9 Best Things To See And Do In Midtown Houston

This museum is great for kids and the young at heart. Houston Fire Museum is located in an old fire station built in 1898. The station was in use until 1969 and opened as a museum in 1980. The non-profit museum aims to educate the community on fire safety while preserving the history of the Houston Fire Department. Visitors can view exhibits on the fire department’s long history, check out three antique fire trucks, and kids can play in the ‘Station 7 ½’ room.

Elizabeth Baldwin Park is a 4.88 acre park known for its beautiful, shady oak trees and winding trail. The park has been a community recreation center since 1910 when it was acquired by the city of Houston. It started out mainly as a picnic lawn but has been upgraded over the past century to include picnic tables, a granite jogging trail, chess tables, and tennis courts. The park is a great spot to enjoy a little slice of nature deep in the heart of the city.

The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum is the only museum in the United States dedicated to preserving and promoting the long history of African American soldiers fighting for the defense of the US since the Revolutionary War. Visitors can view exhibitions honoring African American soldiers of the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War. There are also exhibits showcasing the tools, weaponry, and artillery used by African American soldiers throughout history. Admission to the museum is free on Thursdays.

The Station Museum of Contemporary Art is an international arts forum dedicated to promoting free expression, social commentary, and civic engagement. The Station Museum hosts exhibitions by local, national, and international artists as well as film, music, and speaker events. Admission to the museum is always free. The Station Museum is open Wednesday through Sunday, but it is closed when new exhibits are being installed. Be sure to check the schedule before heading out.