Location: Nederland
Top Things to do in Nederland
- 1. Museum of the Gulf Coast
- 2. McFaddin-Ward House Museum
- 3. Dutch Windmill Museum
- 4. Snooper's Paradise Antiques
- 5. Tex Ritter Park
- 6. Spindletop - Gladys City Boomtown Museum
- 7. Fire Museum of Texas
- 8. French House ( La Maison Acadienne)
- 9. Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine
- 10. Beaumont Botanical Gardens
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Top 10 Things to do in Nederland, United States
Nederland in United States, from Nouth America region, is best know for History Museums. Discover best things to do in Nederland with beautiful photos and great reviews from traveller around the world here!
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1. Museum of the Gulf Coast
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 91 reviews
The Museum of the Gulf Coast celebrates the biology, history, and unique culture of the southeastern Gulf Coast, covering the region between Houston and New Orleans. There are two floors of exhibits including features on biodiversity, archaeology and paleontology. The first floor focuses on the pre-history and history of the region and the early petroleum industry. The Gulf Coast Hall of Fame includes politicians, filmmakers, and several successful Hollywood actors including Evelyn Keyes (Gone with the Wind) and G.W. Bailey (Police Academy). Animator Kelly Asbury (Beauty and the Beast, Shrek, Spirit), Karen Silkwood, and Major Tom Collins (one of the first pilots to break the sound barrier) have exhibits in this space along with accomplished individuals from many different fields (science, education, politics). There is also a rotating gallery which hosts a new exhibit every four months. The second floor showcases our decorative arts and maritime collections. We also pay tribute to artists, musicians, and athletes who have roots in this area including (but not limited to) Robert Rauschenberg, Janis Joplin, Edgar and Johnny Winter, Jimmy Johnson, and Babe Zaharias. The Museum offers customized tours and a wide variety of educational programming for pre-school children through adults.
Reviewed By Daniel A
We saw the museum on TA. Read the reviews and decided to take it in. We were greeted by the man at the front desk who was very friendly. Even though I am sure he has given the spiel hundreds of times he took time with a thorough overview.
As we went through the various exhibits it was apparent that this was a cut above most small town museums. Everything was well thought out and skillfully displayed. There is something for almost everyone in this facility.
The director came by and spoke with me. I could tell he takes great pride in the place, as he and all the contributors should.
PS. If your an old hippie like me the Janice Joplin exhibit makes it all worthwhile.
2. McFaddin-Ward House Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 110 reviews
The Beaux-Arts Colonial-style house and its furnishings reflect the lifestyle of the prominent rancher's family who struck oil at Spindletop and made it their home for seventy-five years. Today, the museum offers docent-led tours of the house for guests 8-years and older, self-guided tours of the carriage house and gardens, as well as year-round events and programming. Through education and community outreach, the museum reaches a wide range of audiences. From school tours and internship opportunities to educational lectures and activities, the McFaddin-Ward House Museum offers something for everyone. Reservations are highly recommended. Docent-led tours are offered Tuesday through Friday at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. for $5 per person. On Saturdays tours are offered at 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. for $5 per person. Sundays feature a free first-floor tour from 1:00 to 3:00. Call for tour details and reservations.
Reviewed By pnkgirl27 - San Antonio, Texas
Such an amazingly beautiful home! It is a very large dominate home that was wonderful to see. They offer tours and also you can walk the outside grounds if you are pressed for time. The architecture is breathtaking. A very inviting place!Thank you so kindly. We are delighted to have guests who appreciate the house's beauty and history as we do!
3. Dutch Windmill Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By DebiJPeck - Groves, Texas
This precious little town is called Nederland. A quaint town full of shops on Nederland Ave, and some on Boston Ave. Come visit us, wander through town, eat at Sartins for the best Barbeque Crab you've ever had in your life! The Windmill is full of history, beautifully told and well maintained. It tells the story of our beginning.
4. Snooper's Paradise Antiques
Overall Ratings
4 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By s_Zade - Collinsville, Texas
This is a huge place filled with lovely antiques. If that's your thing, you will love it. Nicely decorated & employees are very sweet & helpful.
5. Tex Ritter Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 13 reviews
Uniques museum containing mementos of country singer, Tex Ritter, and a windmill museum.
Reviewed By JamPack1965 - Nederland, Texas
The small park behind the windmill is a must-see when you visit Nederland!! It has gazebos and very interested information on Tex Ritter whom was originally from Nederland before he made it big in music and film.
6. Spindletop - Gladys City Boomtown Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 103 reviews
Museum exhibiting life in Spindletop during the first oil boom.
Reviewed By Michael H
Historical 1900's town pays tribute to the Spindletop gusher oil well -- largest gusher in the world at that time. The well started Texas on the trail to becoming oil country. The population of Beaumont went from 10,000 to 50,000 practically overnight. This is a...MoreThank you for your positive review. We are happy you enjoyed your visit and let others know about it.
7. Fire Museum of Texas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 99 reviews
The Fire Museum of Texas is housed in the historic 1927 Central Fire Station for the City of Beaumont. View interactive exhibits for the entire family that trace the history of the fire service in the state of Texas. Our exhibits explore equipment, trucks and fire fighting methods from the mid-1800s to the present. Perhaps one of the most comprehensive fire museums in the nation our exhibits feature a 1856 Howle Hand Drawn Tub Pumper, a 1909 Ladder Truck and a 1931 REO Light Truck - the first of its kind in the entire world. An interactive Fire Safety House allows children to practice escaping from a house fire.
Reviewed By survivor5804 - Houston, Texas
I didn't go to the museum. I just came for the Roadside America Dalmatian fire hydrant attraction! Most definitely worth the stop! So much so that when we came through for our Florida trip we stopped again to bring my eight year old niece. She loved it. So did the teens in the car who didn't want to stop.
8. French House ( La Maison Acadienne)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Solodam J - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
This wooden house looks very old. The location of the house is at the Tex Ritter Park, next to the Dutch windmill. We didn't go inside as it was closed because of the election day. We took some pictures and walked in the park.
9. Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By 12257mars - Port Arthur, Texas
Even though I live here and pass often, I had never stopped and walked up. But when my sister and brother-in-law visited they wanted a close up look. Walking up you feel the reverence of the grounds. The workmanship on the statue and surrounding structures is stunning. You will leave with a different feeling.
10. Beaumont Botanical Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By Mike-Pam W - Beaumont, Texas
Beautiful and peaceful but because the indoor area is like a walk-through terrarium, it's very warm and humid. The water features and small bridge add to it's beauty. The lush indoor garden area provides exceptional picture taking opportunities. A must-see especially for those who live in Southeast Texas and those who enjoy the peace and tranquility of walking through areas of lush green foliage.
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