Foundation
Battleship Texas was decommissioned and commemorated as a museum and memorial on April 21st, 1948 – the day the Texas Republic won its independence 112 years before. Seven decades later and Battleship Texas still stands as mighty as the State for which she is named, and a symbol of US naval power.
Founded in 1998 as a registered 501(c)3 non-profit, the Battleship Texas Foundation exists today as an advocate for Battleship Texas, and to help develop the historic ship into a premier hands-on museum and visitor attraction. August 1st, 2020, Battleship Texas Foundation began operating Battleship Texas on behalf of the State of Texas. Donations and sponsorships make a direct impact on the success of Battleship Texas programs, including restoration, preservation, tours, and education.
Our Mission
To preserve and operate the Battleship Texas as a dignified, dynamic, living embodiment of our heritage that educates, inspires pride, and spurs civic engagement.
Our Board
Thomas J. Perich
Chairman
Rey Gonzales
Secretary
Jack E. Blake Jr.
Brad Bouillion
Jimmy Burke
Anthony K. Gregory
Michael N. Pearson
Scott Rice
Thomas C. Wright
Staff
Anthony K. Gregory
CEO/President
Travis Davis
COO/VP of Ship Operations
Debbi Elliott-Griffith
VP of Development
Kandace Trujillo Gilman
VP of Education & Visitor Experience
In Memoriam
Bruce Bramlett
Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer (Retired), Board Member
Financial Information
Battleship Texas Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit and therefore files a Form 990 with the IRS every fiscal year. Our recent Form 990s are available here. Our 2025 tax year (Sep 1, 2024 to Aug 31, 2025) Form 990 is not yet available.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
