HOUSTON – The Battleship Texas has been undergoing restorations, but over the holiday weekend, the project will be put on hold so people can experience history first-hand.
According to a news release, the Battleship Texas will be temporarily reopening on Saturday and Sunday for the first time in nearly two years.
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While visitors will only have access to the main deck and above due to the construction, people will still get the chance to ask questions and see living-history volunteers as well as some artifacts.
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“Visitors will have access to the main deck, superstructure, and the Ward Room,” the website reads. “We will have interactive historic displays in the Ward Room. Just a reminder that most of the anti-aircraft guns have been removed as Battleship Texas is being made ready for the trip to dry dock.”
The ship will be open from 8 a.m. to 5: 30 p.m., according to the battleship’s website. Tickets are on sale for both days. General admission is $10 per adult (ages 12 to 64) and $5 per child (ages 4 to11). Active military and seniors (ages 65+) can also get tickets for $5.
Other things to keep in mind:
- Parking is limited and is available first-come first-served.
- Water will be available for a $1.00 donation.
- Children 3 and under are free.
- Battleship Texas will be following state and local guidelines for COVID-19 protocols.
For more information or to buy tickets, visit BattleshipTexas.org.