Fun and Games
ARTS
14th Street Art Gallery
14th Street Art Gallery is a quaint art gallery in downtown Plano that promotes local artists' work. Hours are
Tuesday–Friday from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. and by appointment. Admission is free.
1412 14th St.
972.633-3822
14thstreetgallery.com
ArtCentre of Plano
Located in a newly-renovated historic downtown building, the ArtCentre offers a wide array of local and national exhibits of interest to the whole family. Admission is free.
1039 East 15th St.
972.423.7809
artcentreofplano.org
Plano Symphony Orchestra
2004-05 marks the 22nd season of the Plano Symphony Orchestra, which features unforgettable performances by world-renowned musicians. Under the direction of Maestro Hector Guzman since its inception, the symphony has garnered a reputation as one of the premier orchestras in the region.
5236 Tennyson Pkwy., Building 4, Suite 200
972.473.7262
www.planosymphony.org
LIBRARIES
Five public libraries with nearly 700,000 volumes offer reference sources as well as materials for leisure reading
and a variety of programs for children.
planolibrary.org
Gladys Harrington Library
1501 18th St. • 972.941.7175
L.E.R. Schimelpfenig Library
5024 Custer Rd. • 972.769.4200
W. O. Haggard, Jr. Library
2501 Coit Rd. • 972.769.4250
Maribelle M. Davis Library
7501-B Independence Pkwy. • 972.208.8000
Christopher A. Parr Library
6200 Windhaven Pkwy. • 972.769.4300
GOLF & TENNIS
Golfers can try out their skills on one of three public courses in Plano, while tennis players will want to check out the city’s 21-court tennis center.
Chase Oaks Golf Club
7201 Chase Oaks Blvd. • 972.517.7777
Pecan Hollow Golf Course
4501 East 14th St. • 972.941.7600
Ridgeview Ranch Golf Course
2701 Ridgeview Dr. • 972.390.1039
High Point Tennis Center
421 W. Spring Creek Pkwy. • 972.941.7170
MOVIE THEATERS
Angelika Film Center & Cafe
7205 Bishop Rd. • 972.943.1300
angelikafilmcenter.com/plano
Cinemark Movies Ten
1818 Coit Rd. • 972.665.2222
cinemark.com
Cinemark at Legacy
7201 N. Central Expwy. • 972.665.2222
cinemark.com
Cinemark Tinseltown USA
3800 Dallas Pkwy. • 972.665.2222
cinemark.com
Studio Movie Grill
4721 West Park Blvd. • 972.991.6684
studiomoviegrill.com
MUSEUMS
Heritage Farmstead Museum
This living museum is a reminder of Plano’s early years. Formerly the home of pioneer sheep farmer Ammie Wilson,
the 1891 Victorian homestead appears to be frozen in time. Gardens, antique farm equipment and farm animals complete the scenario, and visitors can browse through handmade crafts and gifts in the country store.
1900 West 15th St.
972.881.0140
heritagefarmstead.org
Interurban Museum
Plano’s transportation history comes alive through exhibits in this former electric railway car that was once part of the Texas Electric Railway running between Denison and Waco. The Interurban line began in 1908 and made its last run on December 31, 1948. Admission is free.
901 E. 15th St.
972.941.2117
planoconservancy.org
Walking Tour of Historic Downtown Plano
Visit historic homes and buildings as you walk through Plano’s history. You’ll see more than a dozen restored homes, the Interurban Museum, quaint Haggard Park and the charming downtown shopping district, which offers everything from antiques to children’s clothing.
972.941.7152
15th Street & Downtown Plano
historicplano.org
PARKS & REC
The city’s nationally accredited Parks and Recreation Department oversees 80 parks and 63 playgrounds with more than 3,600 acres of land and 47 miles of hike and bike trails. Six recreation centers and a senior citizens’ center provide space for indoor activities, and five public swimming pools keep people cool in summer months. More than 150 athletic fields, a tennis center, and three public golf courses provide sports venues for all ages. The Parks and Recreation Department also offers a wide variety of seasonal classes for the entire family.
972.941.7250
historicplano.org
SKATING, BOWLING, & MORE
Eisenbergs Skatepark
930 E. 15th Street
972.509.7725
eisenbergs.com
Thunderbird Skate Center
3200 Thunderbird Lane
972.422.4447
thunderbirdskatecenter.com
Dr Pepper Star Center
4020 W. Plano Parkway
972.612.8760
drpepperstarcenter.com
Plano Super Bowl
2521 Avenue K
972.881.0242
planosuperbowl.com
Whirly Ball/Laser World
3115 Parker Road, Suite 295
972.398.7900
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