Birds are often the subject of Rockport's other major interest: art. By remodeling rundown buildings on Austin Street for use as galleries and studios, the Rockport Art Association sparked a restoration of neighboring buildings that now house shops and restaurants.
Twelve miles northeast at 202 S. Palmetto St. is Goose Island State Park; phone (361) 729-2858.
Visitor Centers
Rockport-Fulton Area Chamber of Commerce 319 Broadway St. Rockport, TX 78382. Phone:(361)729-6445 or (800)242-0071