CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — In a modest yellow house nestled in the heart of Corpus Christi, a group of dedicated volunteers are working to preserve Hispanic heritage while honoring local heroes.

The Lichtenstein House, home to the Museum of Hispanic Cultures .

“A lot of people from the city of Corpus don't realize it but this is a beautiful little Hispanic museum, the only Hispanic museum in the Coastal Bend,” said Joe Benavidez, a Marine Corps combat veteran and president of the Instituto de Cultura Hispánica, which operates the museum.

Visitors from around the globe have walked through the doors to experience exhibits that reflect Hispanic traditions, history, and identity. The museum features a wide array of cultural artifacts.

“We have a lot of items from all different areas. Anywhe

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