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Johnny Nelson Katy Heritage Museum
6002 George Bush Drive
281-574-8618
An old-fashioned broad-ax slashed binder-twine was used to officially open the 9,600-square foot Katy Heritage Museum in 2002. Vintage farming equipment and artifacts from Katy’s agricultural and pioneering history are on display, along with scores of old photographs and fascinating antiques. Schools, clubs and groups can make arrangements for special tours.
Admission is free.
Hours of Operation:
Thursday - Saturday: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am - 5:00pm
Katy Veterans Memorial Museum
6206 George Bush Drive
281-391-8387
“The G.I. Joe Museum” is a first-class military exhibit of historical significance encompassing every foreign conflict involving the United States. Special group tours are available on request. Memberships are available and contributions are appreciated.
Admission is free.
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 2:00pm.
Katy Heritage Park & Historical Homes
5990 George Bush Drive
281-377-5710
Established in 2003 as a joint project between the City of Katy and the Katy Heritage Society, Katy Heritage Park is best known for its restored historical buildings, beautiful landscape, and heritage rich activities
year-round.
Visit the park daily from 6:00 am - 9:00 pm. Homes are open for tours the first full weekend of each month from 12PM to 4PM on both Saturday and Sunday. For more information, contact the Katy Heritage Society or visit their website at www.katyheritagesociety.com.
MKT Railroad Depot Museum & Katy Railroad Park
5615 First Street
281-391-8400
This downtown “pocket park” is home to the historic Missouri-Kansas-Texas (MKT) Depot that was built in 1898. The Katy Heritage Society Railroad Museum inside the Depot displays many original elements and explains how the Depot operated as a passenger rail service in Katy until 1957. The Heritage Society’s red caboose is also located on the beautifully landscaped site with benches and a town clock.
Admission is free - donations accepted.
Hours of Operation:
Thursday - Saturday: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am - 5:00pm
