McAllen (/mɪˈkælɪn/ mih-KAL-in) is the largest city in Hidalgo County, Texas, United States, and the twenty-second most populous city in Texas. It is located at the southern tip of the state in the Rio Grande Valley. The city limits extend south to the Rio Grande, across from the Mexican city of Reynosa, and McAllen is approximately 70 miles (110 km) west of the Gulf of Mexico. As of the 2010 census the city's population was 129,877, and the population of the McAllen–Edinburg–Mission metropolitan area was 774,769. As of 2016, the city population was estimated to be 142,212. It is the fifth most populous metropolitan area in the state of Texas, and the bi-national Reynosa–McAllen Metropolitan Area counts a population of nearly 1.5 million.
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Earth Born Market is a specialty farmer's market committed to locally grown, fresh, whole, raw, natural and organic foods. Most of Earth Born's produce is 100% USDA certified organic and is grown by its affiliate company, South Tex Organics in Mission, Texas. Anything not grown by South Tex Organics is sourced from local farms in the Rio Grande Valley or from suppliers of the highest quality produce. Earth Born is known for its fresh squeezed citrus juices, and has recently added specialty cold-pressed juices to its list of product offerings. All of the juices are unpasteurized, and have no added sugars or preservatives. Earth Born offers the freshest local, raw honey. Bee keepers place their hives in Earth Born's USDA certified organic citrus groves to produce the best orange blossom honey you will ever find.
Enjoy the smells and sample their fresh locally grown citrus and honey. The orchard is on site and we were able to pick and taste fresh kumquats. A great experience that we highly recommend.
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The International Museum of Art & Science is a Smithsonian Affiliate and fully accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. IMAS is the premier art and science museum of South Texas and contains over 50,000 square feet of exhibit space. The IMAS galleries host a number of revolving art and science exhibits each year. The museum provides a unique opportunity for visitors to participate in hands-on science exhibits and to learn about original works of art while encouraging creativity and innovation. The IMAS permanent collection includes more than 2,000 natural history and geology specimens and 4,500 folk art and textile objects. The 1,500 fine art works in the permanent collection reflect many countries and artistic movements beyond Mexico, dating from the 16th century to the present. Current Hours and Admission Rates ($1): http://theimasonline.org/
I love going to museums and I have been to museums all over the world. This one in McAllen will definitely not disappoint. The art side of the museum changes exhibits frequently. They bring in excellent exhibits. The science side is sure to make young kids fascinated with science and biology. Great place to visit with children and adults. Great place to just enjoy yourself for a few hours. While it is not a big museum by NY or Chicago standards, it is a very good museum and well curated with what is shown on a revolving basis.
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La Plaza Mall is the premier shopping destination in the Rio Grande Valley and features over 1,200,000 square feet of upscale and mainstream retail space with retailers that include BCBGMAXAZRIA, Marciano, Michael Kors and Pandora, as well as more traditional retailers like Express, American Eagle Outfitters, Victoria’s Secret and Aéropostale. La Plaza Mall completed the expansion and renovation of its new food court, La Plaza Cafes. Eateries include Zushi, Green Leafs Beyond Great, Charley’s Subs and more. Conveniently situated at the intersection of 10th Street and Expressway 83, just 5 miles from the U.S. – Mexico border, La Plaza Mall is home to over 150 specialty retailers.
One of the best malls remaining in the country, we.re certain. We were blown away by the size, selection of stores, cleanliness and energy of this mall. We are from Omaha, Neb., where the rinky dink shopping options and failed malls are very sad. We ventured over on a trip to Costco in Pharr and were so impressed. Good for McAllen, the Valley and neighbors in Mexico for supporting this great experience. It was nice to be out for a few hours in this pandemic to such a vibrant, lively setting. Virtually no empty storefronts — unheard of these days in malls.
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