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Company Overview

• Name: Children's Museum Houston

• Mission: Transform communities through innovative, child-centered learning that improves the trajectories of all children.

• Founded: No information is available

• Founders: No information is available

• Key People:

• Jason Endecott, President

• Brad Morgan, Past President

• Saul Solomon, Treasurer

• Paula McCann Harris, Secretary

• Jeffrey Scofield, Co-VP of Board Activities

• Andrew Sarofim, Co-VP of Board Activities

• Jonathan Sloan, VP of Contributed Income & President Elect

• Dr. Catherine Horn, VP of Education

• Pamela Joubert-Davis, VP of Operations

• Charlene Pate, VP of Special Initiatives

• Alison Powell, VP of Strategic Planning

• Dr. Robert McCallister, Member At Large

• Chris Joseph, Member At Large

• Headquarters: 1500 Binz St, Houston, TX 77004

• Number of Employees: No information is available

• Revenue: No information is available

• Known For: Interactive exhibits, educational experiences, child-centered learning initiatives

Products

• What They Offer:

• Exhibits:

• Description:

• Experiential learning opportunities through various world-class exhibits.

• Key Features:

• Hands-on, bilingual (English and Spanish) exhibits covering science, environment, culture, math, and arts.

• SECRET Spy Game:

• Description:

• Interactive game that encourages problem-solving and critical thinking.

• Key Features:

• Mission-based, enhances learning through fun and engagement.

• Birthday Parties:

• Description:

• Hosting services for children's birthday parties.

• Key Features:

• Easy setup, various educational and entertaining activities available.

• Fresh Café:

• Description:

• A café offering nutritious food options for all ages.

• Key Features:

• Health-focused menu suitable for families.

• Fiddle Sticks Toys:

• Description:

• In-house toy store with a variety of educational toys.

• Key Features:

• Guaranteed best prices and high-quality educational toys.

Recent Developments

• New Hours Announcement (Feb 16, 2024):

• Starting Date: March 19, 2024

• New Hours: Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday to Sunday. Also open 7 days a week from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

• Free Family Night Thursdays: Remain the same, from 5 to 8 p.m.

• Impact: Aims to provide better service based on public feedback.

• Construction and Renovations:

• K-13 Construction (Sept 4, 2024):

• Dates: Sept. 9 to 27, 2024

• Details: Reimagining the lower level and PowerTower with innovative material for enhanced experience.

• General Construction Updates (Aug 6, 2024):

• Ongoing work to transform spaces for better visitor experience.

• New Exhibits and Features:

• Two New Exhibits Opened (July 13, 2024 and June 6, 2023):

• Details: Interactive and educational experiences tailored for children.

• Ultimate Science Project (May 13, 2024):

• Details: Involvement of children in choosing and developing science projects.

• Community Programs and Events:

• Fiestas Patrias and Hispanic Heritage Month (Aug 22, 2024):

• Details: Celebration with bilingual workshops and cultural activities.

• Break Free Experience (Aug 21, 2024):

• Details: Series of performances and workshops inspired by breakdancing.

• Post Hurricane Beryl Relief (July 10-11, 2024):

• Details: Providing interactive educational activities for affected families.

• Free Back-to-School Vaccinations (July 22, 2024):

• Collaboration: Texas Children’s Pediatrics and Ronald McDonald House Charities.

• Annual Fundraising Gala (Oct 26, 2024):

• Event: The Noir Ball - A Celebration of Haunted Elegance.

• Details: Fundraising event with dinner, auction, and dance. All proceeds support museum programming.

Contact Information

• Address: 1500 Binz St, Houston, TX 77004

• Phone: (713) 522-1138

• Media Inquiries: Henry Yau, hyau@cmhouston.org