The Figurehead
May people have seen the figureheads on ships but may not know what a figurehead actually is and why they adorn the bows of many ancient ships.
Build a Lighthouse
Light the way for summertime by building a lighthouse with us and your little one! Buy a craft bag in the gift shop or do it at home! Each month we will do a new craft! On scheduled open gallery days, kids can do the craft in Kids Cove! Our first month is a DIY…
Hurricane Laura – Triumph Over Nature
aumont, and Mammoet, the Houston Maritime Center presents Triumph Over Nature, a minidocumentary about how the Gulf Coast shipping industry prepares for hurricanes and how ongoing preparedness resulted in favorable outcomes for all parties involved in a shipment during Hurricane Laura in 2020.
Making a Career out of Being Prepared
Peter Jensen had a storied career in the US Coast Guard and with Mobil/ExxonMobil as an Emergency Preparedness Officer. In his Maritime Story, he tells us about his education, getting into the career and some of his responsibilities during his time with the US Coast Guard and Mobil/ExxonMobil.
Starting a Maritime Career – Captain Nick Commiato – MMS
Nick Commiato, a recent graduate of Texas A&M Galveston, tells us about his interest in the maritime industry, what its like going to a maritime college, and how to get your start in a maritime career.
Women in Maritime Panel
Come to our Women in Maritime Industry Panel Discussion on September 15th at 6:00 pm! Ladies from Women Off Shore, Women in Maritime Operations, and Women International Trading and Shipping Association are coming to talk about their experiences as female mariners. Learn more about the maritime industry and how to become with us.
How PT Boats Helped General MacArthur Escape Capture
Smithsonian Magazine has published a great video about the use of PT boats helping General MacArthur evade enemy capture. CLICK HERE to check out the article!
Brown Shipbuilding
Brown Shipbuilding, a subsidiary of Brown and Root Inc., was established in 1941 at the junction of Greens and Buffalo Bayous by Herman and George R. Brown. L.T. Bolin served as Vice-President and General Manager, and his wife and young son, George Bolin participated in many of the 359 ship christenings honoring family members of veterans killed in the war. George will share personal memories along with the history of the company.