Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History

What Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History does

The Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit regional museum founded in 1957 and headquartered at 1900 N Chaparral St in Corpus Christi, Texas. The institution operates a single physical location serving the Coastal Bend region and delivers programming across science, history, and regional culture through permanent and rotating exhibits, hands-on maker spaces (the Collaboratory and Museum Makerspace), themed Discovery Carts, and live demonstrations. Its technology stack is centered on physical interactive learning rather than digital platforms, with Veevart serving as the SaaS ticketing backbone for online admissions and event registration.

The museum generates revenue across six streams: general admission ticket sales, individual and business memberships (subscription/recurring), corporate sponsorships (multi-year contracts with presenting sponsors such as Valero, HEB, Pepsi, ExxonMobil Foundation, and AEP Texas), tax-deductible donations, and facility rentals for private events. Signature events anchor both programming and fundraising, including the annual Geek Gala (adult and Jr. variants), Club Curious after-hours events, STEM Day by the Bay, Cultures on the Coast, Weather Fest, and Seas the Day. Educational programming includes monthly Homeschool Day sessions, Summer STEAM Adventures camps, the Curious Conversations lecture series, and scout/teacher-student field trip programs.

Operationally, the museum runs with approximately 25 employees, is governed by a Board of Directors chaired by Elizabeth Susser, and is led by CEO Karen Stevenson. Day-to-day operations are supported by a deep community partnership network of 25+ recurring collaborators spanning universities (Texas A&M Corpus Christi and Kingsville), state and federal agencies (Texas Parks and Wildlife, NOAA, Padre Island National Seashore), conservation groups (Texas Master Naturalists, Texas Sealife Center, Coastal Bend Bays and Estuaries Program), and local cultural organizations (Karankawa Tribe of Texas, Black Chamber of Commerce). The go-to-market motion is hybrid event-driven and community-led, with marketing distributed across the museum's website, email newsletter, social media, and partner channels.

Name

Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History

Legal name

Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History

Website

https://ccmuseum.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1957

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit regional museum founded in 1957 in Corpus Christi, Texas, serving Coastal Bend families, homeschoolers, and community members through science and history exhibits, maker-space programming, educational camps, and signature community events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Science and History Museum Services

NAICS

Museums (712110), Museums (71211)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Science & Technology Museums (THAJADAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Museums & Heritage Sites (History, Science, Specialty) (BPAGAHAA), History Museums (THAJADAB), Hands-on Science Exploration & Experiments (Lab Kits, Science Clubs) (EDAMABAA), Performing Arts & Cultural Event Venues (Theaters, Museums) (THAHAAAG)

Keywords

• Science museum education
• History museum exhibits
• STEM education programs
• Museum event hosting
• Community cultural programming

Headquarters

HQ city

Corpus Christi, Texas

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. General Admission Tickets: Revenue from admission fees for non-members visiting the museum during regular hours and special events.
2. Event Tickets: Revenue from special event admissions including Geek Gala, Club Curious, and other signature events.
3. Memberships: Annual and multi-year memberships providing free admission, discounts, and exclusive access to members.
4. Corporate Sponsorships: Sponsorship revenue from corporate partners including presenting sponsors for events and programs.
5. Donations: Tax-deductible contributions from individuals and organizations supporting museum programs and exhibits.
6. Facility Rentals: Revenue from renting museum spaces for private events, birthday parties, and corporate functions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History operates a regional science and history museum offering public admission to interactive exhibits, hands-on maker-space programming, structured educational curricula for homeschool and school groups, summer STEAM camps, and a calendar of community and signature events. Revenue is generated through ticket sales, memberships, corporate sponsorships, donations, and private venue rentals.

Product overview

The Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History operates as a regional cultural institution offering a portfolio of visitor-facing programs and services. Core offerings include general museum admission with access to permanent and rotating exhibits, and annual membership programs. Educational initiatives encompass Homeschool Day monthly programs, Summer STEAM Adventures camps, the Curious Conversations lecture series, and the Collaboratory maker space. Signature events include the Geek Gala (adult and family versions), Club Curious after-hours socials, STEM Day by the Bay, Cultures on the Coast, Weather Fest, and community events. The museum also provides venue rental services for private events and birthday parties. The museum uses the Veevart ticketing platform for online admissions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• General Admission Standard museum entry allowing access to all permanent exhibits and displays at the Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History for individual visitors and families.
• Museum Membership Annual membership program offering free admission, discounts on events, exclusive member-only programming, and other benefits including Business Membership and McGregor Society premium tiers for individuals and families.
• Homeschool Day Programs Monthly educational programs for homeschool students covering topics such as engineering, chemistry, anatomy, Texas archaeology, and environmental science with hands-on activities.
• Summer STEAM Adventures Summer camp programs combining science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics activities for children during school break periods.
• Curious Conversations Lecture Series Free public lecture series featuring expert speakers on topics including robotics, coastal ecosystems, geology, and regional history.
• Geek Gala Annual fundraising gala event featuring science-themed programming, interactive exhibits, and community engagement; includes Geek Gala (adults 21+) and Geek Gala Jr. (family-friendly) variants.
• Club Curious After-hours social events for adults featuring themed programming, night markets, drinks, and hands-on demonstrations in a museum setting.
• STEM Day by the Bay Free admission STEM-focused community event featuring hands-on science activities, bridge building, catapult launches, and engineering experiments, presented by Valero.
• Cultures on the Coast Annual community event celebrating regional cultural diversity through performances, food, music, art, and interactive experiences representing the Coastal Bend area.
• Museum Exhibits Permanent and rotating exhibits covering science, history, and regional culture including the Purple Heart Exhibit, Coastal Bend heritage displays, and interactive science stations.
• The Collaboratory A maker space facility within the museum where all ages can create, invent, and learn the engineering design process using various maker space materials.
• Venue Rental Facility rental services for private events including birthday parties and corporate or community gatherings at the museum's downtown Corpus Christi location.

Quantifiable outcome

• Free admission events throughout the year
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

27 partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and minor.

• ValeromajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 26 July 2025Presenting sponsor for STEM Day by the Bay events. Provides funding for hands-on STEM activities including bridge building, catapults, volcano experiments, and more. Valero has been a consistent sponsor of the museum's signature STEM programming.
• HEBmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor for Spring and More Block Party event featuring kids' activities, music, museum fun, and spring handouts. Strong community partner supporting family programming.
• PepsimajorGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor for Community Hero Day celebrating local heroes with live demonstrations and museum activities.
• ExxonMobil FoundationcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor for Buc Days STEAM Day educational programming for elementary and junior high students.
• AEP TexasmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor for Weather Fest featuring weather-related learning, hands-on activities, AEP Mobile Unit, drone demonstrations, and KIII-TV Weather Team Q&A.
• Texas A&M University-Corpus ChristicoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partner contributing speakers for Curious Conversations lecture series and educational programming. Atmospheric Science Program participates in Weather Fest.
• Texas A&M University-KingsvilleminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerParticipating partner in Buc Days STEAM Day leading junior high stations.
• Texas Master NaturalistscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegular community partner providing education on water conservation, butterfly life cycle, aquatic ecosystems, and geoscience. Participates in multiple events including Seas the Day and Weather Fest.
• Texas Surf ConservancycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for Science of Oysters homeschool programming and Seas the Day. Co-founded by Brad Lomax, provides free educational programs about oyster ecosystems and coastal conservation.
• Texas Sealife CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParticipates in community events with marine wildlife conservation education, sea turtle rescue outreach, and live animal ambassadors.
• UT Marine Science InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partner participating in Seas the Day and other marine-themed events.
• Padre Island National SeashorecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment partner participating in Seas the Day showcasing coastal and marine resources.
• Texas State Aquarium's Wildlife Rescue CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParticipates in community events with wildlife conservation education and live animal presentations.
• Texas Parks and WildlifecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment partner participating in Seas the Day and other environmental education events.
• Coastal Bend Bays and Estuaries ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnvironmental organization partner participating in Seas the Day focusing on coastal ecosystem education.
• KIII-TV Weather TeamminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal media partner for Weather Fest providing live Q&A panel and Color Your Weather station.
• South Texas Amateur Radio ClubminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity organization demonstrating emergency response equipment and communication techniques at Weather Fest.
• NOAA National Weather ServiceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFederal agency providing behind-the-scenes look at forecasting, warnings, and climate services at Weather Fest.
• Workforce SolutionsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner providing Mobile Unit Tours at STEM Day by the Bay.
• This One's for the GalscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization providing Build & Charge! Workshop introducing electricity concepts and career pathways at STEM events. Also leads junior high stations at Buc Days STEAM Day.
• Weird CorpusminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal partner co-presenting Club Curious evening events including Fairy Field Guide and Nocturnal Creatures.
• Garcia LawminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal law firm co-presenting Club Curious evening events for adults.
• Dunkin'minorGTM or Marketing PartnerDonut and coffee sponsor for community input sessions 'Your Story, Your CCMSH: Plan with Us!'
• Black Chamber of CommerceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity organization participating in Cultures on the Coast event celebrating regional diversity.
• Indigenous People Coastal BendminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity organization participating in Cultures on the Coast event.
• Karankawa Tribe of TexasminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndigenous community representatives participating in Cultures on the Coast and featured in Curious Conversations lecture by Randy Bissell on Karankawa landscapes.
• Refinery Terminal Fire Co.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity hero organization participating in Community Hero Day.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Texas State Aquarium: Located in Corpus Christi, the Texas State Aquarium serves the same Coastal Bend visitor base with marine science education, family programming, and signature events. Directly competes for local family entertainment and tourism dollars.

Direct peers

• Children's Museum of Houston: One of the largest children's museums in the U.S., focused on hands-on science, math, and technology learning. Comparable family/STEM audience and maker-style exhibits.
• Fort Worth Museum of Science and History: A Texas-based museum explicitly combining science and history programming under one roof. Highly comparable operating model (interactive exhibits, maker spaces, signature events, school programs) and similar mission of regional STEM and cultural education.
• Witte Museum: San Antonio-based museum combining natural history, science, and Texas heritage with interactive exhibits and educational programming. Closely comparable combination of science-and-history programming under one roof.
• Discovery Children's Museum: Las Vegas-based children's museum with interactive science exhibits and maker programming. Comparable emphasis on hands-on STEM learning and family engagement.
• Science Museum Oklahoma: Regional science museum in Oklahoma City offering hands-on STEM exhibits, maker spaces, and educational programs. Comparable scale and programmatic mix targeting families and school groups.
• The DoSeum: San Antonio's children's museum emphasizing hands-on STEM, maker spaces, and early-childhood science exploration. Comparable target audience (families with children) and experiential learning model.
• Thinkery (Austin Children's Museum): Austin-based children's museum with STEAM-focused interactive exhibits, maker programs, and family programming. Comparable mission of informal STEM education and similar operational scale for a regional audience.

Broad incumbents

• Houston Museum of Natural Science: A much larger Texas science museum with permanent exhibits, traveling exhibits, and educational programming across multiple locations. Comparable science education focus but at significantly greater scale and broader geographic reach.
• Perot Museum of Nature and Science: Major Dallas-based science museum focused on hands-on STEM learning, maker experiences, and signature events. Comparable programmatic emphasis on interactive exhibits and STEM education but at metropolitan scale with broader reach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

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