Fulton-Bruhl House
409 N. Broadway, Rockport, TX 78382 (see map) MARKER TEXT Built about 1868, this vernacular early Texas home was purchased in 1872 by James C. Fulton, a noted early business and civic leader. Fulton sold the home in 1907 to his son-in-law, Albert L. Bruhl, a pharmacist and civic leader who served three terms as mayor of Rockport. The home exhibits Greek Revival elements and features Italianate porch supports, a five-bay entrance, and oversized dormers. It has remained in the Bruhl family for over eight decades. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark – 1988
Hoopes-Smith House
417 N. Broadway, Rockport, TX 78382 (see map) Prominent local businessman and land developer James M. Hoopes (1839-1931) had this home built between 1890 and 1892. The home later served as a hotel and boardinghouse between 1894 and 1930. It was sold in 1934 to T. Noah Smith, Sr. (1881-1955), a prominent oilman and shipbuilder. Features of the Late Victorian Queen Anne home include milled woodwork, roof cresting, a turret, and stained glass windows. It is regarded as a local landmark. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark – 1989 State Historical Marker Number: 2557
Rockport Big Blue Crab
28°01’36.8″N 97°02’47.0″W 1582 E Laurel St, Rockport, TX 78382 (see map) The Big Blue Crab was originally a fixture on the DelMar Grill from 1957 through 1965. It was moved to Navigation Park in 1965, where it remained until 1976. The crab was constructed from Paper Mache, and met its demise in 1976 after it deteriorated beyond repair.
Fulton Packeries
404 N Fulton Beach Rd, Fulton, TX 78358 (see map)
Cottages and Tourist Courts
302 N Fulton Beach Rd. Fulton, Texas 78358 (see map)
Fulton Community
205 N. 7th Street, Fulton, TX 78358 (see map) MARKER TEXT Located on Aransas Bay, the town of Fulton has a history closely associated with the fishing and shipping industry. The town was founded in 1867 by George Ware Fulton, whose mansion is an important local landmark. Schools, churches, and businesses were quickly established in the town. A one-room schoolhouse, built in 1886, was relocated and adapted for use as a city hall. In recent years tourism and commercial fishing and shrimping have become the city’s most important economic pursuits. The town of Fulton was incorporated in 1978. (1988) Fulton Community Display by Aransas County Historical Commission 106-100 Fulton Beach Rd, Rockport, TX 78382 (see map2)
Fulton Harbor
28°03’49.3″N 97°02’00.5″W (see map) Fulton Harbor is located in downtown Fulton, Texas. Fulton Harbor has historically been a commercial fishing boat harbor, but has become more popular as a recreational boat harbor in recent years.