Austinridge Outdoors

Walk around the 7.5 acres of lush tropical greenery and native plants at Texas Discovery Gardens. You will want to attend the Butterfly House, where you can see hundreds of free-flying butterflies worldwide. The Gardens is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating children and adults on how to sustain the natural world. They aim to provide a safe and natural oasis for the Dallas community and hope every visitor leaves with the knowledge and desire to emulate the sustainable practices at home.

Visit the Cathedral Santuario de Guadalupe, a stunning Victorian Gothic cathedral undergoing a complete restoration to bring it back to its original splendor. This Shrine is the second-largest congregation in the entire nation. While there, you can learn about the essential themes of Catholic Social Tradition, centered around the universal principles of human dignity, the common good, subsidiarity, and solidarity. It's truly a wonderful experience that everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy.

Take advantage of the opportunity to travel back in time and explore the rich heritage and Dallas' intriguing past at the Old Red Museum. Old Red Museum provides a comprehensive insight into the culture and traditions of the Big D. With captivating historical artifacts, interactive exhibits, and mini-theaters, it will fascinate anyone interested in history. You can visit the Early Years, Trading Center, Big "D," and World Crossroads galleries to see how Dallas has evolved. The museum is located in the beautifully restored 1892 Old Red Courthouse and is conveniently situated close to other historical landmarks such as the JFK Memorial and Dealey Plaza.

The Granada Theater must have been quite the spectacle when it first opened in the Dallas market on January 16, 1946, with the screening of "Mildred Pierce." Even today, it continues to impress with its stunning exterior adorned with neon lights that evoke the glitz and glamor of Hollywood's Golden Era. You'll find plenty of art deco designs inside and out, with rounded corners and linear accents that harken back to a bygone era. You will want to attend the main hall's original art murals, designed by the same artists behind Los Angeles's famed Grauman's Chinese Theater. These grand-scale murals depict various film genres, while the ceiling features a stunning mythological "film goddess" standing over a film reel. It's truly a sight to behold.