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Located 1.3 miles north of I-10 exit 743, then west to 23500 Franz Road. The 40-acre outdoor museum traces Chinese history through such displays as models of the Forbidden City and of Emperor Qin's terra cotta army. A videotape about the city and soldiers is shown. Food is available.

Location: Katy Texas Telephone 281-347-8000

Other History nearby:
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(Houston) American Funeral Service Museum
(Houston) Bayou Bend
(Brenham) Brenham Heritage Museum
(Chappell Hill) Chappell Hill Historical Museum
(Houston) Christ Church Cathedral

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