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Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History

1900 N. Chaparral Street, Corpus Christi, TX
361-826-4667
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4.0 of 5 stars 11 Reviews
Type: Science Museums
Owner description: Popular with families, the museum focuses on the history and culture of South Texas with something for everyone, including relics from a 1554...... more » Owner description: Popular with families, the museum focuses on the history and culture of South Texas with something for everyone, including relics from a 1554 shipwreck, recreations of two of the three ships used for Columbus's voyage to the New World, an interactive weather station, a children's section with marine activities and numerous artifacts. « less
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Houston
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2012

I went just to see the Columbus replica ships but noticed that the museum had some very nice exhibits about early Texas history as well as a wide range of other subjects. The replica ships are in a sad state as there is little money to keep them from rotting away. Still.....it's worth the trip as you do get to... More

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Austin, Texas
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43 reviews 43 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2012
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My husband and I enjoyed seeing the two columbus ships. They are in need of repair but still very interesting. The rest of the museum was good as well. We took 3 hours touring the museum. The price of $12 was well worth it. More

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Austin, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 20, 2012

This was a great place to visit, tons of information and things for the kids to do. More

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Huntsville, Texas
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 11, 2012

it was a little dated and there was a big rush of 6 year olds but overall i learned a little bit More

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Harrisonville, Missouri
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 1, 2012

I wasn't exceptionally impressed with this place. It's definitely not as kid friendly as other science and history museums in other cities. I love museums, but even I found myself a little bored going through this one. More

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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed September 12, 2011
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My 6 year old loves museums so while in Corpus we checked this one out. We got there around 10AM and they were just starting a story and craft time. This was a neat surprise for our family. After the craft was over we wandered the museum. It had plenty to see, but Don't go in expecting it to be... More

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Albuquerque, New Mexico
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 12, 2011
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This museum is fantastic!! They have replicas of the Pinta, and the Santa Maria. Lots of history and science exhibits too. We spent almost 5 hours here, and for $12 we felt we got a good deal! The art museum is next door and it's free. More

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Grand Rapids, Michigan
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23 reviews 23 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 6, 2011
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The small museum has an interesting gem collection and is restoring the two Columbus ship replicas damaged when a cargo ship went astray in the port. There's also a nice kid section that lets them learn and run off some of that energy. More

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Orlando, Florida
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 31, 2010
4
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Easy to find, easy to park and free parking. Well laid out and you are given a map to help you navigate round. Lots of interesting exhibits but in nearly all cases the place is geared up for educating children. This is a good thing but adults like museums too and this one could be perceived as just a bit... More

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Lufkin, Texas
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 10, 2010
3
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The desire to see Columbus' ships took us to the museum, but from the time we walked in the door, our grandchildren - ages 8 through 14 - were enthralled. We had planned to stay about an hour. It easily stretched into three. They enjoyed the exhibits far more than either the aquarium or the USS Lexington aboard which their... More

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