Everything you need to know about the ‘shrimping’ business

PORT ISABEL — The Museums of Port Isabel and the Laguna Madre Museum Foundation are proud to present the “Telling our Stories” series of 2016 on Thursday, Feb. 25.

The event will be held at 7 p.m. at the Treasures of the Gulf Museum, 308 East Railroad Ave. This month’s topic will be on “shrimping” and given by Inocente Zurita.

The evening is expected to be entertaining as Zurita will give a history of shrimping with emphasis on the Port Isabel and local area. All locals and visitors are welcome to attend the free presentation. Complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be provided.

“Telling our Stories” is an educational program aimed to preserve the heritage of the city of Port Isabel and the Laguna Madre area. The program is co-sponsored by the Museums of Port Isabel and the Laguna Madre Foundation. The program is presented the fourth Thursday of each month from January through September at the Treasures of the Gulf Museum. Visit www.portisabelmuseum.com for more information.