1THE FOUNDATION1

The Battleship Texas Commission was established in 1948 to preserve and enhance the Battleship TEXAS and was the major player in bringing the ship to the Lone Star State.

In 1998 the Commission was renamed the Battleship Texas Foundation. Today, the Foundation exists as an advocate for the TEXAS, and to help develop the historic ship into a premier hands-on museum and visitor attraction.

The Battleship Texas Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and partners with Texas Parks and Wildlife in it's mission. Donations and sponsorships make a direct impact on the success of Battleship Texas programs, including restoration, preservation, tours and education.

1OUR ROLE1

Crew
The Battleship Texas Foundation assists with the following ongoing preservation efforts and educational outreach programs:
  • Providing financial support for the restoration and promotion of the Battleship Texas, in cooperation with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
  • Operating and organizing educational tours, such as the Overnight Program
  • Increasing public awareness of the USS Texas history as well as her current and future preservation needs
  • Assisting in sustaining an active veterans affairs program

1THE BOARD1

Anthony K. Gregory

Chairman

Thomas J. Perich

Vice Chairman

Rey Gonzales

Secretary

Donald H. Fischer

Treasurer

Brad Bouillion

Clifford H. Royal

David W. Dewhurst

J. Weldon Koenig

Jimmy Burke

John E. O’Neill

Michael N. Pearson

Theodore S. Hirtz

1OUR STAFF1

Bruce D. Bramlett

Executive Director

Kandace Trujillo

Program Director, Overnight Education Program

1THE DREADNOUGHT1

Winter 2017

Winter 2016

Winter 2015

Winter 2014

Summer 2018

Summer 2017

Summer 2016

Summer 2015

Summer 2014

Spring 2018

Spring 2017

Spring 2016

Spring 2015

Spring 2014

Fall 2017

Fall 2016

Fall 2015

Fall 2014

1VISIT THE SHIP1

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OVERNIGHTS ON THE SHIP

The overnight program is led by knowledgeable docents that take participants through this 1914 vintage battleship that saw service in both World Wars I & II.
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HARD HAT TOURS

A behind the scenes look at the Battleship TEXAS. During this in-depth, 3 ½ hour long tour, you will explore areas of the ship that have not had any restoration.