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Admiral Nimitz State Historic Site

Fredericksburg, TX
830-997-4379
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Type: History Museums, Historic Sites
Most recent review
- 28 May 2013
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Porter, Texas
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19 reviews 19 reviews
10 attraction reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

This attraction has really changed and has been enlarged over the years. The detailed information about the personal life and family of Admiral Nimitz was very inspirational.

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Dallas, Texas
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35 reviews 35 reviews
26 attraction reviews
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013

This is a must see if you enjoy history or museums. the kids enjoyed the "boats," but they lost interest fairly quickly. Theres alot of reading in a small area and again small kids lost interest very quickly (its a museum). I loved that the tickets were good for 2 days and I came back with the oldest (6yrs old)... More

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Wichita, Kansas
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10 reviews 10 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

My parents were in the Philippines and traveled on a ship with Adm. Heart...we found most of the exhibit very interesting...and the history was great.

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Yorkshire, UK
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 attraction reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

It may not be the biggest museum you'll visit but it gives an insight to the man most of only know through his WWII endeavours. Well worth the visit to discover more about how Nimitz became the man he did.

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San Angelo, Texas
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55 reviews 55 reviews
11 attraction reviews
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Trapse around the rooms and outdoor sights for a view of photos and items of interest to the history buffs and others interested in U.S. and Texas history.

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Graham, Texas
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51 reviews 51 reviews
15 attraction reviews
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

You would never expect such a great museum in this small town. They have Navy artifacts that are one of a kind. The Japanese float plane the the PT Boat are things you just don't see in any other museums! With the honor that is created and the history that you see it is worth the drive from anywhere in... More

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San Antonio, Texas
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11 reviews 11 reviews
8 attraction reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

Even though the title of this review is Admiral Nimitz State Historical Museum, there is more to the area than the museum. The entire area is historical, and well worth the trip. The Fredericksburg founders are the only group of settlers to make a treaty with the Native-Americans and not break it. In addition, the courthouse where President Johnson’s parents... More

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Denton, Texas
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

We have both visited the pacific war memorial in Honolulu however this was way bigger than that and gave so much more information. Loved getting to know more about the history behind it. Takes about 6 hours to go through the entire thing but well worth it. Tickets are good for 48 hours.

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Houston, Texas
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9 reviews 9 reviews
5 attraction reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

Plan to spend a day visiting this historic site and the National Museum of the Pacific War. The exhibits were so interesting and professionally done. The 2 men in our group, Vietnam Nam vets, were especially fascinated by the displays.

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Phoenix, Arizona
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280 reviews 280 reviews
69 attraction reviews
500 helpful votes 500 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

I had no idea this museum was here. I am a Navy veteran and huge fan of Naval history. Admiral Nimitz made amazing contributions to our country and his type of leadership is rare. The folks who oversee this museum have done a good job displaying his life as well as the associated time in American history that was so... More

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