Coastal Bend Purple Heart Exhibit
Honoring the Stories, Sacrifice, and Legacy of Coastal Bend Purple Heart Recipients
The Purple Heart Exhibit at the Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History is a permanent military history exhibit dedicated to honoring the men and women of the Coastal Bend who have been awarded the Purple Heart in service to our nation.
Most military exhibits tell the story of a war, battle, or campaign. This exhibit tells the story of people. They are our neighbors, family members, veterans, first responders, community leaders, and friends. Each carries a story of service and sacrifice that deserves to be preserved.
Through photographs, military service records, personal histories, artifacts, and recorded interviews, the Purple Heart Exhibit gives visitors an opportunity to discover the people behind one of our nation’s oldest and most sacred military decorations. Behind every Purple Heart is more than a medal, there is a story of courage, sacrifice, family, service, and a life forever changed.
Help Us Preserve Their Story:
The Purple Heart Exhibit is a living exhibit and will continue to grow as additional Coastal Bend Purple Heart recipients and their families share their stories with us.
If you are a Purple Heart recipient in the Coastal Bend—or are submitting the story of a family member—we invite you to help us preserve that history.
