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Dallas museum welcomes visitors for limited summer reopening
By CBS Texas at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
The Dallas Museum of Natural History has reopened for the first time in 14 years, welcoming visitors for the next five Sundays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The 90‑year‑old museum features wildlife and landscape exhibits from across Texas, offering a look at scenes many people rarely experience. Supporte...
Key takeaway The 90‑year‑old museum features wildlife and landscape exhibits from across Texas, offering a look at scenes many people rarely experience.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The Dallas Museum of Natural History's limited summer reopening has significant implications for Southlake residents, who now have a unique opportunity to explore the 90-year-old museum's Texas-centric exhibits. Given the museum's proximity to Southlake, this reopening may attract local families and nature enthusiasts looking for a short drive to experience the state's diverse wildlife and landscapes. As the museum embarks on a renewed effort to preserve and share its history, Southlake residents may be eager to support this cultural institution and potentially forge partnerships between the museum and local organizations. The museum's five-Sunday reopening schedule may also encourage Southlake visitors to plan day trips to Dallas, boosting local tourism and economic activity in the region. With its rich natural history exhibits, the museum's reopening is a welcome addition to the cultural landscape of the Dallas-Fort Worth area, including Southlake.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The Dallas Museum of Natural History has reopened for the first time in 14 years, welcoming visitors for the next five Sundays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The 90‑year‑old museum features wildlife and landscape exhibits from across Texas, offering a look at scenes many people rarely experience. Supporte...
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