u/tybarious

I'm sharing a post from the BTF.

"Summer is officially here on Galveston Island!

Check out some of the amazing work happening aboard Battleship TEXAS from the talented teams at Gulf Copper LLC.

To learn more, check out the official Battleship TEXAS weekly updates here: youtube.com/@BattleshipTexas

Interested in volunteering? Apply to volunteer today!: battleshiptexas.org/volunteer-apply

Learn how you can support Battleship TEXAS by making a contribution here: battleshiptexas.org/support— at Gulf Copper LLC."

You can apply to volunteer on Battleship TEXAS right now at battleshiptexas.org/volunteer-apply

The original "gun tubs" were removed by the Navy in 1946-1948 while TEXAS was being prepared to become a museum ship. Most of the removed shields were replaced in the 1988-1990 dry dock project, but these two were still absent. The guns that go in them overhang the side of the ship, posing serious safety issues for accessing them both for visitors and staff. A big thank you to Certified Pipe Services Houston, who donated their services to fabricate the new platforms!

Information from Travis Davis from BTF. The new master plan leans into the battleship being part of the part an envisions a new commercial (retail/restaurants/hotels) area and cruiser terminal anchored by the battleship. To see more, click on the link below. https://portofgalveston.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Strategic-Master-Plan-Presentation-2026-1.pdf Note: BTF pointed out they used the wrong battleship in them. However, they are just glad the city is including the battleship in their plans. It will help the ship and make the experience even better.

This is to get it ready to sell in my bricklink store but I would love to keep it for my collection. Money is too tight to not to.