Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary, Natural science museum and wildlife sanctuary in McKinney, US.
The Heard Natural Science Museum spans 289 acres with five miles of hiking trails, wetlands, a native plant garden, and a butterfly house.
Miss Bessie Heard established the museum in 1967 at age 80, beginning with her collection of bird and flower prints gathered throughout her life.
The museum functions as an educational center where visitors participate in bird walks, scout badge workshops, and night hikes throughout the year.
The facility welcomes over 100,000 visitors annually and maintains regular exhibits including native Texas snakes, marine shells, and interactive living labs.
The Texas Nessie Plesiosaur Fossil Exhibit displays an ancient marine predator discovered in the region, adding to the museum's paleontological collection.
GPS coordinates: 33.15840,-96.61530
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:25
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