This small space hosts contemporary-art exhibitions, which rotate every four to six weeks, with a penchant for emerging artists. The often-provocative installations are thought provoking, but themes can sometimes be mature, so check what's showing before bringing children.
K Space Contemporary
Corpus Christi
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Learn about Gulf Coast marine life, just across from downtown at the southern end of North Beach. Three large handling tanks let you get close to sharks,…
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Padre Island National Seashore
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Fulton Mansion State Historical Park
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A privately owned island just across the ship channel from Port Aransas, known as St Jo to locals. This squat desert island, 2 miles at its widest but 21…
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Home to a view, a few chain restaurants and the luckless Niña Ship Replica.
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8. Museum of Science & History
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