Art Museum of South Texas, Contemporary art museum in Corpus Christi, US.
The Art Museum of South Texas is a modern museum in Corpus Christi located along the bay, designed with large windows that allow natural light to flood the interior spaces. The structure features a distinctive white concrete form that interacts with the surrounding landscape and water.
The institution started in 1936 as the Centennial Museum and received its current name in 1945 when two art organizations merged. The current building opened in 1972 and represented a significant expansion of the institution's mission and presence in the city.
The collection focuses on artists from the Americas, particularly those based in Texas and the surrounding region. Visitors encounter local artistic expressions that reflect the identity and creative traditions of South Texas.
The museum provides free admission during regular community events and offers educational programs and workshops throughout the year for visitors of all ages. Its location along the bay with expansive windows creates pleasant conditions for viewing art with natural light and outdoor views.
Architect Philip Johnson designed the 1972 building using shell-white concrete and plexiglass in geometric forms that reflect the bay water. This architectural approach turns the museum structure itself into an artistic statement that shifts with the changing light and water throughout the day.
Website: http://artmuseumofsouthtexas.org
GPS coordinates: 27.81026,-97.39292
Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:40
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