This museum really tells the tale of East Texas oilfield history. Located on the Kilgore College campus, it is interesting for visitors of all ages.
Very educational. Some displays need to be updated/upgraded. Puppet show needs work. Worth the time and money. Also, website needs correct address.
Very interesting museum. A must see. It's like walking back into history. It's about how Kilgore went from 800 to 8,000 people in 24 hours.
This museum is as good as all the reviews say it is! We stopped. In on a road trip from Dallas and it is a must see stop. I can't add much to what everyone else has already said except to cast one more Vote for this most excellent tourist attraction.
If you have an interest in the history of oil drilling in Texas this is a must see museum. Their exhibits are quite informative and one unique setting allows you to "travel" down into the earth to see how oil is extracted. There is a recreation of an old oil town that you can walk through. They also have a fun gift shop with oil and gas related merchandise as well as other Texas items, e.g. walking sticks.
I didnt think I would enjoy this museum because I thought the theme was rather bland. How can you make oil interesting? Well the museum is a marvelous array of history, learning and fun. They have a puppet show for the kids, a lively movie theater and a small indoor village depicting the early years of the TX oil boom. Rarely do I say "wow" when experiencing a museum. This one caught my attention. A must see if you are in the area. Entrance fee is very reasonable.
Don't be put off by the entrance - a small gift shop. The wow is right through the museum doors! My kids had to touch everything in the mock-up center of old town Kilgore - the mud, the donkey... The set-up is very inviting. We wandered in and out of the different "shops", the movie theater and the "elevator". It is a great way to realistically give kids a peak into the past and educate them (and adults) about oil drilling. We also enjoyed the park near-by.
This museum is well done, lots of fun. Good information. Kuds love it too. It is very educational.Lot's of old drilling equipment and demonstration s
This museum offers so much about the life and times of the oil boom, how it impacted homes, business and the future of the area. Everything can be touched and the movie and the elevator ride are great. The 'talking' displays are fun, also. We plan on another visit to enjoy the outside display as well, on a day with good weather.
A really great way to learn about the beginning of the east Texas oil boom. Very interesting exhibits.