Featuring a multitude of museums, the “Sparkling City by the Sea” is truly a Texas-must-see. The sights, sounds, and experiences to be had consist of far more than a stroll along the Gulf Coast. Its name meaning “Body of Christ” in Latin, the Port of Corpus Christi is the fifth largest in America, and as a city, it’s the eighth largest in the Lone Star State, but neither of these statistics can prepare you for the wealth of culture and history this seaside stronghold of Texas development truly holds.
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Corpus Christi: Seaside Stronghold of Texas History & Culture
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Photo: Facebook/USS Lexington Museum on the Bay Via Brian Cox
The U.S.S. Lexington Museum on Corpus Christi Bay is an Essex-Class aircraft carrier museum nicknamed the “Blue Ghost.” Built for the U.S. Navy during World War II, the “Lex” was a significant component in American defense systems for close to 50 years. Due to Corpus Christi’s longstanding and proud Navy and naval aviation history, the city’s Economic Development Commission developed a task force to bring the “Blue Ghost” to the city. Now visitors to the area can marvel at her presence and learn from her experience.
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The Art Museum of South Texas situated on Corpus Christi Bay holds a permanent collection as well as special exhibits showcasing regional fine art, photography, and crafts. A member of the Blue Star Museum Program, this facility gives free admission to all active duty military personnel and National Guard Reservists and their families (upon presentation of a valid military ID) from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
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Established in 1957, the Museum of Science and History is located near Corpus Christi Harbor Bridge and the waterfront. It features permanent and traveling exhibits, interactive and educational programs and special events, and encourages the development of history and science interests in children. For full facility details, including hours of operation and programming, visit the museum website main page link provided here. And for those that are completely enamored with the life and career of Latina singer/songwriter Selena Quintanilla-Pérez, the Selena Museum is located at 5410 Leopard St. in Corpus Christi! Honoring the late hometown superstar, the facility shares her memory with the fans that loved her so. Make plans to tour the Sparkling City by the Sea on the Texas Gulf Coast, and grow your vast knowledge of history and culture, aside from taking in the sea breeze, scenery, and sensational people that call Corpus Christi home.
