History of Corpus Christi, Texas - Wikipedia
Corpus Christi was founded in 1839 by Colonel Henry Lawrence Kinney as Kinney's Trading Post, or Kinney's Ranch, a small trading post to sell supplies to a Mexican revolutionary army camped about 25 miles west, just three years after Texas declared independence from Mexico.
Historic Corpus Christi
Discover must-see historical sites that define this coastal gem. Dive into the heart of Corpus Christi's history and uncover the city's heritage, maritime legacies, and cultural landmarks.
Corpus Christi, TX - TSHA
Sep 20, 2023 · Corpus Christi, a seaport at the mouth of the Nueces River on the west end of Corpus Christi Bay, is the county seat of Nueces County and the largest city on the South Texas coast. It lies at the junction of Interstate 37 and U. S. highways 77 …
30 Moments that Defined Corpus Christi History - The Bend …
Aug 31, 2022 · Corpus Christi is home to some incredible history, here are 30 defining moments in Corpus Christi history that made it the city it is today. It feels like we’ve lived through quite a lot of “once in a lifetime” kinds of historical events in the last few decades.
Corpus Christi History | City of Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi began as a frontier trading post, founded in 1838-39 by Colonel Henry Lawrence Kinney, an adventurer, impresario, and colonizer. The small settlement was called Kinney's Trading Post, or Kinney's Ranch.
Corpus Christi, Texas - Wikipedia
Corpus Christi (/ ˌ k ɔːr p ə s ˈ k r ɪ s t i / KOR-pəs KRIS-tee; Latin for 'Body of Christ') is a coastal city in the South Texas region of the U.S. state of Texas and the county seat and largest city of Nueces County [5] with portions extending into Aransas, Kleberg, and San Patricio counties.
City of Corpus Christi History
Corpus Christi began as a frontier trading post, founded in 1838-39 by Colonel Henry Lawrence Kinney, adventurer-impresario-colonizer. The small settlement, hard-bitten and lawless was called Kinney’s Trading Post, or Kinney’s Ranch.
Walking Tour of Heritage Park - Visit Corpus Christi
Oct 10, 2019 · Take a look at the historic markers in front of each home and use this walking tour as a guide to learn the story behind Corpus Christi’s heritage. 1. The French-Galvan House in the center of Heritage Park was home to Rafael Galvan who was a founding member of the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC).
The History of Corpus Christi Texas
Today, Corpus Christi is a thriving coastal city with a rich history rooted in Spanish and Mexican heritage. Its name continues to celebrate the “Body of Christ” and the city’s founding on the Feast Day of Corpus Christi.
Corpus Christi Landmark Commission – Historical and …
Corpus Christi has a rich variety of architectural and historical resources on which to draw. Many of these resources are well known to members of the community, while others are not as widely recognized.