# MindFest Challenge 10: Overtime at Children's Museum Houston

> Event for families in the Houston–Pasadena–The Woodlands area (TX). Times are Central Time.

- When: Thu, Nov 12 · 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Where: Children's Museum Houston, 1500 Binz St, Houston, TX 77004
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: General Admission
- Organizer: Children's Museum Houston
- Official page: https://www.cmhouston.org/events/mindfest-challenge-10-overtime
- Last checked: Tue, Nov 3

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