3.5 This is a great…read morelittle museum for the little ones but not much here for adults. There's a room with live animals, fish and even bees. Then there's a hall with rocks and gemstones. Then there were some stuff animals, bones and replicas. The final section was local Texas history. It didn't take long to see it all. They were also setting up a née display so many displays were empty. Bathrooms are in the meeting Hal next door and parking was ample.

Fabulous place with fabulous people!!…read more They promote and preserve the Brazos Valley heritage and do a fantastic job presenting their artifacts! The exhibit openings are fun!! The expert presenters are interesting and informative! If you've not been you need to see this place!

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.

I was in the area and had a couple hours to kill with my 6 year old and decided to come here. I'm…read morereally glad I didn't read the others reviews before coming because I may not have decided to come in. I knew it was small and not some big museum like some of the others, so maybe my expectations weren't as high as some of the other reviewers prior to going. We got there right as they opened, and we had the place to ourselves for the first hour or so that we were here. My 6 year old loved the play areas, which may not have been as fun if it wasn't just her in the facility. They had a fun paint station and coloring station as well that she had a good time with. The price isn't high, so for what you pay I felt it was definitely worth it and somewhere to burn off some of her energy that didn't involve being outside in the Texas heat and humidity. I'd definitely stop in again if I was in the area and there wasn't many people there.

I brought my grands today. It was dirty, dusty and things…read morewere broken. 2 employees sat at the desk eating and visiting the whole time we were here. Art supplies not replenished and baseboards were gross and behind the climbing area is gross!!!! The light on checkout stand has been broke all summer. Not acceptable!!!

This gallery is on the second floor of the Student Center building. It's pretty simple with two or…read morethree rooms of exhibits, but they have an unusual and spectacular collection. On this visit there was a temporary exhibition of glass paperweights. You might think you've seen enough of those at antique malls, but the artistry and quality of this collection is pretty amazing. There were so many display cases well lit to show off the colors and geometry, some with figures or historical designs, many abstract decorative pieces, all pretty stunning works of art. But even more breathtaking is a new acquisition of an antique diorama made entirely of carved bovine bones representing Chinese pagodas with stands of bamboo and trees, numerous figures in the gardens fishing, flying kites, or other activities, all in roughly 1/48 scale. Everything is so intricately detailed you could stare at it for hours admiring the artistry and time it must have taken to finish. And you'll be pulled in by the stories told by each figure going about his business in such a marvelous setting. This gallery presumably changes regularly so I would definitely go back again. Their collection includes glass objects by Tiffany, paintings, and more. The admission was free when I visited on a Saturday, which was appreciated. There's some difficulty parking since it's on campus with complicated one-way streets and the only option may be the nearby garage that appears to charge $3 an hour, but it's worth it!

From the owner: The Forsyth Galleries showcase an important collection of late 19th- and early 20th-century glass…read moreand American paintings.

This museum is a treasure! I took my 16 year old grandson and he throughly enjoyed it as much as I…read moredid. We learned a lot that we did not know. It definitely made an impression on my grandson. It was worth the trip for sure and we both highly recommend it.

Came here for the first time with my kids. I honestly don't know much or the specifics of the wars…read morethat happened in our past, but this musuem had a simple setup that did an amazing job explaining a lot of their history as well as showcasing their equipment and supplies. The admission tickets are so cheap. There's a small gift shop as you enter and start your tour. The overall place isn't as big as you think, you can fly by everything without reading within 20-30mins, but if you wanna stop and read everything then prepare to be there for over an hour. There's a lot of awesome materials and display. I was also told that all the tanks on display are actually operational and every so often are driven outside during events. Definitely recommend to experience this with the family. Lots of cool souvenirs in the gift shop to take home. The staff member is super nice and informational. They give discount to current and former military. The parking is huge so you shouldn't have a problem finding a stall.

2021 April Soooo not really a business, but worth a mention!…read moreChappell hill bluebonnet festival!! Perfect weather...perfect place!! Once a year, Along the streets of the small city of chapel hill...is a cozy little area to look at booth after booth after booth of crafts, foods, hot sauces, and other homemade goodies!! the people are extremely polite and fun to talk to...alcohol is located throughout the area with a few scattered ATM machines. Free to get in, you can spend a few hours out there....live music and good times!! Love it

Review #3 - This festival is nothing less than Texas AWESOME! My mom would bring us here as kids…read moreand I loathed being drug here. However this was my first time back in probably over 20 year and they have TONS of things geared towards kids now. I'd be a happy kid! Anything under the sun "festival" will be found here. I was hoping to see more Bluebonnet art, but unlike 20 some odd years years ago it's more commercialized now, just think any festival you go to with "some" bluebonnet stuff mixed it. Home decor, yard art, Texas art, graphic tees, clothes, make your own potpourri, candles, jewelry, festival memorabilia,everything! And let's not forget about festival food! Lots of it! Adult beverages can be found everywhere. You can also get a glimpse into Chappell Hill history by going into the Historical Society building and other buildings along Main St. There is a kids section of carnival rides and face painting for those who have kids in tow. Parking as of this year is $5 and contrary to review number 1 - apparently they have it covered now because there were zero issues. Tip 1 - I would suggest arriving first thing in the morning to avoid any congestion. Tip 2 - There are TONS of yard art vendors. Shop around before you impulse buy. Several venders are much cheaper than the venders at the very start of the festival off Main and 290. Tip 3 - Some venders (not all) only take cash - so bring it! There is an ATM in the Historical Society building....unless they move it. Tip 4 - I laughed when I saw women toting around carts and wagons without kids. But I soon found that they were the smart ones! I bought so much cheap yard art that I could hardly carry it. Who's laughing now. Not me!! Lesson learned - bring something to carry your crap once you buy! You'll be happy you did! Enjoy!!!