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Galveston Historical Foundation

GHF Heritage Preservation Challenge

The GHF Heritage Preservation Challenge fuels our mission to preserve and revitalize the architectural, cultural and maritime heritage of Galveston.

The 1885 Oppermann Mausoleum

A STORY OF FAMILY, ARCHITECTURE, AND GALVESTON BY HALEY LYNCH AND ELISABETH CARROLL PARKS, #GALVESTONHISTORY CONTRIBUTORS he Oppermann Mausoleum cuts an imposing figure. The domed stone vault towers above the...

2025 ELISSA Day Sails

Join us for a one-of-a-kind outdoor adventure aboard the 1877 Iron Barque ELISSA! 2025 sees the Official Tall Ship of Texas return to the waters of the Gulf of Mexico for her annual day sail series. As one of...

Dickens on The Strand

Brush off your bowlers and prepare your petticoats as Galveston Historical Foundation presents the 51st Annual Dickens on The Strand, held the first weekend in December!

Smarty Pints Trivia Nights

Think you’re the know-it-all of Galveston? Come flex those brain muscles and join us for a series of trivia nights supporting Galveston Historical Foundation and the Tall Ship ELISSA!

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