The Health Museum, Houston
The Health Museum is a great concept and an interesting strategy to demystify the human body, health and disease. There are only a few "health"- or "medical"-themed museums around the world, and this one stands out for its actively engaging interactions and mind-opening encounters. It certainly helps to have the Texas Medical Center 鈥� the largest and one of the most influential medical centers in the country, and perhaps the world 鈥� in the same neighborhood.
Among other highlights, the museum has produced an exhibit that allows visitors to walk through the human body, understanding anatomy, organs, nerves, arteries and veins; with particular respect to functions of the heart and their importance. For children, there are science classes and mini medical schools, opening their eyes to many biology-based science experiments, new possibilities, and career choices. Temporary exhibits from institutions across the U.S. provide additional options, in addition to the already rich permanent collection and the 4D theater inside.
Since its opening in 1996, the Health Museum has been clearly maturing, making for a great addition to the Museum District.
Why You Should Visit:
Exciting museum with lots of state-of-the-art exhibits that are easy to follow, interactive, engaging, and educational.
The staff is extremely informative and willingly responds to questions, and the gift shop has numerous unique items!
Tip:
You may want to inquire about when field trips are not scheduled or a time of day when they are not overly present.
Among other highlights, the museum has produced an exhibit that allows visitors to walk through the human body, understanding anatomy, organs, nerves, arteries and veins; with particular respect to functions of the heart and their importance. For children, there are science classes and mini medical schools, opening their eyes to many biology-based science experiments, new possibilities, and career choices. Temporary exhibits from institutions across the U.S. provide additional options, in addition to the already rich permanent collection and the 4D theater inside.
Since its opening in 1996, the Health Museum has been clearly maturing, making for a great addition to the Museum District.
Why You Should Visit:
Exciting museum with lots of state-of-the-art exhibits that are easy to follow, interactive, engaging, and educational.
The staff is extremely informative and willingly responds to questions, and the gift shop has numerous unique items!
Tip:
You may want to inquire about when field trips are not scheduled or a time of day when they are not overly present.
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The Health Museum on Map
Sight Name: The Health Museum
Sight Location: Houston, USA (See walking tours in Houston)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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Sight Location: Houston, USA (See walking tours in Houston)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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