Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History

Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History is in Bayfront Arts and Science Park at 1900 N. Chaparral St. Visitors can view innovative exhibits focused on promoting history, culture and science exploration. Highlights include Prehistoric Predators & Prey, Coastal Ecology, Hall of Earth Science, the Kenedy Gallery (home to technology from the late 1800s) and Corpus Christi (a look at the area's varied culture from the Krankawa tribe to the citizens of today). Cultural Encounters features artifacts from the 1686 French La Belle shipwreck, while the H-E-B Science Center offers touch tables and a shaded playground. A Xeriscape Garden is available free to the public.

Time: Allow 1 hour, 30 minutes minimum.