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.
Grab your skates and show off your skills on a 15,000 square-foot roller skating rink with a maple wood skate floor at Sk8Land, the only roller skating rink serving the coastal Bend. With over 40 years of experience in rollerskating, Sk8Land offers great family roller skating entertainment. They feature their very own skate shop, and repairs are in-house. They also have a full-sized snack bar to re-energize your stamina for more skating fun.
Join in on the fun at Ojos Locos Sports Cantina, where you can enjoy the laid-back sports cantina and sit back and relax after a hard day’s work, watch your favorite team play, party with friends, dine with family and enjoy outgoing and friendly service. Sports lovers can enjoy the state-of-the-art wall-to-wall HD TVs broadcasting sports all day as you grab a bite of the delicious made-from-scratch Mexican food, ice-cold beer, and crazy drinks to keep you coming back for more.
Return to the past as you step aboard the USS Lexington Museum, where you'll experience the World War II aircraft carrier that symbolizes the perseverance and determination of sailors, pilots, and military personnel who fought for freedom during the war. The floating museum features self-guided tours through the ship's maze of tunnels and ladders. Five self-guided tours cover 100,000 square feet and 11 decks. Sections of the ship that are open to the public include the hangar deck, engine room and sick bay, gallery deck, flight deck, navigation bridge, pilot house, and a chart house.