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What’s more interesting than collecting beer bottle tops? The artwork that was created from them! There is a place you need to go check out in Lamar Texas called Pops Tavern & Cafe. Known by the locals as "Pops Place".



It has some really cool Fish Art and mural wall creations on display. All of their masterpieces are made out of old beer bottle tops collected at the establishment's bar and grill over the years, which you can see for yourself when visiting this unique spot across the bridge from Rockport Texas.



We love going to "Pop's Place" for their great food, and ice-cold beer. It's a short drive across the bridge but well worth it. The first thing you'll notice besides all the friendly faces is its beautiful one-of-a-kind artwork.



The art projects were done by the owners of Pops before hurricane Harvey caused significant damage to the building. Luckily the priceless artworks were untouched or damaged in the storm.




The artist behind these magnificent pieces is a true master of their craft. Each fish bottle top was carefully selected and placed with perfect precision to create these large, one-of-a-kind beautiful custom art designs that are wonderfully displayed on the walls at Pop's Place.


You can click on the pictures to take a better look...


Here is a photo of the Texas Flag Mural in their bathroom.



The artist's hand is very evident in this piece. It looks like they took their time selecting bottle tops and carefully placing them where they looked pleasing to the eye.



How many bottles of beer do you think it took to make these fabulous works of art? I've actually tried to count all the caps but usually get distracted before I hit 100. These are truly one-of-a-kind art pieces. I would love to have them on my wall but they are not for sale. The only way to get a good idea is to go and check them out yourself. You won't be disappointed.


Check them out!


Pop’s Tavern and Cafe is located in Lamar, Texas. Right across the bridge from Rockport. It’s a one-of-a-kind place with some great food, ice-cold beverages, and a cool place to hang out. They have a full bar, Pool tables, and dartboards to keep you entertained while you wait for another round.








Here are the directions to Pops Place:


You can also call them at 361-729-2862

They are opened

Sunday - Monday & Wednesday - Thursday11:00AM - 8:00PM Friday - Saturday11:00AM - 10:00PM Tuesday Closed.


Give them a try! You won't be disappointed.





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Old Photograph of La Playa Hotel that was once located in Rockport Texas USA
La Playa Hotel in Rockport Texas

Rockport, Texas is a coastal city located on the southern tip of Aransas County. Rockport’s history has been one of the extremes with hurricanes almost destroying the town many times since it was first settled.


An old Map of Aransas County Texas from the 1800's
Map of Aransas County from 1800's

Being a coastal community with sand everywhere. Many people have wondered how Rockport got its name, being that there are no rocks around. This article will explain how the name “Rockport” was chosen as a name.




In the early days of Rockport Texas History


Looking back on its history many people don’t know that after the civil war, Aransas/Refugio counties actually became important cattle ranching and shipping centers around the mid-1800s.



Packing Plants during the Civil War along Fulton Beach Road in Fulton Texas Aransas County USA
Packing Plants during the Civil War along Fulton Beach Road


James M. Doughty, T.H. Mathis, and John M. Mathis constructed cattle pens and a long wharf that extended out into Aransas Bay from a place known in those days as “Rocky Point.” The Rocky Point was actually a limestone ledge that went out to the deep-water channel in Aransas Bay. The ledge also formed a natural harbor that could serve the shipping boats that would arrive for cattle being sent to market.

Painting depicting the early cattle loading pier at rocky point in Rockport Texas
The cattle days of Rockport Texas



Doughty got his brother and half-brothers (Jeremiah and Robert Driscoll) to join the partnership. Warehouses and cattle chutes were built right on the Rocky Point, and range cattle were driven straight from the pastures onto waiting steamships. Soon, the Morgan Steamship line was sending three ships weekly to pick up cattle from the Rocky Point wharf. The ships then went to markets in New Orleans.

There were only about 1,000 people in both Aransas and Refugio counties in 1866. The town needed a name, and the name chosen was “Rockport” – named for the limestone ridge, or Rocky Point. In 1871, Aransas County was created out of the coastal portion of Refugio County. Rockport was incorporated in 1870 and became the county seat in 1871.


Modern Photo of where the old Rocky Point would have been located in Rockport Texas
Old Rocky Point in Rockport Texas

In 1940, when Rockport put in its new harbor, the limestone ledge was dynamited out. The old wharf stood at the end of Wharf Street.




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Visitors to the website can find information about local festivals, markets, and events, as well as details about local businesses, restaurants, and accommodations. The website also features a calendar of events, so visitors can easily plan their trip and make the most of their time in Rockport and Fulton.


In addition to providing information about the local area.


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