Texas Maritime Museum

Texas Maritime Museum The Texas Maritime Museum is the Official Maritime Museum for the State of Texas.
(1)

The Texas Maritime Museum has been educating visitors about the rich maritime history of Texas for over 20 years! View Texas history from exploration and settlement, to boat building and shipbuilding, sports and commercial fishing, and the search for offshore oil and gas.

We're investing in a better visitor experience! Beginning immediately, our elevator will be temporarily out of service w...
06/01/2026

We're investing in a better visitor experience! Beginning immediately, our elevator will be temporarily out of service while we complete scheduled upgrades and repairs. We anticipate the project will be finished by June 26.

We understand this may affect some visitors, and we're committed to ensuring everyone can still enjoy the Museum. Guests who are unable to safely or comfortably use the stairs can access:

🎥 A video walkthrough of our 2nd Floor exhibits
💻 An in-depth digital exhibit experience available via QR code
📹 A live-stream view from our 3rd Floor Observation Deck available via QR code.

These resources will be available in the 1st Floor Library at the Museum.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we make these important improvements. The result will be a better, more accessible experience for our visitors for years to come.

For more information, please visit our website at https://texasmaritimemuseum.org or give us a call at 361-729-1271. Thank you for your support!

The Texas coast has been getting lots of much-needed and appreciated rain. Luckily, we haven't reached this level of flo...
05/30/2026

The Texas coast has been getting lots of much-needed and appreciated rain. Luckily, we haven't reached this level of flooding yet! This photograph, from May 18th, 1925, shows a view of Pearl Street looking north in downtown Beaumont during a period of major flooding!

📸: DeGolyer Library, Southern Methodist University

Have you ever wanted to go inside a lighthouse? The historic Post Isabel lighthouse is the only one open to the public i...
05/29/2026

Have you ever wanted to go inside a lighthouse?

The historic Post Isabel lighthouse is the only one open to the public in Texas! Constructed in 1852, the 72' lighthouse served the coast in more ways than one. Both Union and Confederate forces used the tower as a lookout during the Civil War.

In 1905, the lighthouse was decommissioned due to the decline of maritime traffic in the area. The land and lighthouse were donated to the state in 1950, and two years later, became a state park. Today, you can see the beautiful tower for yourself, lit with a replica revolving 3rd Order Fresnel Lens.

📸 :DeGolyer Library, Southern Methodist University

A heartfelt thank you to our newest corporate member here at the Texas Maritime Museum, AEP, for their generous support ...
05/27/2026

A heartfelt thank you to our newest corporate member here at the Texas Maritime Museum, AEP, for their generous support and partnership. Their commitment to our mission helps make meaningful programs, events, and educational opportunities possible for our community, while helping to preserve the rich maritime history of Texas.

We are so grateful to welcome them aboard and look forward to all we can accomplish together. Please join us in thanking AEP for investing in the future of the Texas Maritime Museum and the work we do every day!

The summer camp you've all been waiting for will open for registration soon! Learn more and bookmark the registration pa...
05/27/2026

The summer camp you've all been waiting for will open for registration soon!

Learn more and bookmark the registration page today so you can secure your kiddo's spot for the summer camp that everyone is talking about: https://texasmaritimemuseum.org/sea-camp/

Big adventures are bubbling up this summer at H2Odyssey Camp! From hands-on learning and water-themed activities to crea...
05/26/2026

Big adventures are bubbling up this summer at H2Odyssey Camp! From hands-on learning and water-themed activities to creative challenges and exciting discoveries, campers will dive into a week full of fun, learning, and exploration. Spots are filling quickly, and only a few remain, so don’t wait to register your young explorer. Make waves this summer before these last spots disappear!

https://texasmaritimemuseum.org/h2odyssey/

Today and every day, we are thankful to those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We wish you a happy...
05/25/2026

Today and every day, we are thankful to those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We wish you a happy Memorial Day! ❤️🤍💙

In the early 1900s, Harbor Island, the stretch of land connecting Aransas Pass and Port Aransas, was a vital area to the...
05/23/2026

In the early 1900s, Harbor Island, the stretch of land connecting Aransas Pass and Port Aransas, was a vital area to the growth of the area. In 1913, a cotton compress was constructed on the island, providing a great source of industry to the community. This photograph, from sometime between 1900 and 1909, shows us a glimpse of what working in this compress looked like.

📸: DeGolyer Library, Southern Methodist University

Zavala Model, 1986In 1986, Clive Cussler financed the discovery of the wreckage by NUMA and the Texas Antiquities Commit...
05/22/2026

Zavala Model, 1986

In 1986, Clive Cussler financed the discovery of the wreckage by NUMA and the Texas Antiquities Committee in Galveston. To commemorate the event, Cussler presented a model to Governor Clements.

The Zavala (1838-1843) was important because it had transitional technology - sails (two masts) and steam (two walking beam engines, two paddlewheels 2' in diameter).

Address

1202 Navigation Circle
Rockport, TX
78382

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+13617291271

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Texas Maritime Museum posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share