Woodson Research Center, Houston

Name: Woodson Research Center
Address: Houston, United States

#104 among attractions in Houston

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Woodson Research Center is an archive located in Fondren Library at Rice University in Houston, Texas. The Center is named for Benjamin N. Woodson and houses the special collections of Rice University's Fondren Library which includes manuscript collections, rare books, and the Rice University archives. Within the manuscript collections, there are archives focused on specific collecting areas, which include the Houston Asian American Archive, the Houston Folk Music Archive, and the Houston Jewish History Archive. ()

Coordinates: 29°43'4"N, 95°24'1"W

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Inner Loop (University Place)Houston United States

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Woodson Research Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Museum of Natural Science, Houston Zoo, McGovern Lake.

0.8 miNE
Complex with a renowned art collection
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
21 min walk • The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH), is one of the most prominent cultural institutions in the United States, located in the heart of Houston, Texas. A beacon of artistic expression and heritage, the museum boasts an extensive collection that spans more than 6,000...
0.7 miNE
Renowned dinosaur hall and butterfly house
Houston Museum of Natural Science, Houston
17 min walk • The Houston Museum of Natural Science, a cornerstone of cultural and educational experiences in Houston, Texas, stands as a testament to the city's commitment to science education. This prestigious institution, founded in 1909, is located in the heart of Houston's...
0.5 miE
Outdoor activities, Park, Zoo
Houston Zoo, Houston
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Houston, the Houston Zoo stands as a cherished natural oasis in the bustling city. Home to over 6,000 animals from 900 species, the zoo sprawls across 55 acres of lush, landscaped grounds in Hermann Park, offering visitors a chance to connect...
0.5 miE
Lake
McGovern Lake, Houston
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Houston, McGovern Lake stands as a serene oasis amidst the bustling energy of Texas's most populous city. This picturesque body of water offers a tranquil escape for city dwellers and visitors alike, with its smooth surface reflecting the clear...
0.7 miE
Nightlife, Music and shows, Music venue
Miller Outdoor Theatre, Houston
18 min walk • Miller Outdoor Theatre is an outdoor theater for the performing arts in Houston, Texas. It is located on approximately 7.5 acres of land in Hermann Park, at 6000 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, Texas 77030.
0.8 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Contemporary Arts Museum Houston, Houston
21 min walk • Contemporary Arts Museum Houston is a not-for-profit institution in the Museum District, Houston, Texas, founded in 1948, dedicated to presenting contemporary art to the public.
0.8 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Garden
Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden, Houston
22 min walk • The Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden is a sculpture garden located at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston in Houston, Texas, United States.
0.9 miE
Museum, Science museum, Specialty museum
The Health Museum, Houston
23 min walk • The John P. McGovern Museum of Health and Medical Science, or The Health Museum in short, is a museum in the Museum District of Houston, Texas. The museum is a member institution of the Texas Medical Center.
0.7 miE
Park
Hermann Park, Houston
17 min walk • Hermann Park is a 445-acre urban park in Houston, Texas, situated at the southern end of the Museum District. The park is located immediately north of the Texas Medical Center and Brays Bayou, east of Rice University, and slightly west of the Third Ward.
0.9 miNE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Houston
23 min walk • St. Paul's United Methodist Church is a congregation of the United Methodist Church, founded in 1906 and located in Houston, Texas, in the city's Museum District. St. Paul's is known for its traditional style of worship as embodied by its renowned choir.
0.8 miE
Park, Garden
McGovern Centennial Gardens, Houston
21 min walk • McGovern Centennial Gardens is a collection of gardens in Hermann Park, in Houston, Texas, United States.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Woodson Research Center?

Nearby attractions include Fondren Library, Houston (1 min walk), Lynn R. Lowrey Arboretum, Houston (3 min walk), Rice University, Houston (5 min walk), Autry House, Houston (7 min walk).

How to get to Woodson Research Center by public transport?

The nearest stations to Woodson Research Center:

Light rail

Memorial Hermann Hospital/Houston Zoo • Lines: Red (8 min walk)
Hermann Park/Rice U • Lines: Red (11 min walk)

Bus

Shelter C • Lines: 2211 (11 min walk)
TMC Transit Center (25 min walk)

Train

Kinder Station (17 min walk)
M. D. Anderson Station (19 min walk)