price: Adults: $14
Children (2-13): $8.50
Seniors (over 65): $11.50
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CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF BROWNSVILLE
501 East Ringgold Street, Suite 5 Dean Porter Park, Brownsville, TX 78520 Directions
Since 2005
The Children’s Museum of Brownsville is a fantastic place for children to play and learn alongside their caregivers. They are the only children’s museum in the country, and you can find them in the Mitte Cultural District inside Dean Porter Park. Their mission is to introduce kids to the “World of Learning” through hands-on creative and interactive exhibits, workshops & special events. You can host your next birthday party with them, bring a group on a field trip, or register a play date with friends. Free admission is available for children under one year.
Field Trips, Gift Shop, Education, Halloween Bash, Under the Sea, All World’s Cafe, Children’s China, Construction Zone, Summer Camps, Brite’s Special Spot, Events, Group Policies and Procedures, Birthday Parties, Exhibitions, Chalk Art Festival, Night at the Museum Fundraiser & Girls’ Night Out Bingo Fundraiser
Price: $8.50 per person
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BROWNSVILLE MUSEUM OF FINE ART
660 East Ringgold Street, Brownsville, TX 78520 Directions
Since 1935
Brownsville Museum of Fine Art's purpose is to contribute to the art education and cultural enrichment of the community, exhibit works of art, arrange for and give educational programs for kids and adults, and encourage/develop appreciation advancement of art throughout the city. In the middle of the Mitte Cultural District, visitants will enjoy viewing traveling exhibits and art from their permanent collection & local artists. The museum is designed to be available for its variety of guests, where patrons are accommodated to the greatest degree possible. This includes the front entrance wheelchair-ramp, a wheelchair-accessible double door entry, specially designated restroom stall with assisting handrails, even-level flooring throughout the building & a water fountain installed at sitting height. Free admission is available for kids under 6.
Teachers, Classrooms, Plan Your Visit, Educational Programs, Family Programs, Workshops, Youth, Adult, Summer Camps, A General Store, Saturday Art Classes, Permanent Collection, Exhibitions, Special Events, Field Trips, Students, Cooking Classes & Exhibitions