Broadway Beauties Walking Tour
1895 Moody Mansion 2618 Broadway, Galveston, TX, United StatesStroll by twenty of Galveston’s most elegant mansions as we learn about their families, their impact on the city, and how a small group of gifted architects shaped the Galveston we know today. From the Moody Mansion on the west to the iconic Bishop’s Palace on the east and back, little detours will reveal hidden […]
Sacred Places Walking Tour
1859 St. Joseph's Church 2202 Avenue K, Galveston, TX, United StatesVisit a dozen of the most historic places of worship in the downtown area, as we learn the history of those denominations and their clergy, from Sumner Bacon, the first Presbyterian missionary in Texas who was denied a preaching license because he was illiterate, to Rabbi Henry Cohen, who funneled thousands of Jewish refugees into […]
Revisiting the 1900 Storm with Linda MacDonald – Foundation Conversations
1859 Ashton Villa 2328 Broadway Avenue J, Galveston, United StatesIn honor of the 124th Anniversary of The Great 1900 Storm, fourth-generation Galvestonian Linda Macdonald will share the personal experiences of many who faced the Great 1900 Storm. You are welcome to bring your own lunch to enjoy. Lunch will not be provided. Virtual tickets are also available for guests who would like to view […]
Sacred Places Tour
1859 St. Joseph's Church 2202 Avenue K, Galveston, TX, United StatesGalveston Historical Foundation’s Sacred Places Tour returns! The popular tour benefits GHF’s ongoing restoration of St. Joseph’s Church, the oldest wooden church building in Galveston, and the oldest German Catholic church in Texas. A wide range of religious traditions and building styles will be featured, highlighting the island’s rich religious heritage while showcasing the depth […]
Galvezton, India Tigers in Texas, and Kevin Anthony & G-Town | Strand Summer Series
Saengerfest Park 2302 The Strand, Galveston, TX, United StatesMusic and movie nights on The Strand return with the 2024 Strand Summer Series! These free events welcome you to monthly evening events at Galveston Historical Foundation's Saengerfest Park and Hendley Green. Craft beer and wine will be available for sale along with a rotating list of on-site food trucks and vendors. Additionally, limited VIP […]
Harvest Moon Tour of the 1892 Bishop’s Palace
1892 Bishop's Palace 1402 Broadway Avenue J, Galveston, TX, United StatesThis unique tour lets visitors explore the National Historic Landmark, including the third floor, and see how this architectural gem takes on a completely different look in the moonlight. Architectural historians consider the 1892 Bishop’s Palace one of the country's most significant Victorian residences. Bishop’s Palace (a.k.a. Gresham House) is a contributing building in the […]
Broadway Beauties Walking Tour
1895 Moody Mansion 2618 Broadway, Galveston, TX, United StatesStroll by twenty of Galveston’s most elegant mansions as we learn about their families, their impact on the city, and how a small group of gifted architects shaped the Galveston we know today. From the Moody Mansion on the west to the iconic Bishop’s Palace on the east and back, little detours will reveal hidden […]
Sacred Places Walking Tour
1859 St. Joseph's Church 2202 Avenue K, Galveston, TX, United StatesVisit a dozen of the most historic places of worship in the downtown area, as we learn the history of those denominations and their clergy, from Sumner Bacon, the first Presbyterian missionary in Texas who was denied a preaching license because he was illiterate, to Rabbi Henry Cohen, who funneled thousands of Jewish refugees into […]
Jessie McGuire Dent Marker Dedication and Reception
McGuire-Dent Recreation Center 2222 28th Street, Galveston, TX, United StatesJoin Galveston Historical Foundation and the Galveston Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, for an Official Texas Historical Undertold Marker Dedication Ceremony at the McGuire-Dent Recereation Center. A reception will immediately follow the dedication. Attendance to both is free, but an email RSVP to tdb9142@gmail.com is required for anyone attending the reception. The […]
Basement to Attic Tours of Bishop’s Palace
1892 Bishop's Palace 1402 Broadway Avenue J, Galveston, TX, United StatesOffering participants a rare look into parts of the National Historic Landmark that are typically off-limits, the 1892 Bishop’s Palace Basement to Attic Tours feature Mrs. Gresham’s studio. An exclusive third-floor view to a truly one of a kind panoramic of the Gulf of Mexico.
