Sponsored by H-E-B
About Texas Recycles Day
Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary invites you to celebrate Texas Recycles Day sponsored by H-E-B on November 15, 16, and 17, 2024! Each visitor who brings a plastic bottle or single-use plastic bag from any retailer receives FREE admission.
Help us conserve and protect Our Texas, Our Future as you connect with nature in our 289-acre nature preserve, experience seasonal exhibits such as Dinosaurs Live! (open now through 2/17/25), and explore our indoor museum.
About Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
The Heard is a private 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and depends on volunteers, admissions, memberships, donations and grants to fulfill its mission to bring nature and people together. The Heard was founded in 1967 by Bessie Heard when she was 80 years old. Throughout her life, she witnessed the expansion of the Metroplex and foresaw the need to preserve a place where future generations could experience nature. Today, the Heard’s mission is carried out through education, particularly of young people, which emphasizes an appreciation of nature and its conservation.
Save time in line! Get your ticket now so you’ll be able to have your e-ticket ready to scan at the door for check-in (along with your recyclable).
Members-Only Pre-Sale
September 7-21
Heard members save $1 per ticket during the Members-Only Pre-Sale.
Tickets will be available to the public beginning September 22 while supplies last.
Special Halloween tickets are required for all guests, including Heard Museum Members.
Present a plastic bottle or single-use plastic bag from any retailer to receive FREE admission. Without recyclable item, our regular general admission fee applies.
If you don’t have any at home, consider helping to clean some up from around the community!
November 15 & 16: 9 A.M. – 5 P.M.
November 17: 1 P.M. – 5 P.M.
Note: Guests will not be granted entry to Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary after 4 p.m.
Visit our events calendar to learn more about other optional program offerings.
Please note that, for safety reasons, the Dinosaur Trail of Treats and Ghost Town are closed from 7-9 p.m. Please respect our volunteers and do not attempt to enter these areas during this time.
Help us keep our nature preserve clean and pick up your trash. Recycle water bottles, cans, and other recyclable items in the blue bins or inside the museum.
Heard Museum Members do not need an event ticket to attend Texas Recycles Day.
Present a plastic bottle or single-use plastic bag from any retailer receives FREE admission. Without recyclable item, our regular general admission fee applies. Save time in line and get your ticket now.
The Heard has a 289-acre nature preserve. Dress appropriately for the weather and walking uneven trails (wear appropriate shoes). You may wish to wear bug spray.
Help us keep our sanctuary clean and pick up your trash. Recycle water bottles, cans and other recyclable items in the blue bins or inside the museum.
To learn more about how to be a good Heard guest, please read our Rules and FAQs.
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