Lake Jackson
Historical Museum
The Lake Jackson Historical Museum presents permanent and rotating exhibits that highlight major eras and influential figures of Lake Jackson history. From the Indigenous Karankawa people who lived on this land for thousands of years to the Dow Chemical Company workers who made Lake Jackson home during World War II, there is something for everyone to learn here.
Located in downtown Lake Jackson, the museum is the headquarters of the Lake Jackson Historical Association and functions as an important community space.
249 Circle Way,
Lake Jackson, TX 77566
Free Admission
Open Tuesday - Saturday
from 10 AM to 4 PM
The year 1528 marks the
first recorded encounter
between the Karankawa and
the Spanish settlers in Texas.
Between 1843 to 1864
Abner Jackson operated
and owned the
Jackson Plantation.
On November 11, 1942,
the Dow Chemical Company
hires Alden B. Dow
to design Lake Jackson.
The Windecker Eagle first set
flight on October 7, 1967
Explore our Exhibits
First Floor Exhibits
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Second Floor Exhibits
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Windecker Eagle
Hands-on History
Hands-on history provides our viewers with a topic pertaining to history or cultures around the world. The presentation is then followed by a craft activity. The crafts shown are selected in accordance with the short history/cultural presentation.
About: Explore Norwegian culture and the traditions of basket making. In this series learn how to make paper Christmas baskets.
What you need:
Red and white paper, scissors
About: Explore the history of the Japanese Tsuru (Japanse crane) and learn how to make an origami crane.
What you need:
8 x 8 paper (any color or paper will do)