Mayborn Museum Complex

Mayborn Museum Complex The Mayborn Museum Complex inspires Central Texans to learn and grow.
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Located on the Baylor University campus, the Mayborn Museum Complex features a natural science and cultural history museum focusing on Central Texas with walk-in dioramas including one on the Waco Mammoth Site. In addition to the natural history exhibits, there is a multi-floor discovery center that encourages hands-on learning for all ages as well as a Historic Village. The nine wood frame buildi

ngs that comprise the village, provide a glimpse into the past, bringing to life a community in the 1890s.

05/22/2026

School’s out 🤝 we’ll see you at the Mayborn all summer long ☀️

She’s been waiting 80 million years to make her Waco debut. 🐢 Meet the prehistoric sea turtle coming to the Mayborn this...
05/18/2026

She’s been waiting 80 million years to make her Waco debut. 🐢 Meet the prehistoric sea turtle coming to the Mayborn this summer.

“Sea Monsters Unearthed” opens May 30!

05/14/2026

From late-night study sessions to one last trip to the museum before graduation 💚💛

Wherever life takes you next, we hope you always make time to play.
Good luck, Baylor grads 🎓✨

Special Screenings!This summer, we're screening a special Smithsonian film every Saturday! These full-length documentari...
05/13/2026

Special Screenings!

This summer, we're screening a special Smithsonian film every Saturday! These full-length documentaries highlight important moments, stories, and perspectives from across U.S. history. Screenings take place on select Saturdays and are included with regular museum admission.

Screening Schedule:
May 16, 11:00 AM — A Star-Spangled Story: Battle for America
May 23, 11:00 AM — America in Color: Coming to America
May 30, 11:00 AM — America in Color: Titans of Industry
June 6, 12:00 PM — America in Color: Made in the USA
June 13, 11:00 AM — America in Color: Small Town Life
June 20, 11:00 AM — America's National Parks at 100
June 27, 11:00 AM — America's Secret Space Heroes: Space Shuttle
July 11, 11:00 AM — She The People: Votes For Women
July 25, 11:00 AM — The Day We Walked on the Moon
August 1, 11:00 AM — The Green Book: Guide to Freedom

No screenings on July 5 or July 18. Screenings are included in general admission.

05/08/2026

Happy Mother’s Day weekend from all of us at the Mayborn Museum!

Here’s to making museum memories, answering a million questions, and hearing “mom” approximately 47,000 times a day.

05/07/2026

You said you were just gonna browse…

05/01/2026

We can’t wait for you to see it!

04/29/2026

The Mayborn Museum's new Cultural Crossroads exhibit, telling stories of the people who have lived in the Waco area over centuries, will open to the public Friday.

After years of planning, “Cultural Crossroads” is ready for you! See you Friday!🦬
04/29/2026

After years of planning, “Cultural Crossroads” is ready for you! See you Friday!🦬

“Cultural Crossroads” Opens in One Week🦬After years of planning and months of construction, “Cultural Crossroads” opens ...
04/23/2026

“Cultural Crossroads” Opens in One Week🦬

After years of planning and months of construction, “Cultural Crossroads” opens in one week—bringing the stories of Central Texas to life in an entirely new way.

Join us for Opening Night
Be part of an evening of celebration, music, and community as we gather to mark the opening of “Cultural Crossroads.” Enjoy a live flute performance by Comanche artist Tim Nevaquaya, music from the Baylor Mariachi Band, and gospel selections from Baylor’s Black Gospel Archive. We are honored to celebrate alongside representatives from the Wichita and Comanche tribes, as well as our partners and friends.

Doors open at 6:30 PM with mocktails and appetizers, and the program begins at 7:00 PM. Grab tickets at our link in bio!

Address

1300 S University Parks Drive
Waco, TX
76706

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

Telephone

(254) 710-1110

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