- TripBuzz found 25 things to do with kids in or near Waco, Texas.
- From Cameron Park Zoo to Mayborn Museum, the Waco area offers 35 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Specialty Museums, Libraries and Water Parks.
- Located along the Brazos River between Austin and Dallas, Waco, TX is known as the heartland of Texas. Along with its handful of historic homes, nine musical and theatrical art groups, and seven recreation centers, Waco also hosts the Heart O' Texas Fair and Rodeo, a Cinco De Mayo Fiesta, and the Heart of Texas Winefest.
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People can visit a zoo, walk 15 miles of nature trails, view the river from points high above it, play on the playground, splash in the splash pad, and play disc golf without leaving the boundaries of Cameron Park. The park is also popular with anglers and paddleboaters.
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The Armstrong Browning Library contains the world's largest collection of Robert and Elizabeth Barrett Browning works in the world. The building is also a masterpiece of Italian Renaissance-style building with 63 stain glass windows.
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Featuring an array of car racing activities, Heart O' Texas Speedway is a great place for a family gathering or group outing. Located in Elm Mott, special events like bike races and a demolition derby are also held here.
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Located on the campus of Baylor University, The Texas Collection features data and records concerning the state. Spacious with an expansive collection, it is frequented by Texans and visitors to the area.
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The mission of the Jubilee Theater is to create theatrical works that reflect eh African-American experiences. The theater shows live productions such as 'Sunset Baby' and 'The Color Purple'.
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Housed on the Baylor University campus, the W. R. Poage Legislative Library holds the official papers of 12 former members of Congress, six Texas legislators, and an editorial cartoon collection. The library also has a map collection and an extensive collection of historic campaign materials.
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Featuring full stadium seating and digital surround sound, Galaxy 16 is a local movie theater that shows the latest released films. Other amenities at the theater include ticketing kiosks, birthday party hosting, and 3-D capabilities.
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A museum and archive devoted to the history of the Texas Red Men Association, the Red Men Museum & Library features 4200 volumes pertaining to Texas history as well as displays that showcase various aspects of Texas history.
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Located at Waco Square, the Premiere Cinema 6 is a movie theater multiplex that shows mostly newly released Hollywood movies in digital video and sound. The theater features discount specials and has a reward program.
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At the Waco Mammoth Site, visitors walk to a dig shelter where six Columbian mammoth fossils are located. The tour lasts about 45 minutes, and before or after, visitors can shop in the gift shop and eat in the picnic area.