HOUSTON MARITIME MUSEUM

HOUSTON, TX

Houston Maritime Museum is located in Houston, Texas and is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the maritime history of the Gulf Coast region. The museum was established in 2000 and is housed in a 1940s-era building that was once used by the US Coast Guard.

The museum's exhibits include a wide range of artifacts, models, and photographs that highlight the important role that the Gulf Coast has played in maritime history. Visitors can explore exhibits on the early days of exploration and trade in the region, as well as on the development of the shipping and oil industries.

One of the museum's most impressive exhibits is a replica of the 1850s-era tall ship Elissa, which is docked outside the museum's main building. Visitors can tour the ship and learn about the challenges faced by sailors during the golden age of sail.

In addition to its exhibits, the Houston Maritime Museum also hosts a variety of educational programs and events throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and summer camps for children. The museum is open to the public seven days a week and is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the rich maritime history of the Gulf Coast.

HOUSTON MARITIME MUSEUM is a History Museum in HOUSTON TX. US MID #8404801964

The museum is classed as HST (History Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 194,451 from tax period 201306 (YYYYMM).

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• telephone: 7136661910
• website: http://www.houstonmaritimemuseum.org

HOUSTON MARITIME MUSEUM
2204 DORRINGTON ST
HOUSTON
TX
77030-3210

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