15555 North Freeway (0.6 km from National Museum of Funeral History)
This Houston hotel features an outdoor saltwater pool and rooms with complimentary wireless internet access. The hotel provides a complimentary hot breakfast and is located approximately 11 miles from Sam Houston Race Park.
16027 North Freeway (0.7 km from National Museum of Funeral History)
The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, a shared lounge, and complimentary WiFi.e Candlewood Suites Houston - Spring, an IHG Hotel, is located in Houston, approximately 18 miles from Wortham Center and Buffalo Bayou Park.
222 Airtex Drive (0.9 km from National Museum of Funeral History)
This hotel is just off I-45 and 17 miles from downtown Houston. It serves a continental breakfast every morning features free Wi-Fi and has an outdoor pool and hot tub. Rooms at Restwell Inn & Suites I-45/Airtex have a flat-screen cable TV.
125 Airtex Drive (1.0 km from National Museum of Funeral History)
This hotel is located off Interstate 45 and offers a complimentary shuttle service to and from George Bush Intercontinental Airport. There is complimentary WiFi and a daily breakfast buffet.
14900 North Freeway (1.1 km from National Museum of Funeral History)
Houston is home to the WoodSpring Suites Houston I-45 Airtex. There is complimentary wireless Internet access. Each room includes a television, air conditioning, and cable channels.
14753 North Freeway (1.2 km from National Museum of Funeral History)
This Houston, Texas hotel is conveniently located just off Interstate 45. It features a seasonal outdoor pool and a complimentary breakfast each morning. The rooms feature complimentary Wi-Fi and satellite television.
16909 Rolling Creek Drive (3.2 km from National Museum of Funeral History)
InTown Suites Extended Stay Houston/Cypress Station is located in Houston's FM 1960 district and is 20 miles from Buffalo Bayou Park.
(3.5 km from National Museum of Funeral History)
Located in Houston 14 mi from Memorial Park Houston 14 mi from Houston Arboretum and Nature Center and 14 mi from CityCentre Plaza Family Home 20 Mi to Downtown 10 Mi to IAH features accommodations with a patio and free WiFi.
The National Museum of Funeral History Houston is the only museum in the world dedicated to the history of funerals and funeral service. The museum houses over 20,000 square feet of exhibits, interactive displays, and educational resources. The museum's mission is to preserve and educate the public about the role that funeral service plays in our society.
The museum was founded in 1992 by Robert L. Waltrip, Sr., who is also the founder of the National Funeral Directors Association. The museum is located in Houston, Texas, and is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for students, and children under 6 are free.
The museum features a wide variety of exhibits on the history of funeral service. Some of the highlights include:
-A replica of Abraham Lincoln's funeral train
-The world's largest collection of funeral service artifacts
-A replica of an ancient Egyptian tomb
-A life-size replica of a 19th century casket factory
-A hearse gallery with over 50 hearses on display
The museum also offers a variety of educational programs for all ages. These programs are designed to educate the public about the role that funerals play in our society and how to plan for their own funeral.