This was the third time we had been to the museum. Twice before it closed for the renovation and once after. I'd say, not much changed. They revitalized the first floor and added a cool dinosaur, some interactive history about Texas and expanded the store. Beyond that almost everything else remained the same. There are many areas still closed off and not much is available for kiddos to interact with. No fossil digging, scavenger hunts or even coloring pages - most everything is behind glass or barriers. There are some resources online but if you don't have a printer, you are out of luck. They did though manage to print up flyers to sell you on a birthday party. 🙄 There are no safe areas inside for parents to rest or take a break with kiddos. Think like the eating area at the Thinkery or the upstairs area at the Mayborne Museum. There are some benches off go the side but they are positioned in the aisle, so people walking by will likely have to go around you, potentially opening up to some nasty remarks, particularly if you have a stroller or multiple kiddos with you. Also, if your kid needs a snack, you will need to leave the building and go outside. You could maybe hide in the stairwell but they have staff walking around and you may be asked to leave anyway. Bathrooms were fine and clean. Not huge, so big strollers, nope. It is air conditioned and will offer a reprieve from the Texas heat in summer. The parking is at San Jacinto garage, right next store, so expect to pay. Compared to the Mayborne Museum (another Texas history and science museum but by Baylor in Waco), this one is okay. They have a long long way to go to reach the level of the Mayborne. I'd say if you have kiddos, make the drive up to Waco and skip this one. My 8yr old was bored after about 30 mins. We got through the entire museum in about 45. We did end up becoming members, but not because we liked the museum but because by becoming a member the reciprocal benefits are pretty sweet. Well worth it if you plan to visit any other science or history museum in the country. Just visit one other museum and you've already paid for and saved by being a member. This includes the Johnson Space Center in Houston. Also, your parking as a member is included - up to 2 hours.