
Mr. Zurita, a lifetime resident, born on
December 28, 1954 in the Mexiquito area, the oldest section of Port
Isabel. His father started working in the shrimping associated business
in 1971 for 48 years which he join his father at a later date. Mr.
Zurita & his wife, Frances got married in 1973 & reside in Port
Isabel, Texas.
Please join us for “Growing up in Old Port
Isabel”. All locals and visitors are welcomed to attend this free
presentation. Complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be provided.
‘Telling Our Stories” is an educational
program aimed to preserving the heritage of the City of Port Isabel and
the Laguna Madre area. Our goals are to preserve and educate our local
and natural history through presentations and exhibits. The program is
co-sponsored by the Museums of Port Isabel and the Laguna Museum
Foundation. “Telling Our Stories” is presented on the fourth (4Th)
Thursday of each month from January through September at the Treasures
of the Gulf Museum. Admission is FREE.
Sponsored By:
Museums of Port Isabel & Laguna Madre
Museum Foundation
For more information on Telling Our Stories
or to help sponsor an event, contact Jeannie Marie A. Flores at (956)
943-7602 or visit www.portisabelmuseums.com or you may also send an
email to museumdirector@copitx.com.