This is a smaller museum and we were looking for things to do in the area for the day so we stopped…read morein. They had a docent, Mark, who was already underway with one group so we came in for his talk about the first few exhibits. He seemed really into his job. Then we paid the entrance fee. Bonus for the AAA discount. This museum isn't very large but the exhibits are well done. You'll maybe be here like 15 to 20 minutes but it's fun if you don't know a lot about the German immigrants here. There's a small gift store as well. Parking is a small lot.

Very charming museum with lots of New Braunfels history. Anyone looking to understand how New…read moreBraunfels was built and see some of the most amazing treasures from the 1800s check out this museum. They have a one of a kind gun powder bag from the Indians from the 1800s. Also very unique jewelry made out of human hair. Very interesting place with great gracious host. Dottie our tour guide was very informative and friendly. The gift shop has lots of New Braunfels souvenirs and books. Love all the German Steins and German hats.

A fun time for my 19 month old grandson. Different activities: art, role playing costumes,…read moreclimbing, water play, etc. We could have stayed a lot longer. Will definitely come again.

Amazing venue for my 4 year old. He loves the choices with different play areas. He also likes to…read morego outside and loves the water and fishing. Only issue is parents have to pay the same amount as the kids which is ridiculous it should be half the cost since the parents are just there to watch the kids. Also I put back all the items my son plays with. Also one of the few businesses that does not provide any discounts for military personnel. Love the place but disgusted with the piece for parents to attend.

This is a small museum. The inside has two sections, one for Native American artifacts and one for…read morethe heritage of Texas. They don't take very long to see. The most interesting part of this museum is the dinosaur interior features two sections: one dedicated to Native American artifacts and another to. There is a covered area where you can see them. You can walk all the way around the exhibit but not go inside. There is a higher area where you can see them from above, but that's about it. Some statues are in dire need of refurbishing and painting. The bathrooms are out in the parking lot with no air, so it gets hot in there. Parking was ok as not many folks were there. The price was $7 per person. It was not totally worth it as an adult, but it is what it is.

so very very disappointing! Hoping to,provide a fun outing for my visiting grandson and it was a…read morewaste of time. The tracks are in a covered area the size of a horse arena All can be viewed in 5 minutes. The 30 minute "tour" consists of standing. around the arena and learning the history and then you are led up some steps to view murals It doesn't even last the 30 minutes. Tracks are hard to make out My grandson is 11 and very interested in science and history and his response was we should've found something else to do .

Very cute and cool place! The person working the Museum was so friendly and informative. There are…read morea couple updates and remodeling currently happening. We were limited on time but it worked out perfectly because it didn't take much time to explore everything. Cute gifts and train swag available for purchase. Would visit again when it town to see the updates. Donations requested instead of admission. There's a couple cute photo ops at the museum and just across the road/ driveway.

This was an absolute surprise. I noticed the New Braunfel's Historical Museum and Modeler's Society…read moreduring a day visit. At the time, I thought it was a small train museum and I didn't go in. Fast forward a couple of months later, when I visited with my niece and nephew. I was charmed and impressed. There are two trains at the museum that showcase travel at the turn of the century. They are furnished and have lifelike figures to model the train conductor and other train workers. Children and adults can go into the wagons and manipulate some of the trains objects. In the main building itself, there are items that would have belonged to the trains. The Museum also has three model toy trains, that probably took years to build. The modelers were very friendly. One even put on a train conductor hat when he saw we were taking pictures. It was so entertaining and unexpected. On certain days, they also let children "drive" the model toy trains. My niece and nephew loved it and they are both older children, so I imagine younger children would really enjoy the museum. Best part...it is completely affordable. They only ask for a $3 donation, per person, but not obligatory. Although, we gladly paid since it is a great place to spend some hours exploring. It is a working train station, so we also got to see some trains drive by.

Kevin was nice and helpful and made in very fun for me and me and would come back againread more

Jayden gave the best tour you could possibly give very knowledgeable very very patient and made…read morethe tour a wonderful experience for me and my family. This establishment is very underrated.

Amazing experience! Great Friday Night Spook Day with my girlfriends! We will be back to book the…read moreovernight stay in October!

Oct 28 is Emma's Birthday... so Magnolia Hotel decided to open the doors to celebrate! Free tours…read morefrom 10am-2pm! I just happened to see something come through my newsfeed over Fb, I bookmarked it, found my schedule open, so headed east to check it out. Emma likes to play in her room... and who doesn't like to play with little spirits?! I didn't know the history of the Magnolia Hotel so was totally clueless walking in the door... Magnolia Hotel has been on Ghost Adventures on Travel Channel. Also, Magnolia Hotel is ~not~ a hotel, it is now a personal residence. To my delight, I was able to hear stories of the old hotel, tales of it's past residents many of which have never left, and how Magnolia Hotel was discovered by the owners. Jim & Erin saved the Magnolia from being demolished... they single handedly have saved a part of Seguin history!... and some haunted history at that! I spent about two hours just hanging out, looking around, and people watching... talked to some interesting people, listening to questions and answers... all very interesting. Did I have an experience? I had something creepy go up the back of my left neck and skull as I was talking to a ghost hunter in the original dining area where the owner was sitting. I also felt some weird things around the house... but something I brushed off at first until I started listening to others talk about it... when you first come up the stairs, it feels really heavy. I originally brushed it off as I just walked up the stairs... but no, go back and you feel it... and everyone was feeling it!!! Emma was playing in her room. One of the guides said just a few minutes earlier, a little girl got scratched. Then someone told her that they saw the door knob in the pink bathroom turn back and forth. The owner, Erin, said this house is more active during the day than at night. Wow! The owners Jim & Erin host a ghost tour in their home on occasion, which books up months in advance. The tour last about 2 hours with in-depth stories which might also include a spiritual reading from the Erin at the end (but only if deceased wish to come forward). Erin has written Haunted New Braunfels, Haunted Seguin, and soon to be released Haunted Magnolia House. All proceeds go towards restoring the Magnolia Hotel. I can not wait to go on their ghost tour!

While walking around the Hays County Courthouse checking out the businesses on the square we came…read moreup to this museum. There was a sign saying which said free admission, so decided to check it out. It was an old building and when I entered I was told to sign in. I guess they want to keep a record of guests and there was a donation jar next to it. I started exploring all about Lyndon Baines Johnson who not only was President of the United States of America but graduated from Texas State University (formerly Southwest Texas State Teachers College in 1930). The museum is a bit small but does recognize his achievements as president by all the Acts he passed. There are some mementos on display and information about Lady Bird Johnson. It is very positive here so will not find anything about the Vietnam War or old political controversies. There is an upstairs but nothing much up there except a few exhibits and a large room for meetings and presentations. I enjoyed it and dropped a few bucks in the donation jar on my way out.

An excellent museum! You will leave with a newfound respect for LBJ and his presidency. A…read morefascinating insight into the 1960's and the impact of his time in office which we still benefit from today.

From Chicago, just moved to Austin. First time at the Meadows Center at Texas State. Here are some…read morethoughts: -Run entirely by students, done very well, very enjoyable. -We wanted to check out the glass bottom boats, and we were not disappointed! -We went on the 45-minute tour. Our guide was knowledgeable, funny, and passionate--great combo! Cost was about $15 a person. -Saw a lot of wildlife, including deer, many birds, including a hawk, turtles, and many fish. Don't forget to check out the aquarium! -About a dozen people on our tour boat, from toddlers to 60's. Everyone enjoyed the experience. -Boat was covered, so it felt cool enough on the water even on a warm spring day. Highly recommended!

What a lovely little side trip for our out of town guests to enjoy. This was actually our first…read morevisit as well, it was very much enjoyed. I'm going to have to go again as there was so much to see I didn't hear most of what the boat pilot had to relay.

The Museum of Homemade Furniture is a step back in time to the mid 19th Century Texas. The museum…read morefills every room with handmade craftsmanship. Beds, cabinets, desks, etc. Are on display to see up close (just don't touch). Unfortunately pictures are not allowed inside the museum (not sure why). But trust me it's worth the $8. A much unexpected bonus are the various cottages and buildings on the grounds that show (sometimes demonstrate) skills and crafts of that time.

This was my second stop after the Sophienburg. I must say it was cool to see some artifacts and…read moreread about the type of lifestyles people lived and then to come here and physically see historical buildings from the same eras. These buildings have been moved out there, and make it so you can step back in time all at once. It is so beautiful the originality of the houses/huts and the furniture that was handmade back in the day. Everything has some sort of history and story to it from sewing machines, baby dolls and cribs, to cow hide chairs, chamber pots, and hand-made wardrobes. It really makes you see how back then our ancestors really worked for everything. Make sure you come when it's open and you can go inside and get a tour that is filled with information about it all. It really makes you feel connected with the land and the history of what New Braunfels was and is all about. I knew this city had history, but this just blows it all out of proportion.