This is the campus post office, and still standing in original "splendar" amongst the degrading…read moreNorthgate Buildings across the street, and the overall urbanization of areas in and around campus. This is where I picked up my packages from home during my student stay at A&M many years ago. I revisited the building last week both inside and outside. I was amazed again the huge rows of post office boxes, wondering if they'll ever run out considering campus growth. I also remain curious on what goods end up in these boxes. Musings on an idle day....

Terrible attitudes and customer service (specifically the old man who is mostly bald)read more

It's a beautiful historical site, it's free but they take donations. We had a personal tour. Really…read moreinteresting and a great stop for those that love Texas history.

Loaded up the kids and went here on a cool spring day, the perfect time of year to visit and see…read morethe local wildflowers in bloom. Learn about this historic inn and it's enterprising owner. An interpreter guides you through the house and grounds. There are picnic tables and a beautiful view of surrounding hills. Wildflowers flourish on-site. We love history and with small kids spent about 2 hours including a picnic lunch and walking around to take pictures. Great place to visit for a short trip. Bring a little cash so you can leave a small donation, otherwise your visit is free. Find free postcards in the carriage house. Decent restrooms. No changing table for little people. Check the calendar- the guide said that some Saturdays they do demonstrations and in non-COVID times there are even more interactive activities, like stagecoach rides to the courthouse.

Great library! The natural light is so so wonderful. There is ample tables and chairs anytime we…read morecome. The kids section is unmatched.

Recently discovered this gem of a public library. As a student, I normally use the libraries at…read moreTAMU, but this place was a breath of fresh air. It was renovated a few years back, creating a lasting sense of newness in the building. Most books are labeled by genre in their respective sections. Staff is super friendly and always helpful. Plenty of areas for studying and privacy. The public computers are easily accessible. Beautiful library cards that are redesigned each year. Definitely the perfect place to expand your mental bookshelf or rediscovering your lost love of reading.

I've been to many museums through the years. This was my first visit to a presidential…read moremuseum/library, and it was spectacular. In addition to a 25-minute video production about the life of President George H.W. Bush (during which I shed a tear), there are more artifacts here than you can shake a stick at. The guides are quite friendly and knowledgeable, and they are prepared to answer questions. During my visit, there were several original artifacts on display, including FDR's speech on Dec. 8, 1941, and Elvis Presley's original enlistment documents. But those are traveling exhibits. There is plenty of Bush family memoriblia to quench your thirst for some up-close history.

I love visiting Presidential Libraries when I happen to be in the area. So far I have visited the…read moreones for Hoover (West Branch, IA), Johnson (Austin, Tx), Nixon (Yorba Linda, CA), Reagan (Simi Valley, CA), Truman (Independence MO), and now George H.W. Bush. I was in College Station over the weekend for a Texas A&M Class of 1980 Reunion, and part of the agenda was paying this place a visit. The George H. W. Bush Presidential Library complex, located on the campus of Texas A&M University in College Station, includes the Presidential Library and Museum, the Bush School of Government and Public Service, and the Annenberg Presidential Conference Center. My visit included the main Museum, a separate building holding the very cool Union Pacific 4141 Engine and the Marine One Helicopter, and the graves of President Bush, his Wife Barbara, and their Daughter Robin. The later involves a pretty walk around a scenic pond (and rose garden area) and onwards to a gated plot within a quiet woodsy area. If Gayle is reading this, of course I also took a look through the gift shop at the end of my visit. I found the main museum to be nicely curated, in chronological order, and with lots of interesting things to learn and remember. I found that I needed at least a couple passes through to help layer my visit. Of particular note (besides the 4141 and Marine One) were exhibits noting the fall of the Berlin Wall, Camp David, the family boat (Fidelity), and the car that the Bush family drove out to Texas for the first time. There was also a special (and worth visiting) exhibit when I was there Music America: Iconic Objects From America's Music History. Also, please don't miss the 22 minute orientation video when you first start in. I found that it really helped set the stage for what was to come at this museum.

Great, friendly atmosphere! My kids love it! Can't wait to…read morerevisit.. also there are lots of events and programs for the kids

This library is clean, quiet, has pleasant staff & varied seating options, and has plenty of…read moreelectrical outlets available. Being air conditioned, it makes for a comfortable stop-in on a hot day.

Need help? The library staff is here for you! This library…read moreseems like it has overgrown its original spot, and now also includes the building next door, the Library Annex. There's a 'sky bridge' that connects the two libraries. There's not enough signage here! Looking for a book? This library doesn't follow the Dewey Decimal System like most other libraries. They have some collegiate model that I can't understand, and there's not any signs that just say, "Anthropology is here." But if you have a question, there are plenty of librarians on the bottom level. On any of the other floors? Tough luck. Other libraries have numbers you can text a librarian at to ask for help, but I didn't see that. There's not much public art here. The walls are plain and boring. The aisles aren't large enough to get a wheelchair down. There aren't many private study places. I was glad to see that they've got some high speed, large scanners here if you need to make some digital copies of the book you're reading, or copy your buddy's notes. I was surprised to see so many children's books at a university library!

Evans library truly is a gift sent from above . The 6th floor of this library has seen its fair…read moreshare of my laughs , cries, and even some of my studying !!! The Starbucks locates on the first floor is super convenient to get through a long study sesh but sadly the line is almost always long . I prefer to come study on weekends because it's so peaceful... compared to weekdays where you walk around for 30 minutes before finding a open chair or outlet . There is parking located nearby ( sadly it isn't free) or multiple bus routes ( 8 and 35 for me at park west) take you right by free of charge for students. If you need a late night study sesh and really want to focus , I highly recommend taking a drive to Evans !

I was in College Station and decided to pay my respects to the individuals lost in the A&M bonfire…read morecollapse by visiting the memorial. This was the first time that I have been to the memorial. It was very touching how each pillar around the circle has information about each of the 12 students that were lost on that day. I felt that I learned more about each individual and it was a touching way to honor them by capturing them as individuals. There was a marker in the center of the circle with the date and time of the bonfire collapse. Coming into the memorial there is quotes and a poem at the entrance and you reach the monument by following a long gravel pathway until you reach the circular portion of the memorial. Overall was a very touching and moving way to pay tribute to those lost in the tragedy.

This is a beautiful memorial dedicated to the 27 students who were injured and 12 students who lost…read moretheir lives on November 18, 1999. I remember this incident when it occurred all those years ago. It's a very somber experience as you walk up the path to the place where the tragedy happened. There are three parts to this memorial: Tradition Plaza, the History Walk, and the Spirit Ring. Everything about this memorial is very intentional. The number of stones used, the number and positioning of the lights, the position of the portals, etc. all have meaning. I regret not reading the pamphlet before walking through the memorial. I actually wasn't sure if we could or should walk in the middle of the Spirit Ring, but there is a granite marker in the middle that indicates the exact spot of the last Bonfire Centerpole. The intentionality and representation would have been a lot more clear if I had read it when we first arrived. Each portal represents one of the students who perished that night. The portals face the direction of the respective student's hometown. Each portal has a portrait of the student and a written reflection. The majority of the students were only 18 or 19 years old. We toured the memorial later in the afternoon so the lights were barely visible. This memorial is very pretty at night, so I would recommend timing your visit after dusk. There's a parking lot right near the memorial and it's free, however it wasn't clear if a permit was needed. We had no trouble with parking on a Saturday, but double check the signage to be safe.

If you're interested in becoming a Marine Corps officer, stop by this location to find out more…read moreabout your options. Outstanding office and extremely supportive staff. The officer candidates that come out of this location are extremely well prepared for OCS.