The Houston Museum of Natural Science

"You've got to hand it to this Houston museum for expanding the definition of traditional science programming with recent blockbuster shows on jeweler Fulco Verdura." Full review

"World-class traveling exhibits - on everything from Medici gems to Mayan civilization - have always been a big part of the attraction at this stellar museum." Full review

"This striking location offers both special and permanent exhibitions and even houses an IMAX 3D theater." Full review

"Situated in the Museum District near the Houston Zoo, the Museum of Fine Arts and the Holocaust Museum, the Houston Museum of Natural Science offers a variety of permanent exhibits...." Full review

"This museum is one of the country's most visited. It houses the Cockrell Butterfly Center...other exhibits examine astronomy, Native American culture, paleontology, Texas wildlife, and more. "

"Among its permanent exhibits are a hall of paleontology featuring ancient skeletons...a dazzling array of gems and minerals; a state-of-the-art, interactive display on the production of energy" Full review