Discover the hidden treasure of Corpus Christi at Padre Island Art Gallery, where you'll find an exceptional collection of one-of-a-kind artworks. With almost 100 local artists showcasing their masterpieces, there's something for everyone to enjoy. The gallery's monthly exhibitions, classes, and events provide unparalleled opportunities to explore the world of art on the stunning island. In addition to supporting local artists by displaying and selling their work, Padre Island Art Gallery is the go-to destination for unique paintings, jewelry, pottery, furniture, and other household goods.
Enjoy Corpus Christi Tours, as they offer sightseeing, historical, cemetery, ghost, cultural, and other excursions around Corpus Christi. You can explore the fun and artistic side of the culturally diverse community by taking the Art Tours, Ghost Tours, or Family Fun Treks. Or, you can surround yourself with all the historical sites in the beautiful city when you take the Sightseeing Historical Tour or Cemetery Tour.
South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center showcases colorful and unusual plants, including cacti, hibiscus, roses, plumeria, and orchids. Explore the Arid Garden, Water Garden, Sensory Garden, Butterfly Garden, Hummingbird Garden, and the shaded Bird & Butterfly Trail. Take the opportunity to mingle with fluttering butterflies, who will often stop and rest on an available arm or shoulder. Be adventurous and hike the nature trail through 30 acres of native brush to see native plants, deer, javelina, and coyotes.
Aurora Arts Theatre opened its doors in 2010 with a commitment to providing the community with a theatrical venue where the elements of theatre can be enjoyed, practiced, learned, and shared. Their goal is to provide live theatre entertainment for the community and patrons alike, maintaining a professional environment and becoming a new staple in the growing circle of arts in the Corpus Christi area. With the talents and efforts of the community, they bring a variety of quality theatre to be explored and experienced by the growing community.