The Houston Maritime Center & Museum sparks curiosity and connection through engaging educational programs offered both on-site and throughout the community. At the heart of our mission is education—preserving the legacy of the Houston Ship Channel, curating immersive exhibits, maintaining historical archives, and expanding digital access for learners of all ages.
Your sponsorship helps us broaden our reach, support maritime workforce development, and share Houston’s powerful maritime story with the world!
Sponsorships Include
- Prominent logo placement on all event and promotional materials
- Sponsor recognition with logo and clickable link on the Houston Maritime Center & Museum homepage
- Sponsorship announcement in the HMC&M e-newsletter with clickable link
- Social media recognition across all HMC&M platforms
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Website & Digital Experience
$7,500.00 / YearEnsure the digital presence remains dynamic, engaging, and accessible to audiences worldwide. Your support allows us to maintain and enhance our website, preserve and share our growing digital archives, and provide visitors with a seamless online experience that reflects the excellence of our museum. Together, we can expand the museum’s reach and inspire a deeper appreciation for maritime history and innovation. -
Classroom Education Programs
$7,500.00 / YearSupport the development of our classroom modules. These are designed to bring the maritime world into the classroom at all ages, promoting maritime careers and educating students on Houston’s maritime history and the history of the Houston ship channel. -
Family Days
$5,000.00 / YearYour sponsorship supports free community events where families enjoy interactive exhibits, hands-on maritime activities and educational experiences that spark curiosity and connection. With your support, we can continue creating meaningful moments and expand our outreach to even more families in Houston and beyond. -
Artifact & Archive Preservation
$5,000.00 / YearYour sponsorship helps preserve maritime history by supporting the care, upkeep, and cataloging of our archives and artifacts—ensuring these treasured pieces of our past are protected and accessible for generations to come. -
Treasure Chest
$2,000.00 / YearWhen children successfully complete the scavenger hunt in the museum, they get to visit our beloved Treasure Chest. Your sponsorship ensures it’s filled with fun surprises for our young explorers all year long. -
Maritime Monday
$1,200.00 / Per EventSponsor one of our monthly “Maritime Monday” evenings! Guests will hear insights from a prominent industry leader and enjoy a happy hour social and after-hours viewing of the museum exhibits. It’s a great opportunity for industry professionals to network and connect over shared interests while enjoying the museum in an exclusive setting. -
Event Sponsor
$25,000.00- Two premier tables for ten
- Name on the title page of the invitation
- Four tickets to private Honoree appreciation event
- Ten tickets to private Underwriter Reception
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Vista Deck
$15,000.00- One premier table for ten
- Eight invitations to the private Underwriter Reception
- Your name or logo included in all event materials
- Special Vista Deck Underwriter gift
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Veranda Deck
$10,000.00- One ballroom table for ten
- Four invitations to the private Underwriter Reception
- Your name or logo included in all event materials
- Special Veranda Deck Underwriter gift
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Promenade Deck
$7,500.00- One ballroom table for ten
- Two invitations to the private Underwriter Reception
- Your name or logo included in all event materials
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Weather Deck
$4,000.00- Limited availability
- One Weather Deck table for ten
- Your name or logo included in all event materials
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Audio Visual Sponsor
$7,500.00
