20th Century Technology Museum
The 20th Century Technology Museum is located in Wharton, Texas, United States, and displays examples of technology from the 20th century. Its history begins in 2005. Highs of 64–83°F make January, February, March, April, October, November and December the mildest time to go.
A museum inside Wharton
Plan where you’ll sleep
The nearest town with many places to stay is Sheridan, 37 miles west. Where to stay ↓
Summers are hot
July and August highs run 94–95°, and about 130 days a year reach 90°. When to go ↓
A day trip from Houston
Houston is about 54 miles northeast (straight-line). Where to stay ↓
Best months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov and Dec
January, February, March, April, October, November and December are the mild months, with highs of 64–83°. When to go ↓
Established in 2005
20th Century Technology Museum dates from 2005. About ↓
Written from NOAA 1991–2020 normals, Overture places to stay, Census town figures, Wikidata and Wikipedia.
The weather by month
A visit to 20th Century Technology Museum can follow the seasons below.
20th Century Technology Museum
The 20th Century Technology Museum is located in Wharton, Texas, United States, and displays examples of technology from the 20th century. The museum is a non-profit organization and opened its gallery in July 2005 on the first floor of the former Wharton County Jail, which was constructed in 1888.
The museum's collection consists mostly of smaller items, such as radios, but also has a few experimental aircraft, including an ornithopter and a Rutan VariEze, which is displayed in front of the museum. Many items on display in the museum are in working condition and may either be demonstrated to visitors or available for hands-on operation (including most of the arcade games on display).
- Type
- Museum
- Established
- 2005
Where to stay near 20th Century Technology Museum
Lodging nearby is in Eagle Lake (3) and Sheridan (5).
Compare 3 towns
| Town | From 20th Century Technology Museum | Drive | Places to stay | People | Typical home | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wharton | in town | — | — | 8,776 | $149K | C− |
| Eagle Lake | 24 mi northwest | 35 min | 3 2 hotels · 1 motel | 3,546 | $138K | — |
| Sheridan 53% vacation homes | 37 mi west | 1 hr | 5 1 hotel · 1 lodge or cabins · 1 campground · 2 RV parks | 208 | $133K | — |
Getting there
Nearest airports with airline service
Nearby, too
Other well-known places within 69 miles.
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54 mi Stadium & arenaShell Energy Stadium
53 mi Stadium & arenaTDECU Stadium
68 mi LandmarkSan Jacinto Monument
63 mi MuseumSpace Center HoustonPhoto credits
Reliant Stadium: User eschipul on Flickr, CC BY-SA 2.0 · Daikin Park: Delaywaves, CC BY 3.0 · Toyota Center: Ed Uthman from Houston, TX, USA, CC BY 2.0 · Rothko Chapel: Unknown, Public domain · Shell Energy Stadium: HDFC PR, CC BY-SA 4.0 · TDECU Stadium: Brian Reading, CC BY-SA 4.0 · San Jacinto Monument: Tijuana Brass at English Wikipedia, Public domain · Space Center Houston: Shujianyang, CC BY 4.0
Questions before you go
Is 20th Century Technology Museum in Wharton?
Yes. It’s inside Wharton, TX.
When is the best time to visit 20th Century Technology Museum?
January, February, March, April, October, November and December, with highs of 64–83°.
How far is 20th Century Technology Museum from Houston?
About 54 miles northeast of Houston, as the crow flies.
What is the closest airport to 20th Century Technology Museum?
William P. Hobby (HOU), about 55 miles away.
Where should I stay near 20th Century Technology Museum?
Eagle Lake (24 mi, 3 places to stay) and Sheridan (37 mi, 5 places to stay).
Local tips in Wharton
Ask a question, or answer one, in Wharton’s Town Square.
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