This historic site sprawls over 227 acres and embraces one of the nation's largest collections of Art Deco buildings. Fair Park, built in 1936, is registered as a National Historic Landmark. It was built by the WPA to house the Texas Centennial celebration of independence from Mexico. It boasts an inspiring list of museums including the African American Museum, Age of Steam Railroad Museum, Museum of Nature and Science, Music Hall At Fair Park, Dallas Aquarium and Dallas Horticulture Center. You will also find concerts at the outdoor Coca Cola Starplex, college football in the Cotton Bowl, and the annual State Fair of Texas. The Visitor Center shows a 10-minute film about the park and offers walking tours by appointment. There is no charge to enter Fair Park. Charges vary for each museum.