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Our Town Waco: 35 Years of the Dr. Pepper Museum
By Robert Lopez at FOX 44 News (KWKT)
· July 10, 2026
· 1 min read
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) — The Dr. Pepper Museum is celebrating its 35th year with big renovations and an even bigger Dr. Pepper bottle. In 1991, the Dr. Pepper museum opened its doors to fans of the soft drink. Since then, the museum has amassed a collection of Dr. Pepper memorabilia dating all the ...
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Why this matters in The Waco
The Dr. Pepper Museum's 35th anniversary is a significant milestone for Waco , marking a long-standing contribution to the city's unique cultural landscape. As a local institution, the museum has not only showcased the history of the iconic soft drink but also become a staple of community events and educational programs. The renovations and new additions, including the large Dr. Pepper bottle, are likely to attract both new and returning visitors, boosting local tourism and supporting nearby businesses. This celebration also underscores the museum's role in preserving the city's industrial heritage, as Dr. Pepper has been a part of Waco's history since the late 19th century. As the museum looks to the future, its continued growth and development will be worth watching, particularly in terms of how it engages with the local community and contributes to Waco's economic vitality.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 44 News (KWKT) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? WACO, Texas (FOX 44) — The Dr. Pepper Museum is celebrating its 35th year with big renovations and an even bigger Dr. Pepper bottle. In 1991, the Dr. Pepper museum opened its doors to fans of the soft drink. Since then, the museum has amassed a collection of Dr. Pepper memorabilia dating all the ...
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