Dig deeper into Texas history, one discovery at a time.
Beneath every Texas landscape lies a story waiting to be uncovered.
For 100 years, Witte Museum researchers have explored Texas Deep Time, uncovering evidence that spans hundreds, thousands, and millions of years. From the search for the Battle of Medina to newly discovered mosasaurs from Bexar County and dinosaur fossils from Big Bend National Park, these discoveries are changing what we know about our state’s past. Now it’s your turn to join the adventure.
Adventures in Texas Deep Time takes you behind the scenes of real discoveries happening today. Through history, archaeology and paleontology, explore how researchers use evidence, innovative technology, and curiosity to answer one fascinating question:
How do we know what we know?
Explore Three Journeys Through Time
Hundreds of Years
Discover how historians and archaeologists are piecing together the story of the Battle of Medina through combat archaeology and uncovering the remarkable legacy of Texas artist James Ferdinand McCan through paintings, photographs, and archival research.
Thousands of Years
Journey into the ancient past through West Texas rock art, archaeological discoveries, and groundbreaking research with partners like Shumla Archaeological Research & Education Center. See how new technologies are revealing fresh insights into the lives, traditions, and stories of the first Texans.
Millions of Years
Travel back to prehistoric Texas through discoveries happening right now. Explore fossils excavated from Big Bend National Park, examine newly discovered mosasaurs from Bexar County, discover how researchers are preserving dinosaur trackways with cutting-edge technology, and investigate Ice Age predators from Friesenhahn Cave.
Become the Explorer
Research comes to life through hands-on experiences designed for curious minds of all ages.
Exhibition Highlights
- Dig for the fossils of a giant Texas mosasaur.
- Search for hidden artifacts using archaeological tools.
- Create your own dinosaur trackway.
- Reveal hidden details in ancient rock art.
- Discover authentic fossils, artifacts and specimens from groundbreaking Witte research.
Every gallery offers a new adventure, inviting you to investigate evidence, solve mysteries and discover how today’s researchers continue to uncover new stories about Texas.
Included with General Museum Admission.
