Museum of the Gulf Coast, Regional heritage museum in Port Arthur, United States
The Museum of the Gulf Coast displays over 35,000 artifacts documenting the natural history and cultural development of the Texas-Louisiana Gulf Coast region.
Founded in 1964, the museum preserves the maritime heritage and industrial growth of Port Arthur through exhibits about petroleum production and coastal trade.
The Music Hall of Fame section presents more than 80 regional musicians, including Janis Joplin, alongside the Notable People and Sports Legends galleries.
Located at 700 Procter Street, the museum opens Monday through Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM with guided tours available upon reservation.
The museum maintains MOGC Radio, broadcasting music from Hall of Fame inductees and regional content throughout the Texas-Louisiana Gulf Coast area.
Location: Port Arthur
Inception: 1964
Website: http://museumofthegulfcoast.org
GPS coordinates: 29.87316,-93.93291
Latest update: March 17, 2025 05:05
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