The Health Museum

The Health Museum Take a larger-than-life look at the human body & discover the science of YOU Active and retired personnel receive half-off admission for up to four people.

The Health Museum is Houston's most interactive science learning center and a member institution of the world-renowned Texas Medical Center. The Health Museum is the most visited museum of its kind in the country totaling more than 180,000 visitor experiences annually, and over 2.6 million visitors and counting since its inception in 1996. Located in the heart of the city's rich and varied Museum

District, The Health Museum's mission is to foster wonder and curiosity about health, medical science and the human body. General admission to The Health Museum is free for children two and under; $8 for children 3 to 12 years old and seniors 65 and above; $10 for adults; and free from 2 pm to 7 pm on Thursdays for families. General admission also provides access to the museum’s multiple exhibits. For more information about The Health Museum visit thehealthmuseum.org.

Join us for an amazing September at The Health Museum! 🤩🩸Support a lifesaving cause at the Blood Drive on September 3rd ...
09/02/2026

Join us for an amazing September at The Health Museum! 🤩

🩸Support a lifesaving cause at the Blood Drive on September 3rd with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center!

🔬Join us for SCI Café: Where Science & Communities Interact on September 5th to explore “Nano & Microplastics: Tiny Plastics, Bigger Impacts!”

🫀Get in touch with your inner scientist during Doc Dissections! Explore organ anatomy under the guidance of a medical professional and museum science educator.

🎨Experience INNERsections: Burnout on September 6th, a powerful live music & art performance exploring the realities of burnout with voices from healthcare.

🌠Looking for a memorable experience for your Girl Scout troop? Join us for the Girl Scout Overnight at The Health Museum for a night full of discovery!

🎤Join us for INNERsections: PATHS on September 21st for a half-day of short films, panel discussions, a sound bath, and a sensory friendly arts activity.

🎬INNERsections: And We Rest On Giants presented by the T.R.U.T.H project features an award-winning documentary on aging with HIV followed by a panel conversation with doctors, survivors, and thrivers.

For more details:
https://thehealthmuseum.org/upcoming-events/

09/02/2026

Nano and microplastics are all around us, but what do we actually know about them? Join us September 5th at The Health Museum for SCI Café and hear from experts about these tiny particles and the science behind them. 🌎

RSVP for this FREE event to [email protected]

09/01/2026

Science, adventure, and a night at the museum! The Girl Scout Overnight at The Health Museum on September 11th is packed with hands-on activities, real-world skills, and experiences you won’t get during a typical museum visit. 🔬🌙

Grab your troop and join us for a night to remember. Register today:
https://thehealthmuseum.org/programs/scout/girlscouts/

Girl Scout Overnight is back! Join us at The Health Museum for a night of first aid training, science labs, and museum e...
09/01/2026

Girl Scout Overnight is back! Join us at The Health Museum for a night of first aid training, science labs, and museum exploration after dark. Bring your troop and get ready for an unforgettable advent

Learn more:
https://thehealthmuseum.org/programs/scout/girlscouts/

09/01/2026

An overdose can happen in seconds, but so can saving a life. Take action and learn the signs so you can be prepared in an emergency.



Sources:

National Harm Reduction Coalition, “Opioid Overdose Basics”
Boston University Medical Campus, “Overdose Education”

Burnout doesn’t happen all at once. It can be a slow slide into exhaustion, and this Sunday, we’re bringing that convers...
08/31/2026

Burnout doesn’t happen all at once. It can be a slow slide into exhaustion, and this Sunday, we’re bringing that conversation to the stage.

Join us for Burnout: A Music & Picture Show, part of The Health Museum’s InnerSections series. This powerful live performance by Laura Spector blends original music, storytelling, projected images, and voices from healthcare to explore the emotional toll of overwork. 🎨

After the performance, stay for a conversation with the artist, healthcare workers, and psychologists about stress, resilience, and care in our lives and communities. Don’t miss this performance and discussion. 🎤

Get your tickets today:
https://thehealthmuseum.org/events/innersections/

Meet the Exhibition Winners of The Fatherhood Effect. Congratulations to these six artists! Each artist brings a unique ...
08/30/2026

Meet the Exhibition Winners of The Fatherhood Effect. Congratulations to these six artists! Each artist brings a unique perspective and creative voice to the conversation around fatherhood, family, and community. Experience The Fatherhood Effect now on view at The Health Museum. 🖼️🌟

And just like that, summer scouting is a wrap! Over the summer, The Health Museum hosted 48 Scouts BSA classes featuring...
08/28/2026

And just like that, summer scouting is a wrap! Over the summer, The Health Museum hosted 48 Scouts BSA classes featuring 27 different merit badges! We loved watching Scouts get hands-on, take on new challenges, and build skills. Thanks for spending your summer learning and exploring with us! ☀️

The learning isn't over! Sign up for fall classes:
https://thehealthmuseum.org/programs/scout/bsa/

08/27/2026

AI isn't just about the future of tech, it's evolving healthcare. Let's explore how AI is quietly transforming modern medicine in ways that are changing lives right now! 🫀🥼



Sources:
U.S. Food and Drug Administration, “Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Drug Development”
National Academy of Medicine, “Generative Artificial Intelligence in Health and Medicine: Opportunities and Responsibilities for Transformative Innovation”
Schots BS, et al. “Deep Learning for Electrocardiogram Interpretation: Bench to Bedside. European Journal of Clinical Investigation.” 2025.
American Diabetes Association, “Standards of Care in Diabetes” (AI-assisted diabetic retinopathy screening)
U.S. Food and Drug Administration, “Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)-Enabled Medical Devices”

08/26/2026

There’s always something new to discover at The Health Museum! Explore interactive exhibits, get hands-on with science, and see the human body in a whole new way. Come explore with us! 🔬🧠

Get your tickets today:
https://thehealthmuseum.org/visit/

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1515 Hermann Drive
Houston, TX
77004

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Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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