Babe Didrikson Zaharias Museum, Beaumont

Name: Babe Didrikson Zaharias Museum
Address: 1750 Interstate 10 E, Beaumont, 77703, United States
Telephone: +1 409-833-4622

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Babe Didrikson Zaharias Museum, Beaumont

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The Babe Didrikson Zaharias Museum & Visitor Center is a museum dedicated to Mildred "Babe" Didrikson Zaharias that is located in Beaumont, Texas. Fronting on Interstate 10, it is freely open to the public Monday through Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm. The museum consists largely of trophies and awards that Zaharias accumulated during her career, as well as memorabilia, newspaper clippings, and photographs. The museum also functions as a visitor center for Beaumont. Money raised by the museum helps fund scholarships for female students at Lamar University. ()

Coordinates: 30°5'48"N, 94°6'51"W

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1750 Interstate 10 EBeaumont 77703 United States

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+1 409-833-4622

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Babe Didrikson Zaharias Museum open?

Babe Didrikson Zaharias Museum is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Babe Didrikson Zaharias Museum?

Nearby attractions include McFaddin-Ward House Museum, Beaumont (17 min walk), Woman's Club of Beaumont Clubhouse, Beaumont (24 min walk), Temple Emanuel, Beaumont (24 min walk).