Harry Ransom Center

Wing bar with familiar sides, and kids eat free one night a week.

Real artifacts and interactive exhibits on the state's history, so kids get to try things as well as look.

University art museum with a colourful chapel-like building to walk into.

Pancake and comfort-food café with breakfast served all day.

Free self-guided visits of the state capitol, with its huge rotunda and grounds.

A treehouse net to climb and nature play under shade, with a splash pad beside it for hot days.