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Beaumont, TX 77701
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Attractions in Beaumont
Beaumont has everything from art galleries to historic homes and museums commemorating athletes and inventors. Although there are a ton of museums to explore, the city also boasts some of the best places for birdwatching and plenty of fun attractions for all. Those who love the great outdoors will find much to enjoy about the Beaumont Botanical Gardens and the Big Thicket National Preserve, while the Gator Country Adventure Park offers animal enthusiasts a truly unique experience. Beaumont has a wonderful combination of history, culture, and outdoor adventure to captivate just about anyone. Read on to see where your next adventure will begin.
Art Museum of Southeast Texas
The Art Museum of Southeast Texas has permanent collections and rotating exhibitions featuring works by artists from around the world. These include paintings, sculptures, photographs, and folk art with a particular emphasis on Texas and regional artists.
500 Main Street
Beaumont, TX 77701
(409) 832-3432
Babe Didrikson Zaharias Museum & Visitors Center
This museum commemorates the accomplishments of Beaumont's own Mildred "Babe" Didrikson Zaharias, widely regarded as one of the world's greatest female athletes. During her remarkable career, Babe was a three-time All-American basketball player, two-time Olympic gold medalist and Olympic silver medalist, and one of the greatest golfers in history.
1750 I-10 Frontage Road
Beaumont, TX 77703
(409) 833-4622
Beaumont Botanical Gardens
Beaumont’s botanical garden boasts more than 20 acres of space to leisurely explore. The garden is located in a migratory bird flyway and sits next door to the Cattail Marsh Scenic Wetlands, which makes it an ideal place for bird-watching.
6088 Babe Zaharias Drive
Beaumont, TX 77705
(409) 842-3135
Beaumont Children’s Museum
The Beaumont Children’s Museum is a fun place for families. Creative and interactive exhibits and activities encourage children to enjoy learning about the world around them.
701 Main Street
Beaumont, TX 77701
(409) 347-7919
Beaumont Police Museum
The Beaumont Police Museum is dedicated to the history of law enforcement in Beaumont and features a collection of firearms, unusual weapons, and other confiscated items used in criminal investigations. The museum also displays law enforcement memorabilia dating back to the late 1800s and early 1900s. Free tours are available by appointment on weekdays.
255 College Street
Beaumont, TX 77701
(409) 880-3825
Big Thicket National Preserve
Dense hardwood forests, backwater swamps, open waterways, and grassy meadows comprise Big Thicket National Preserve, a more than 113,000-acre preserve that serves as an important habitat for a wide variety of wildlife. In 1981, the preserve was designated an International Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO, and in 2001 the American Bird Conservancy named it a Globally Important Bird Area. The preserve has more than 40 miles of hiking trails and more than 20 miles of paddling trails, making it an ideal destination for birdwatching enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.
6102 Farm to Market Rd 420
Kountze, TX 77625
(409) 951-6700
Cattail Marsh Scenic Wetlands & Boardwalk
Covering more than 900 acres of scenic wetlands, Cattail Marsh is a must-visit for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. Explore more than eight miles of gravel levee trails and stroll along the boardwalk for your chance to see more than 250 species of birds that visit the marsh throughout the year. The wetlands also provide outstanding opportunities for wildlife photography, hiking, biking, and observing alligators and other native wildlife.
4233 Babe Zaharias Drive
Beaumont, TX 77705
(409) 554-2447
Chambers Historical House Museum
Built in 1907, this family home is now a living museum filled with original furnishings and other artifacts. Much of the home's interior remains as it has for generations, so walking through the front door is like stepping back in time.
2240 Calder Avenue
Beaumont, TX 77701
(409) 832-4010
Dishman Art Museum
The Dishman Art Museum, located on Lamar University’s campus, features works produced by students and artists from around the globe. It’s also home to the Heinz and Ruth Eisenstadt Collection, which includes porcelains, paintings, and sculptures.
1030 East Lavaca Street
Beaumont, TX 77705
(409) 880-8959
Edison Museum
Beaumont's Edison Museum is dedicated to the life, inventions, and innovations of Thomas Alva Edison. Housed in the historic Travis Street Substation, the museum features two floors of interactive exhibits and more than 1,400 artifacts that explore Edison's remarkable career and the history of electrical power in Southeast Texas and Louisiana.
350 Pine Street
Beaumont, TX 77701
(409) 299-9195
Fire Museum of Texas
The Fire Museum of Texas showcases the history of fire service with displays of equipment and photos from the 19th and 20th centuries. It also boasts a Dalmatian-spotted 24-foot-tall fire hydrant, the largest working fire hydrant in the world.
400 Walnut Street
Beaumont, TX 77701
(409) 880-3927
Gator Country Adventure Park
Gator Country is an alligator adventure park and wildlife sanctuary that provides a truly one-of-a-kind experience. More than 450 American alligators and four species of crocodiles call the park home, along with snakes, tortoises, and other rescued wildlife. Visitors can meet Big Al and Big Tex, two of the largest captive alligators in Texas, along with enjoying hands-on animal encounters and educational shows.
21159 FM 365
Beaumont TX, 77705
(409) 794-9453
Jefferson Theatre
The Jefferson Theatre is one of Beaumont's historic landmarks. Since it opened in 1927, the theater has served as a vaudeville theater, movie palace, and performing arts venue for the community. Today, it hosts classic movie nights, concerts, live performances, and a wide variety of special events.
345 Fannin Street
Beaumont, TX 77701
(409) 838-3435
John Jay French Museum
Step inside the John Jay French House, the oldest home in Beaumont that has been restored to its original state. Built in 1845, the home today houses numerous exhibits that showcase the life of a prosperous Texas pioneer family from the mid-19th century.
3025 French Road
Beaumont, TX 77706
(409) 898-0348
McFaddin-Ward House Historic Museum
One of Beaumont's grandest historic homes, the McFaddin-Ward House was built in 1905–1906 in the Beaux-Arts Colonial style. This beautifully preserved three-story house offers a glimpse into what life was like at the turn of the 20th century, with its original furnishings, carriage house, and gardens reflecting the lifestyle of the prominent McFaddin family.
1906 Calder Avenue
Beaumont, TX 77701
(409) 832-2134
Saint Anthony Cathedral Basilica
More than 100 years old, Saint Anthony Cathedral Basilica is one of Beaumont's most impressive historic landmarks. Inspired by the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls in Rome, the cathedral features magnificent Italian Renaissance Revival architecture, stunning stained-glass windows, and an ornate marble interior. Guided tours are available by appointment, and self-guided visits are welcome during parish office hours when no services or events are in progress.
700 Jefferson Street
Beaumont, TX 77701
(409) 833-6433
Spindletop-Gladys City Boomtown Museum
Located on the campus of Lamar University, this museum commemorates the discovery of oil at Spindletop Hill near Beaumont in 1901. The museum recreates the original Gladys City boomtown with 15 reconstructed buildings, historical exhibits, period reenactments, a replica Lucas Gusher, and a gift shop, offering visitors a glimpse into the beginning of the Texas oil boom.
5550 Jimmy Simmons Blvd.
Beaumont, TX 77705
(409) 880-1750
Texas Energy Museum
Discover the history and science of the energy industry at the Texas Energy Museum. Interactive exhibits highlight the Spindletop oil discovery, petroleum geology, oil exploration, production, refining, and the role of energy in everyday life. Located in Beaumont's historic museum district, the museum brings the story of Texas energy to life through hands-on exhibits and historical artifacts.
600 Main Street
Beaumont, TX 77701
(409) 833-5100
Tyrrell Park
Tyrrell Park is Beaumont's largest municipal park, featuring the Henry Homberg Municipal Golf Course, the Beaumont Botanical Gardens, and scenic natural areas. Adjacent to the park is the 900-acre Cattail Marsh Scenic Wetlands, an important habitat for birds, fish, and other wildlife. Numerous trails and park roads are ideal for walking, biking, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing.
6088 Babe Zaharias Drive
Beaumont, TX 77705
(409) 838-3613
Tyrrell Historical Library
Captain W.C. Tyrrell purchased the former First Baptist Church in 1923 and donated the building to the City of Beaumont for use as a public library. Today, it serves as a specialized genealogy and local history research library with extensive archives focusing on Beaumont, Southeast Texas, and Texas history.
695 Pearl St.
Beaumont, TX 77701
(409) 833-2759
