National Museum of Funeral History

The National Museum of Funeral History is another one of Houston's unique museums, exhibiting things relating to the funeral industry. This surprisingly popular 30,500-square-foot institution bills itself as the "largest educational center of funerary customs in the US".

While seeing the cultural heritage of the funeral service business and its time-honored practice of compassion, learn about caskets and coffins, hearses throughout history, as well as the funerals of Presidents, Popes, and celebrities. Historical hearses, a colorful exhibit on Day of the Dead (Dia de Los Muertos), embalming, presidential funerals, Ghanaian coffins, Japanese funerals, 9/11, and several other themes are on display. Throughout the year, there are additional temporary and seasonal exhibits.

Address: 415 Barren Springs Drive, Houston
Website: nmfh.org