[Big Boomer]

Will be attending the "Vette's and Jet's on the Lex" in Corpus this coming weekend and am a bit confused.

It is listed as a "museum" but don't know if it still qualifies as a "federal building".

Can I keep a firearm in the car that will be hoisted on top of the aircraft carrier? And two, can I carry one myself or do I have to leave them all back at the hotel???

Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

[CleverNickname]

The Nueces County Appraisal District (http://www.ncadistrict.com/tax_info.htm) lists the owner of 2914 N Shoreline Boulevard as "THE LADY LEX MUSEUM".

The USS Lexington museum website says: "The USS LEXINGTON Museum on the Bay is a private, non-profit organization that relies on your admission fees and Donations to continue to provide the best experience for our patrons." (http://www.usslexington.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=3&Itemid=15)

I've carried there, myself.

[NavyLCDR]

If they want to prohibit guns, they will have to post the Texas 30.06 sign.

[Dave P]

Weapons not allowed on a naval warship??

[NavyLCDR]

Weapons not allowed on a naval warship??

It's not a Naval warship. It is a private museum. If it was a Naval warship, private firearms/weapons would NOT be allowed, except with express permission of the Commanding Officer who, now, must also follow Department of Defense and Department of Navy guidelines regarding private firearms possession on Federal property.

[xwray]

My dad served on the Grey Ghost...a lot of history connected with her. Enjoy your visit.

[NMGonzo]

"There is no fighting in the war room!!!"

[Cop Bob]

Call them and ask.... what can it hurt...
It is a well done interpretation.. I have spent many hours on board... My last trip (sadly about 10 years ago) they were setting up for a crew reunion, Hank Williams Jr was to play... Did a walk through of the Hangar Deck with a WWII vet... great stories..

[Scarface]

I qualified as a Carrier pilot on the Lex in 1969 in a T-28. Last of the wooden deck carriers. Both the Lexington and the T-28 are retired and I'm still working. ?

[searcher451]

For whatever reason, this thread reminds me of one of the many great scenes from "Dr. Strangelove":

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAeqVGP-GPM