Family Friendly Activities in Southeast Texas
Spindletop Gladys City Museum in Beaumont
Do you like checking out the Old West towns in movies?
Did you know we have one here in the Golden Triangle?
Lamar University houses the Spindletop Gladys City Boomtown Museum.
It has everything you could want in an Old West village:
- Working printing press
- Blacksmith area (you can even schedule a blacksmithing class)
- Saloon
- Dry Goods Store
- Post Office
- Recreation of the original Lucas Oil Gusher (today it shoots water rather than oil)
There are even special family days with kid friendly activities, games, and historical re-enactments.
If you are looking for family friendly activities in The Golden Triangle, schedule a visit to the Spindletop Museum on the Lamar Beaumont Campus.
- Spindletop Gladys City Boomtown Museum
- 5550 Jimmy Simmons Blvd.
- (409) 880-1750
The Spindletop Gladys City Museum is known for providing activities that entertain AND educate Golden Triangle children and families.
If you are looking to take a special trip with your church group, school, or senior organization, call about booking a special guided tour.
There is a lot to do in Southeast Texas – you will find it here on SETXFamily.com.
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You can witness history coming alive – at the Spindletop Museum in Beaumont.
Stay tuned for more ideas for your next family adventure.
