Spring break boredom solutions

One of the most popular attractions in Dallas, The Sixth Floor Museum details the life and death of JFK.

One of the most popular attractions in Dallas, The Sixth Floor Museum details the life and death of JFK.

Cameron Stapleton, Staff Reporter

1. Sixth Floor Museum

One of the most infamous days in Dallas history is brought to life in the exquisite Sixth Floor Museum, dedicated to the life and death of JFK. Ticket are $16 for adults.

2.  Dallas Museum of Art

The DMA has a brand new exhibit dedicated to the use of light in Islamic art and science. Admission is free every day (the museum is closed on Mondays) but special exhibitions are $8.

 

3. Learn some history

Although not everyone will have an interest in this activity, the Dallas Holocaust Museum has a new special gallery exhibit covering a lesser known topic of the Second World War. The exhibit helps tell the story of Albania, a mostly Muslim country in Europe and how its government refused to comply with the Nazi’s demands to hand over Jewish refugees. Admission is $5.

 

4. Dallas Zoo

The Dallas Zoo is full of animals sure to amuse you or your little siblings.

Admission is $15 for adults/teens.

 

5. Dallas Aquarium

The Dallas Aquarium is opening earlier this spring and is a great place to spend some time during break.

Admission is $20.

 

6. Dallas Arboretum

Pretty flowers and pioneer exhibits. Enjoy.

Admission is $15.

 

7. The Heard Museum

Perhaps the closest thing to do during spring break, the Heard has a great variety of exhibitions and nature walks.

Tickets are $10.

 

8. Perot Museum

The Perot Museum is for the science buffs out there. The Perot has some amazing exhibits dedicated to biology, animals, engineering, and the solar system.

 

Admission to main exhibit halls are $15.

 

 

9. Six Flags over Texas

Six Flags is somewhat expensive, but people can bring Coke cans to get a discount and some days have discounted prices for kids.

Admission prices vary based on age and number of people.

 

 

10.  Amon Carter Museum of American Art

Enjoy a large collection of American Art and talk to those who enjoy it.

Admission is completely free. The Museum is located in Fort Worth.