Family and Children's Activities

In general, Texas is not known as a ‘high-tech’ state. However, during the Space Race of the 1960s, Houston secured its place in the technology field with the role played by Space Center Houston.

Kids are always fascinated when money is coined and printed. The US Mint offers tours in Washington, D.C. and Denver, CO. The Bureau of Engraving and Printing prints paper money and provides tours in Washington, D.C., and Fort Worth, Texas.

Head to the Texas shore to attend san-sculpture school. At South Padre Island, sign up for a private workshop from local sand wizards Sons of the Beach. After you master their "modified drip" technique, your family can create its own masterpieces on any beach you visit. Check out www.sonsofabeach.com. In California, check out www.kirkrademaker.com. (Or, do a Google search on "sandcastle sculpture school")