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"Bagel" Finds a New Home in the EcoStation

April 1, 2025

Sponsored by CenterPoint Energy

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It looks like an axolotl or perhaps an eel, but this little creature is neither. Meet Bagel, a native Texas salamander called a Lesser Siren. Bagel has found his new home in the CenterPoint Energy EcoStation, where he is helping visitors learn about aquatic habitats in our region.

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Bagel is one of many native animals that visitors can observe in this exhibit, which explores ecosystems and conservation.

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CMH Staff Highlight James Washington

James Edward Washington III first joined the Children’s Museum of Houston team on March 19, 2025, and has since advanced to serve as the museum's Lead Educator.

October 1, 2026

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Summer Chemistry Projects that Wowed

At the Museum, Fridays are the favorite day because of BASF Kids’ Labs. All summer long, the Museum presented these in-depth Labs every Friday.

September 30, 2026

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HALLOWEEN AT THE BOO!SEUM

Children’s Museum Houston conjures up hair-raising fun with spellbinding events, safe trick-or-treating and monthlong fang-tastic festivities! Now through Oct. 31! Gabby’s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days headline purr-fect Halloween month! Oct. 23 to 25 Open till 8 p.m. on Halloween Night