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Children’s Museum Houston

Ancient Encounters

Saturday, Apr. 28, 2018 – Saturday, Apr. 28, 2018

10:00 AM – 04:00 PM
US/Central

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We invite you to travel to the land down under as you discover the aboriginal cultures of Australia! Encounter this ancient culture and more during a day filled with exciting exploration in partnership with the Archeological Institute of America - Houston society.

Special Events: 

  • Aboriginal Necklaces: Make a necklace using Australian Seeds
    • Event time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Allen Family Courtyard.
  • Aboriginal Archeology Dig: Excavate and find “ancient treasures” in a recreation of an Aboriginal dig site.
    • Event Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Allen Family Courtyard.
  • Aboriginal Cave Art: Learn how aboriginal art was made and then paint a masterpiece on a “cave” wall.
    • Event Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Allen Family Courtyard.
  • Aboriginal Boomerang: Show off your skills by decorating a high flying boomerang.
    • Event Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Allen Family Courtyard.
  • Ancient Foods: Discover how to use ancient methods to grind seeds for food.
    • Event Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Allen Family Courtyard.

***Activities, events and times subject to change.

HOURS & ADMISSION

  • Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Thursday, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Sunday, 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    Closed Mondays. Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day, and Easter Sunday.  
  • General Admission: $17 per person and $16 for seniors 65 years and older. FREE for children under one and Museum Members. Free Hours: FREE FAMILY NIGHT: Thursdays 5 pm - 8 pm.

Directions & Parking

  • Paid Parking
  • Street Parking
  • Parking fees: 1 hour - $8, 2 hours - $9, 3+ hours - $10. Metered and street parking are available around the Children's Museum Houston.

Special Offers / Dining

The Children's Museum Houston's spacious eatery, Fresh Café, offers nutritious eats and treats for any time of day! Enjoy a healthy meal with savory salads, preservative-free sandwich bread and vegetarian options prepared daily – fresh off the grill!

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