Living an inspired life is easy when you’re part of a Taylor Morrison community. Our communities are brimming with amenities and near many things to do. If by chance you can’t make up your mind, we have an idea to help. Go out for an adventure to see some interesting art, learn a thing or two, and make lifelong memories. The best part is, we’ve done the work for you and compiled this list of amazing museums in just about every region of the country. So scroll down to your area and get to sightseeing near your beautiful new construction home today.
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CALIFORNIA
Sacramento
Near California’s capital city, residents of our new homes in Rocklin can enjoy Sacramento’s endless supply of interesting, historical and fun museums.
Sacramento History Museum
Explore Sacramento’s Underground or experience the thrill of the historical Gold Rush. There’s something to delight and entertain every family member at the Sacramento History Museum.
101 I Street
Old Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 808-7059
California Museum
You won’t be bored in the California Museum. From immigrants telling stories of coming to California, a ghost who relives California’s history from the Gold Rush onward, or how Hollywood has shaped California’s perception, a Saturday is well spent exploring these exhibits.
1020 O Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 653-7524
Fairytale Town
A staple for four generations of California children, Fairytale Town offers fun for everyone with 26 playsets based on nursery rhymes and fairytales, a flock of friendly farm animals, and two stages for performing arts.
3901 Land Park Drive,
Sacramento, CA 95822
(916) 808-5233
Bay Area
San Jose | Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum
Explore Egypt’s fascinating history at the home of the largest collection of Egyptian artifacts on exhibit in western North America. Learn more about the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum.
1660 Park Avenue
San Jose, CA 95126
East Bay | Pacific Pinball Museum
Plan a affordable day of fun while you play over 90 pinball machines. The Pacific Pinball Museum includes rare bagatelles and early games from the 1940s to present day.
1510 Webster Street
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 769-1349
Southern California
Original McDonald’s Site and Museum
If you’ve seen Michael Keeton’s movie The Founder about McDonald’s very first location, this museum is a must-see. Inside, you’ll find interesting articles and bold murals detailing the fast food chain’s history.
Original McDonald’s Site and Museum
1398 N E St.
San Bernardino, CA 92405-4529
ARIZONA
Phoenix
Musical Instrument Museum
As one of the top-rated museums in Phoenix and top 15 in the nation, the Musical Instrument Museum provides a unique experience for every age as they bring instruments from around the world to life.
4725 E. Mayo Blvd.
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(480) 478-6000
COLORADO
Denver
Molly Brown House Museum
If you’re a Titanic enthusiast, this museum will be just what you need on a cold Saturday. Saved from demolition in 1970, hear the exciting story of Margaret Brown, the Denver-native Titanic heroine and activist, on your guided tour through the museum.
Molly Brown House Museum
1340 Pennsylvania St.
Denver, CO 80203
TEXAS
Austin
Cathedral of Junk
One man’s trash is another man’s treasure…literally. The Cathedral of Junk, located near our Austin communities, is tucked in the backyard of a small house on the south side and holds thrift store treasures in unique architectural figurations. Make sure to check this one off your bucket list!
4422 Lareina Drive,
Austin, Texas, 78745
By appointment only (512) 299-7413
Dallas
A thriving metropolis, there are many exciting museums and attractions just waiting for you to visit in Dallas.
- Get a strike at the International Bowling Museum and Hall of Fame
- Saddle up and learn about the women of the American West at the National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame
- Spend an ultimate gamer’s day out at the National Video Game Museum
Houston
Lonestar Flight Museum
Take to the skies and explore the evolution of flight and how Texas has played a role. With STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) focused learning opportunities, it’s a great experience for kids and adults alike at the Lonestar Flight Museum!
11551 Aerospace Ave.
Houston, TX 77034
(346) 708-2517
Toll free: 1-888-FLY-LSFM (359-5736)
ILLINOIS
Chicago
Museum of Science & Industry
From experiencing a real submarine to discovering the fascinating science of storms, to the enthralling and interactive must-see Great Train Story exhibit, the Museum of Science & Industry has been sparking scientific learning and creativity since 1933.
5700 S Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60637
FLORIDA
Jacksonville
Ritz Theatre and Museum
Put on the Ritz and head to Jacksonville’s Ritz Theatre and Museum. Here, you’ll learn about “The Harlem of the South” and experience the many facets that make up the historical and cultural legacy of the community.
829 North Davis Street
Jacksonville, FL 32202
(904) 807-2010
Orlando
Established by a couple with a habit of bringing exotic plants back from their travels, your loved ones will delight in the 50-acre botanical oasis just minutes from Orlando.
Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 North Forest Avenue
Orlando, FL
(407) 246-2620
Tampa
Henry Bradley Plant Museum
Since the 1800s and the ability to travel long distance by railroad, people have looked to Tampa as a vacation destination. This charming museum, set in a beautiful Victorian-style hotel built in late 1880, displays the early days of Tampa and how it grew from a sleepy town to a top destination.
Henry Bradley Plant Museum
401 W. Kennedy Boulevard
Tampa, FL 33606
(813) 254-1891
Sarasota
John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Stop by this gorgeous Venetian mansion, built by John Ringling and managed by Florida State University, to see the incredibly unique artifacts and hear the famous tale of the Ringling circus. It’s a fun, one-of-a-kind museum for everyone.
John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
5401 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota, FL 34243
(941) 359-5700
Fort Myers & Naples
Edison Ford Winter Estates
Take a walk-through history and tour the estates where two of America’s greatest inventors, Thomas Edison and Henry Ford, wintered with their families. Your ticket also includes more than 20 acres of historical buildings and gardens, including the 1928 Edison Botanical Research Library. It’s a leisurely few hours well spent on a weekend.
Edison Ford Winter Estates
2350 McGregor Blvd.
Fort Myers, FL 33901
(239) 334-7419
GEORGIA
Atlanta
Trader Vic’s
A dining experience like no other, at Trader Vic’s, you and your family can Taste The World® and enjoy subtle, smoky flavors from the Chinese wood-fired ovens in dishes like Indonesian rack of lamb or tender and juicy BBQ Spare Ribs.
255 Courtland St NE
Atlanta, GA 30303
THE CAROLINAS
For nature lovers, outdoor adventures abound in the Carolinas. In Charlotte, Big Rock Nature Preserve is home to 7,000-year-old boulders used as a campsite and observation point by generations of American Indians; in Raleigh, behind the North Carolina Museum of Art, a quaint, hobbit-style hut called the Cloud Chamber for the Trees and Sky is home to a camera obscura, a medieval optics trick that projects a mirror image of the outside inside the light-tight space. It’s a truly enchanting sight you’ll want to experience for yourself.
Experience Life Your Way
No matter how you enjoy spending your Saturdays—relaxing on your patio by the cozy outdoor fireplace, enjoying the amenities of your community, or exploring the local museums and attractions—the difference of living in a Taylor Morrison community is clear: we’re here to help you live inspired.
