The J. Bennett Johnston Waterway Visitor Center in Shreveport, LA - A 5-Minute Trip from Interstate 20

 

The J. Bennett Johnston Waterway Visitor Center in Shreveport, Louisiana is a place you need to visit when you are traveling along Interstate-20 from Dallas-Fort Worth to Jackson, Mississippi; Birmingham Alabama; Atlanta, Georgia or Columbia, South Carolina.

We became interested in visiting the visitor center a few months ago when we visited the area a few months prior and we saw the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers sign posted outside. We had to stop to see what awaited us inside.

Are you looking for things to do in Shreveport for the weekend or things to do with your children? Check out our experience.

Weekend Trip Along Interstate-20

While taking a day trip from the Carthage, Texas area (an 45-minute drive to Shre Interstate-20), we decided to take a day-trip to the J. Bennett Johnston Waterway Visitor Center.

Time Needed for Your Visit: 

30-40 minutes

Location/Address:

700 Clyde Fant Parkway; Shreveport, LA 71101

Minutes from Interstate 20:

5-10 Minutes

The I-20 Stop: The J. Bennett Johnston Waterway Visitor Center in Shreveport

This visitor’s center is an amazing opportunity to learn about the history and the future of the Red River which runs through the following states: Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, and New Mexico. The visitor’s center features a reception area, theater with a great film about the Red River, exhibition hall, and interactive exhibits.

For the children, it is a great combination of science and social studies. For parents and adults, it is a great reminder about the importance of rivers such as the Red River and how impacts the east Texas and western Louisiana areas.

Check out our experience at the J. Bennett Johnston Waterway Visitor Center

“Fun Day at the J. Bennett Johnston Waterway Visitor Center in Shreveport, LA”

Parking and Additional Tips:

Parking is free!

Contact Information:

J. Bennett Johnston Waterway Visitor Center  in Shreveport, LA  - (318) 677-2673

https://www.mvk.usace.army.mil/Missions/Recreation/J-Bennett-Johnston-Visitor-Center/

Hours of Operation:

Wednesday to Saturday - 10:00 am – 4:00 pm 

What did you like the most about the Shreveport Water Works Museum? Did we miss anything?

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Next Time Your Family is in Fort Worth, Visit the Panther Lab Makerspace - It is FREE!

Next you are visiting Fort Worth, check out the opportunities available for your child in the Fort Worth Library! Since we moved to this area, the Fort Worth Library has been a safe haven for our family. It continues to serve as a refuge for our family to learn, network, and relax!

We've checked out books, videos, books on tape/DVDs, and additional materials from the Fort Worth Library! Here's the neat thing - even if you are not a resident of Fort Worth, you and your family can visit and interact with the Fort Worth Library - Panther Lab Makerspace!

Watch this Video to Find Out "What is a Makerspace?"

The Fort Worth Library - Panther Lab Makerspace is located at the Northwest Branch Library on 6228 Crystal Lake Drive in Fort Worth. It is an amazing resource for Fort Worth residents and visitors to the area can experience!

In the lab, you and your family can:
- Design 3D Images
- Use Makey Makey and littleBits to learn about electronic engineering
- Utilize Ozobots to learn introductory robotics.
- Design Video Trailers on iMac computers (with a Sony camera and green screen)!
- Create a digital game through simple coding.

What's in the Fort Worth Library - Panther Lab?
The Fort Worth Library - Panther Lab Makerspace has 3D printers, a 3D Scanner, robotics/electronic kids, Apple computers with Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, Virtual Reality and a Simulation Headset, a Sony Camera and Green Screen, and a Vinyl Cutter.

When is the Fort Worth Library - Panther Lab Makerspace open?

The makerspace is open Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 2pm to 7pm and on Saturday from 2pm to 5pm. 

Here's the most recent schedule - - http://fortworthtexas.gov/library/programs/makerspace.html

Okay - What's Next???

Next weekend, spend days with your family at the Fort Worth Library - Panther Lab Makerspace! You will definitely not regret it! :) Plus, you can leave with a momento from your creative adventure!

Have a great week and plan for the weekend!

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Visit Critter Kingdom at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History!

Does your child love animals? Then take him or her to Critter Kingdom at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History!  It's a great way to learn about animals and see different items in the museum's collection.  Throughout 2016, the museum will be putting different items from the collection inside Critter Kingdom so you can see different animals at various times of the year.  As of January 2016, the animals on display center around the them of flight.

Learning about Natural Science at Disney Parks!

Do your kids enjoy natural science? Then make sure to visit these spots on your next Disney vacation!

Future World - EPCOT - Living with the Land

If your kids have any interest in plants or animals, then you should definitely take them on the Living with the Land Ride at EPCOT!  The ride will talk about the importance of agriculture and biotechnology.  The ride also features a hydroponic garden featuring an ecosystem of fish and many kinds of plants.

You will also pass by the Biotechnology Lab where your child can see scientists at work!

Future World - The Seas with Nemo and Friends

Here you can take ride that follows Nemo's journey.  As the ride concludes, your child will see Nemo and friends swimming among real sea creatures with the help of Disney magic and technology.

There are also several aquariums featuring coral reefs, fish, and sea stars!

Future World - EPCOT - SeaBase

If you're lucky, you'll visit the SeaBase when a diver is in the tank.  You can also view a manatee and stingrays!

Future World - EPCOT - Turtle Talk with Crush!

This attraction is great for the little ones who can meet and talk to Crush.  Crush will also teach the little ones about life in the sea.

While waiting for Turtle Talk with Crush, you can visit Mr. Ray's Lagoon where you can see small fish, jellyfish, and an eel!

If you enjoyed this post, be sure to check out the other post in our Learning at Disney Parks series: Learning about American History at Disney Parks!

How do you teach your kids about Natural Science at Disney Parks?