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-AAA, F ~ f~~!lOld City Park-A favorite people place where the nostalgia of yesteryear
lingers in furnished log cabins, turn-of-the-century shops, a Victorian band-
stand on the village green, a drummer's hotel, and Southern colonial man-
sions. Grounds open dawn to sunset. Guided tours (fee) Tues. - Sat. 10 a.m. -
4 p.m.; Sun. 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. At 1717 Gano St. immediately south of down-
town business district.
Palace of Wax/Ripley's Believe It or Not!-See GRAND PRAIRIE
this section.
Parks-Dotted throughout city are 271 parks covering more than 20,000
acres including the Elm Fork Nature Trail.
Pioneer Plaza-4.2-acre plaza between historic Pioneer Cemetery and
Dallas Convention Center features world's largest bronze monument-70
Texas Longhorn steers being driven by three cowboys on horseback.
Features landscape of native plants and flowing river. Between Young and
Griffin Sts.
Reunion Tower-Focal point of the Reunion area, which was a settlement
of French immigrants in the 19th Century. Fifty-story tower features observa-
tion deck (fee), restaurant and revolving lounge; adjacent to glass-tower
Hyatt Regency. Nearby, restored Union Station, c. 1914. Reunion Arena
schedules sporting events, circuses, ice shows, concerts, and rodeos. Just off
1-35 at southwest edge of downtown; Houston St., Reunion Blvd., Sports St.
Six Flags Over Texas-See ARLINGTON this section.
Sixth Floor, The-Permanent, educational exhibition on the life, death and
legacy of President John F. Kennedy. Exhibits feature photographs, artifacts,
30-minute audio tour and six films. Visitor center at the former Texas School
Book Depository has elevators up to the 6th floor. Open Sun. - Fri. 10 a.m. -
6 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Ticket sales stop one hour before closing. At
Houston and Elm Sts. Admission.
Other Kennedy Memorials include historical marker on Houston St. near
Elm St. which marks the spot where President Kennedy was assassinated
during motorcade, Nov. 22, 1963. Cenotaph and Memorial Park at Main and
Market Sts. is landscaped city block with open-style monument dedicated to
the slain President.
Southfork Ranch-See PIANO this section.
State Fair Park-Recognized in 1986 as National Historic Landmark for its
Art Deco architecture. Home of huge annual state exposition; grounds host
millions during three weeks in Sept. and Oct. Rest of the year (except two
weeks before the fair opens) area serves as popular city park, including
attractions listed below:
Age of Steam Museum offers a nostalgic look at the heyday of railroad-
ing. See some of the largest, most powerful locomotives, including the Union
Pacific "Big Boy" No. 4018 steam locomotive; Union Pacific "Centennial" No.
6913, diesel-electric locomotive; and the Pennsylvania Railroad GG-1, No.
4903, electric locomotive. Also Pullman sleeping cars and lounge cars. Gift
shop in 1905 vintage Houston and Texas Central Depot. Museum ownedWest End Historic District in Dallas
and operated by Southwest Railroad Historical Society. Open Thurs. - Fri.
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Sat. - Sun. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Admission. 1105 Washington St.
For information, 214/428-0101
Aquarium is home to a varied collection of more than 375 species of
aquatic animals, including marine and freshwater fish, reptiles, amphibians,
and invertebrates. Special attractions include shark and piranha feedings
daily, except Mon., at 2:30 p.m. on alternating days, and the "World of
Aquatic Diversity" exhibit that features nearly invisible glass catfish and cam-
ouflaged leaffish. Open daily 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Admission.
Cotton Bowl Stadium seats 70,030 for major collegiate football, includ-
ing traditional Texas-Oklahoma game during State Fair in Oct., and the
Cotton Bowl each New Year's.
Civic Garden Center, one of most notable in U.S.; includes 500-seat
auditorium, botanical collections, and 7-acre Southwestern garden. Garden
for the Blind features raised beds of herbs and other plants noted for scents
and textures. Open Tues. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sun. 1 - 5 p.m.
Hall of State is majestic shrine that depicts Texas historical greats in
epic-scale marble and mosaics. Open Tues. - Sat. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sun.
1 - 5 p.m.
Museum of Natural History presents wide collection of native animal
life in authentic habitat groups. Open daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Science Place is filled with more than 250 hands-on exhibits, classes and
programs. Exhibits include the "Gossamer Penguin," the first solar-powered
aircraft; also energy, health, and anatomy exhibits. Includes planetarium.
Open Tues. - Sun. 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. At Grand Ave. entrance to Fair Park.
Admission, and fee for planetarium shows.
Starplex Amphitheater, outdoor amphitheater featuring top entertain-
ment. For information call 214/421-1111.
State Fair Coliseum, seating 7,000, hosts rodeos, horse shows and
sporting events throughout year.
Telephone Pioneer Museum-Past, present and future of telephone
technology captured in such displays as an animated audiovisual presenta-
tion, huge talking telephone, nostalgia exhibits. Open Mon. - Fri. 9:30 a.m. -
4:30 p.m. One Bell Plaza (208 S. Akard).
Thanks-Giving Square-Opened 1977, the interfaith Chapel of
Thanksgiving is regularly site of worship services. Waterfall and landscaping
provide quiet retreat in center of city. Within corners formed by Akard,
Bryan, Pacific and Ervay Sts.lit
Thanks-Giving Square in Heart of Dallas
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