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Dr Pepper Museum

 

City: Waco | Region: Prairies and Lakes

Dr Pepper Museum in Waco Photographer: J. Griffis Smith

A fountain drink mixed in The Old Corner Drug Store in the 1880s was dubbed a “Waco” by early patrons because it could not be found outside the city of Waco. It later acquired the name Dr Pepper. Dr. Charles Alderton, Waco beverage chemist and patron of the drug store, became interested in the new drink and began extensive research. In 1885, after some two years of testing, blending and processing, the new flavor was originated and put on sale commercially. So perfect was Dr. Alderton’s work that the formula has remained basically unchanged. Museum housed in original 1906 bottling plant, now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It features restored operating soda fountain along with other Dr Pepper memorabilia with interactive audio-visual displays. Open Mon.–Sat. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun. noon–5 p.m. (open extended hours in summer). Last ticket sold at 4:15 p.m. At 300 S. 5th St. 254/757-1024. Admission fee. www.drpeppermuseum.com.

Activity Details

Hours Open: Open Mon. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun. noon - 5 p.m.
(extended hours in summer). Last ticket sold at 4:15 p.m.
Address: 300 S. Fifth St.
Zip Code: 76701
Telephone #: 254/757-1024
Web Page: www.drpeppermuseum.com