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Galveston Historical Foundation

Basement to Attic Tours of Bishop’s Palace

1892 Bishop's Palace 1402 Broadway Avenue J, Galveston, TX, United States

Offering 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.

$35

Tea at the Palace

1892 Bishop's Palace 1402 Broadway Avenue J, Galveston, TX, United States

Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea, complete with scones and sweets, in the 1892 Bishop's Palace!

$50

Following Seas: The 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA – Foundation Conversations

1859 Ashton Villa 2328 Broadway Avenue J, Galveston, United States

Join Galveston Historical Foundation's Mark Scibincio, Port Captain and Director of the Galveston Historic Seaport, as she shares the history of the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA, The Official Tall Ship of Texas, and charts a course for the future of this incredible vessel. You are welcome to bring your own lunch to enjoy. Lunch will […]

$10
Event Series Broadway Beauties Walking Tour

Broadway Beauties Walking Tour

1895 Moody Mansion 2618 Broadway, Galveston, TX, United States

Stroll 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 […]

$25
Event Series Broadway Beauties Walking Tour

Broadway Beauties Walking Tour

1895 Moody Mansion 2618 Broadway, Galveston, TX, United States

Stroll 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 […]

$25

Event Series Battle of Galveston Walking Tours

Battle of Galveston Walking Tours

Galveston Historical Foundation 2002 Strand, Galveston, TX, United States

Played out on both land and sea over the course of several hours, the Battle of Galveston, which took place during the early morning hours of January 1, 1863, is widely acknowledged as the most important military event in Galveston’s history. Led by author and historian Ed Cotham, Jr., Learn more about this historic day […]

$35
Event Series Broadway Beauties Walking Tour

Broadway Beauties Walking Tour

1895 Moody Mansion 2618 Broadway, Galveston, TX, United States

Stroll 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 […]

$25
Event Series Battle of Galveston Walking Tours

Battle of Galveston Walking Tours

Galveston Historical Foundation 2002 Strand, Galveston, TX, United States

Played out on both land and sea over the course of several hours, the Battle of Galveston, which took place during the early morning hours of January 1, 1863, is widely acknowledged as the most important military event in Galveston’s history. Led by author and historian Ed Cotham, Jr., Learn more about this historic day […]

$35
Event Series Battle of Galveston Walking Tours

Battle of Galveston Walking Tours

Galveston Historical Foundation 2002 Strand, Galveston, TX, United States

Played out on both land and sea over the course of several hours, the Battle of Galveston, which took place during the early morning hours of January 1, 1863, is widely acknowledged as the most important military event in Galveston’s history. Led by author and historian Ed Cotham, Jr., Learn more about this historic day […]

$35