The Mayborn Museum Complex celebrates the natural science and cultural history of Central Texas. This 143,000-square-foot building on the Baylor University campus sparkles with numerous vibrant exhibits and compelling hands-on activities for the whole family to enjoy over and over again.
Parking Lot Changes
Big changes are coming to the Mayborn this spring! Construction on the Mayborn's parking lot will begin during the week of December 11, 2023, as we prepare to install three life-sized, bronze, Colombian Mammoths. The parking entrance will be permanently relocated the week of February 5 to the East end of the current lot. Visitors traveling East on University Parks Drive will drive past the front entrance of the Mayborn Museum and take the turn around at the Simpson Center. The parking lot will be accessible through an entrance between the Simpson Center and the Mayborn Museum.
Mayborn’s Mammoth Masquerade
Join us for an evening of elegance, discovery, and boundless inspiration at the Mayborn’s Mammoth Masquerade, presented by H-E-B. Let's ignite curiosity and pave the way for the future of the Mayborn Museum! Secure your spot now and be part of this unforgettable journey through time.
Exhibits
Sure to be a hit for all visitors are the Waco at the Crossroads of Texas Natural History Exhibits.
The 9 wood frame buildings that make up the Gov. Bill and Vara Daniel Historic Village continue the crossroads of Texas theme outdoors.
Inspired by Central Texas stories, Baylor research, and natural phenomena, this exciting collection will encourage individual discovery and an appreciation for the natural world.