Events
Memorial Day
May 26, 2008
The Museum will be OPEN 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Celebrate American heritage with a tour of our exhibits.
EnviroKids Camp A
June 9, 2008
This summer camp focusing on the environment and outdoor recreation runs through June 20. Camp A is designed for children in grades 4 and 5. Camp A is currently FULL, however there is a waiting list. For more info please call 409.984.6453.
Zachary Breaux Jazz Fest
June 14, 2008
Come on down to the Procter Street Pavilion in downtown Port Arthur for this concert celebrating the life and musical contributions of the late Gulf Coast Music Hall of Famer and Port Arthur native Zachary Breaux. Performances begin at 2:00 p.m. and tickets are $10. Sponsored by St. Paul United Methodist Church.
Museum News
World Renowned Artist Passes
A pioneer in abstract expressionism and pop art, Robert Rauschenberg, died in Florida on Monday, May 12 at the age of 82. World renowned for his unique interpretations of painting, sculpture and performance art, Rauschenberg was the first living artist to be featured on the cover of TIME Magazine. Several of his works can be seen in the Robert Rauschenberg Gallery at the Museum of the Gulf Coast.
Personalities of the Gulf Coast
Music Legends
Big Band, Blues, Cajun, Composers, Country, Jazz, Opera, Producers, Rock, Songwriters, Soul, Zydeco, etc. See More...
Sports Legends
Baseball, Basketball, Boxing, Coaching, Football, Golfing, Motorcycle & Automobile Racing, Olympians, etc. See More...
Notable People
Artists, Authors, Businessmen, Doctors, Educators, Entertainers, Military Heroes, Politicians, etc. See More...
Permanent Exhibits
Summary of Exhibits
The Museum of the Gulf Coast displays a wide range of exhibits which interpret the heritage of the Gulf Coast including history, natural history, fine and decorative art and popular culture. Highlights include the largest indoor mural in the Southwest depicting the history of the region from prehistory to the discovery of oil at Spindletop. Also featured are the original fresnel lens of the Sabine Banks lighthouse and two galleries devoted to notable musicians and athletes.
John and Grace Snell Gallery | Robert Rauschenberg Gallery
See more...Rotating Exhibits
Destination Anywhere on view until June 8, 2008
Whether it's a day trip, a weekend get-away or a family vacation, Americans have a fascination with travel. Since the early 20th century, recreational travel has increased along with advances in technology, communication and modes of transportation. For example, the development of America's modern interstate highway system in the 1950s made family vacationing easier and more accessible. Since then, television and the internet have encouraged Americans to explore the world around them.
As southeast Texans begin to make plans for their summer vacations, the Port Arthur Historical Society invites the public to explore how we travel through a new temporary exhibition.
Important Museum Information
Hours of Operation:
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Monday through Saturday
1 p.m. to 5 p.m. - Sunday
Walk-in Admission:
Adults - $3.50
Senior Citizens (62+) - $3.00
Children ages 6-18 - $1.50
Children ages 0-6 - $0.50
Museum of the
Gulf Coast
700 Procter
Port Arthur, TX 77640
(409) 982-7000