





Children's Museums
Ellis County Museum
📍 201 S College St, Waxahachie, TX 75165🕐 Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 12–4 PM |
About Ellis County Museum
Quaint museum with a yearly home tour. Local museum showcasing the county's heritage, through photographs, historic documents & home tours. The Ellis County Museum is housed in the oldest building in historic Downtown Waxahachie, constructed in 1889. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 95 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Natural History Museum
- Location
- Historic Downtown Waxahachie, TX
- Admission
- Free
- Best For
- All ages
- Notable Feature
- Housed in 1889 building, 130+ years of history
💡 Did You Know?
- The Ellis County Museum is housed in the oldest building in historic Downtown Waxahachie, constructed in 1889
- The museum features visual and interactive displays covering over 130 years of Ellis County local history
- Admission to the Ellis County Museum is completely free
- The museum recently unveiled refreshed exhibits with newly displayed local history
💬 What Visitors Say
- Take advantage of the free admission to explore the newly refreshed exhibits covering over 130 years of Ellis County history at your own pace without budget constraints
- Start your visit by learning about Waxahachie's rich local heritage and early settler stories in the main exhibits before exploring the children's activity area, especially if visiting with family
- Don't miss the historic 1889 building itself—it's the oldest building in downtown Waxahachie and adds architectural and historical context to your museum experience
- Plan to visit during the Gingerbread Trail Tour of Homes (June 6-7, 2026) to combine museum exploration with guided discovery of other historic properties in the beautiful downtown area
- Bring children to the dedicated children's activity area to make the extensive Ellis County history exhibits more interactive and engaging for younger visitors
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