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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
Acknowledgement
Support for this project funded as part of ARP Act of 2021
Happy Holidays!
The museum will be open New Year's Eve from
10:00 to 3:00 pm.
We will be closed New Year's Day.
The museum will be closed during the week of Christmas.
Sinton Historical Museum Awarded Grant
Coastal Bend Community Foundation Grant
The Coastal Bend Community Foundation (CBCF) was incorporated in 1981 with the mission of improving the quality of life to the seven counties of the Coastal Bend. The Foundation serves donors by providing a vehicle f the establishment of various types of charitable funds designed to fulfill their wishes. Since its inception, the Foundation has distributed over $149 million from donor contributions and revenues to scholarships to students and grants to nonprofit organizations.
The Sinton Historical Museum was awarded $5,000 to upgrade the lighting in the building from outdated florescent lighting to more "friendly" LED lighting. The updated lighting will help to deter fading and thus help to preserve the artifacts on display.
Photo: Irma Cantu (left). museum director. and Trisha Marion , executive board president, hold the grant check awarded by CBCF.
Blast From the Past!
Newspaper Advertisement
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.
Life-Long Resident of Sinton, 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.
Sinton Historical Museum
Mission Statement
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.
Founding Board
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
Make a Donation
Donations Welcomed
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!
Memorial Donations
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.
WWII Army Vet Visits Museum
World War II Veteran, Jose N. Mendez, of Corpus Christi, Texas visits the Sinton Museum and poses in front of photo & medals of Roque Cardenas, Sr.
Maroon and White of Sinton High, Long May You Live!
Yearbook Collection Needs Your Help !
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!
Help Sustain the Environment
We Collect Aluminum Cans
Bring Us Your Aluminum Cans
We Collect Aluminum Cans
Our Collection bin has easy access and is located along North McCall St.
Recycle Bin on Wheels
Bring Us Your Aluminum Cans
We Collect Aluminum Cans
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.
Bring Us Your Aluminum Cans
Bring Us Your Aluminum Cans
Bring Us Your Aluminum Cans
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.
Did You Know?
Researched & Written by Kay Sites
Toy displayed at Sinton Historical Museum
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