Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History, Corpus Christi

Name: Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History
Address: 1900 N Chaparral St, Corpus Christi, 78401-1114, United States
Telephone: +1 361-826-4667

#8 among attractions in Corpus Christi

Museum, Natural history museum, Science museum, History museum

Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History

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The Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History is a science and history museum in Corpus Christi, Texas, near Corpus Christi Harbor Bridge and the waterfront. It was established in 1957. Among its many displays covering an area of over 40,000 square feet are many artifacts found in the wreck of the Spanish ship San Estaban, including the world's oldest mariner's astrolabe with a confirmed date of 1554. An extension to the museum opened in May 1990 to house the Shipwreck! exhibition. ()

Coordinates: 27°48'37"N, 97°23'43"W

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1900 N Chaparral StCentral CityCorpus Christi 78401-1114 United States

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+1 361-826-4667

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Day trips

Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: USS Lexington, Texas State Aquarium, Art Museum of South Texas, Whataburger Field.

0.5 miNE
Museum
USS Lexington, Corpus Christi
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~1610 ftNE
Aquarium, Zoo, Park
Texas State Aquarium, Corpus Christi
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~680 ftE
Museum, Art museum
Art Museum of South Texas, Corpus Christi
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~1330 ftW
Sport complex, Sport venue, Sport
Whataburger Field, Corpus Christi
7 min walk • Whataburger Field is a minor league baseball stadium located in Corpus Christi, Texas, United States. It is home to the Corpus Christi Hooks, the Double-A affiliate of the Houston Astros.
1 miS
Monuments and statues, Sculpture, View point
Mirador de la Flor, Corpus Christi
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~1260 ftSE
Convention center, Entertainment, Sport venue
American Bank Center, Corpus Christi
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1.1 miS
Church, Spanish colonial revival architecture
Corpus Christi Cathedral, Corpus Christi
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~910 ftN
Bridge
Corpus Christi Harbor Bridge, Corpus Christi
5 min walk • The Corpus Christi Harbor Bridge is a through arch bridge located in Corpus Christi, Texas which carries six lanes of U.S. Route 181 and Texas State Highway 35 from downtown Corpus Christi to Rincon Point, known to locals as North Beach. The harbor bridge crosses the Corpus Christi Ship Channel and handles nearly 26,000 vehicles daily.
0.7 miS
Cemetery, Historical place
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~690 ftSW
27°48'32"N • 97°23'47"W
Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures and Education Center, Corpus Christi
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History open?

Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History?

Nearby attractions include Art Museum of South Texas, Corpus Christi (4 min walk), Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures and Education Center, Corpus Christi (4 min walk), Corpus Christi Harbor Bridge, Corpus Christi (5 min walk), Texas State Aquarium, Corpus Christi (8 min walk).

How to get to Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History by public transport?

The nearest stations to Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History:

Bus

Cc History Museum • Lines: 76, 78 (2 min walk)
Ortiz Port Facility • Lines: 76, 78 (3 min walk)