Location: Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi holds massive significance in music history as the global capital of Tejano music and the epicenter of Selena Quintanilla’s legacy. It also pioneered early racial integration in Texas through the historic Galvan Ballroom, and hosts the world’s longest-running free jazz festival.

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Corpus Christi: South Texas Music Walk of Fame

Wander along the tiles year-round for free, soaking up the stories behind music traditions

Wander along the tiles year-round for free, soaking up the stories behind South Texas music traditions.

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Corpus Christi: Selena Memorial

Celebrating the life of the legendary Tejano star

The Selena Memorial, also known as Mirador de la Flor, is a monument in Corpus Christi, dedicated to the memory of Selena Quintanilla-Pérez (b: Lake Jackson, Texas, April 16, 1971-d: March 31, 1995). The memorial features a life-size bronze statue of Selena, created by sculptor H.W. "Buddy" Tatum, which stands…

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Corpus Christi: Selena Museum

Celebrating the life and legacy of the renowned Tejano singer

The Selena Museum in Corpus Christi celebrates the life and legacy of Selena Quintanilla-Pérez, the renowned Tejano singer and cultural icon.

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