This McKinney museum and wildlife preserve is the extension of Miss Bessie Heard's love of children and nature.

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In Short
The Heard Museum is designed to enhance a child's appreciation and understanding of nature, conservation and art. Established in 1967, the museum features more than a dozen permanent exhibit areas including collections of seashells, gems and minerals. There are also live animal exhibits inside and outside the museum. The 289-acre wildlife sanctuary protects more than 240 species of birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians, and close to 150 species of wildflowers and other plants.