FREE ADMISSION INTO MUSEUM
Welcome to Sinton Historical Museum
116 West Sinton Street
Sinton, Texas 78387
Visitor Hours
Tuesday & Wednesday
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Saturday
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
FREE ADMISSION INTO MUSEUM
116 West Sinton Street
Sinton, Texas 78387
Visitor Hours
Tuesday & Wednesday
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Saturday
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The business, named Rialto Barber Shop, got its name from being located next door to the Sinton Rialto movie theater.
Billy McIntyer of Corpus Christi, Texas heard stories of his uncle, Jim Wolfshohl, from his mother. It was from her that he learned of his uncles's barbershop and family connections to Sinton. Billy's parents left Sinton when he was very young, so her had never visited the barber shop or family members in Sinton. It was chance that brought Billy to the Sinton Historical Museum where he was able to make connections to his family history.
Come by museum during our visitor hours to pick up your orders. If your work schedule is not conducive to our visitor hours give us a call at 361.537.9516 (leave a message) OR Email: sintonmuseum116@gmail.com.
Durham's Nuts are so good, we didn't want anyone to lose out, so we ordered extra. Stop by museum to purchase (only cash or checks, please).
Tues. 10 to 3
Wed. 10 to 3
Sat. 10 to 2
Your purchase supports us & helps us to continue our important work of collecting & preserving artifacts to educate the public of the history of Sinton, TX & the area.
We went through our digital photo files and selected twelve of the Sinton community during its early days to feature in our 2025 calendar.
Those who preordered can pick-up at museum during our visitor hours. Bring cash or check for $15. For special pick-up arrangements email : sintonmuseum116@gmail.com
Those who missed our pre-sell drive still have opportunity to purchase a calendar. Come by the museum during our visitor hours or call 361.649.9767 for more information.
Those who attended the museum's event "Coffee with the Mayor" on September 18, left well-informed on the latest happenings in the City of Sinton.
The Sinton Historical Museum was honored to have hosted this free event to the public.
Once upon a time, the local newspaper, The San Patricio County News, used to run business ads that featured members of the Sinton High School team during football season. This ad from the Sinton Feed & Seed Store included a photo of Fernando Hernandez. This young man later became owner and sole proprietor of the popular Tasty Taco restaurant in town (late 1960's to mid-1970's). Hernandez claims to be the creator of the tortilla burger which is now a popular food item in South Texas.
Hernandez is currently in his early 90's. He and his wife still live in Sinton. This item was brought to the museum by his daughter, D. Jimenez. No exact date was provided, but probably the late 1940's.
The Sinton Texas Historical Museum collects and preserves historical artifacts relating to the early settlers of the Sinton, Texas area and their descendants for the purpose of educating the public and future generations of the local and area history and its part in the story of Texas.
Dream becomes Reality
A small group of Sinton residents were concerned that the history of the community was being lost to the younger generation. In order to preserve the local history the group advocated for a museum and collected artifacts from Sinton and area residents. After some years, a building was finally secured and the museum doors opened to the public in 2011.
We are non-Profit
The Museum is a non-profit organization that relies on monetary donations, grants and fundraising to cover operational and programming expenses.
Group Tours
We offer small group tours and welcome class reunions and family reunions. Call ahead for arrangements.
The first board meeting was held January 25,2006.
Sitting: Jessica Bates, Sharon Weaver, Kimberly Nelson, Johnnie Sue Littleton.
Standing: Elizabeth Fagan, Loretta Moody, Melanie Thomas.
No pictured: Linda Moore
Your donation in support of the Sinton Historical Museum will enable us to continue with our mission of preserving the area history. Donations are greatly appreciated!
You may make a donation in the name of a deceased loved one that has a connection to Sinton, Texas. The name will be added to the memorial plaque that hangs in the front room.
Donate old Sinton High School yearbooks to the museum. This is one way to help preserve the history of Sinton ISD.
Maroon and White of Sinton High, Hail! Hail! Hail!
Our Collection bin has easy access and is located along North McCall St.
This utility trailer was customized by the students of the Coastal Bend College Welding Department. The trailer was funded by the Port of Corpus Christi.
The museum provides the only collection bin for aluminum cans in the City of Sinton.
The cans are transferred from the collection bin on McCall Street onto the utility trailer. They are then towed by vehicle 5 miles to Camacho's for recycling.
The Bin on Wheels is at times displayed at local and area events to provide individuals opportunity to participate in the first step of recycling.
116 West Sinton Street, Sinton, Texas 78387, United States
Mon | Closed | |
Tue | 10:00 am – 03:00 pm | |
Wed | 10:00 am – 03:00 pm | |
Thu | Closed | |
Fri | Closed | |
Sat | 10:00 am – 02:00 pm | |
Sun | Closed |
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