Branson, Missouri, the Live Entertainment Capital of the Midwest, appeals to almost interest you can think of. Do you like food? Some of the best restaurants in Missouri are located in Branson. Are you a fan of thrill rides? This vacation hot spot is home to adrenaline rushes like Outlaw Run and the KaPau Plummet. Can’t get enough of the outdoors? Take a hike in Busiek State Park and Wildlife Area, fish Lake Taneycomo, or swim in the waters of Table Rock Lake. Love your shows? Check out the Shepherd of the Hills show, SIX, The Baldknobbers and so many more! But what if your interest lies more in museums? Don’t worry – there is a Branson museum for everyone! So if you like…
History – History buffs will certainly want to take the time to plan a visit to the Titanic Museum in Branson. One of the greatest Titanic museums in the country, this landmark museum draws thousands of visitors from all over every single year. Shaped like the famous ship herself and located right off of Highway 76, this Branson museum is one you won’t forget. Filled to the brim with historic artifacts found on the shipwreck, and featuring exact replicas of actual cabins, ship decks and the grand staircase, you can spend hours wandering around this interactive museum. At the start of your self-guided tour, you’ll receive a ticket that has all of the information about a real Titanic passenger. At the end of the museum, you’ll find out the fate of the person on your passport. History truly comes alive at the Titanic museum! If you are also interested in the history of the Ozarks, visit the Ralph Foster Museum at College of the Ozarks – you’ll find dozens of displays and exhibits showcasing the history of this rugged landscape.
Celebrities: If you like to watch the Oscars, see all the latest movies, and read the tabloids, check out the Hollywood Wax Museum, located on historic Highway 76! You’ll get a chance to see your favorite famous folks up close and personal – sort of! Filled with dozens of realistic wax celebrity figures, the Hollywood Wax Museum is open 365 days a year, and makes for some great photo opportunities with friends! You’ll have a blast at this Branson museum.
Odd Things: This ‘odditorium’ is full of all sorts of crazy things – if you like the weird and wild, this is one Branson museum you won’t want to miss out on. Also located on Highway 76 (many of the great museums are) you can’t miss this venue – it is shaped like many of the buildings that were cracked and damaged in the 1812 Missouri earthquake! Don’t worry though – the whole building is structurally sound. See a collection of shrunken heads, a vampire killing kit, a spinning vortex tunnel, crazy artwork, a Transformer made out of car parts and more!
These are just a few of the great Branson museums that the town has to offer. So whatever your interest might be, Branson has a museum for you!
