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Basement to Attic Tours of Bishop’s Palace
Basement to Attic Tours of Bishop’s Palace
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.
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Labor Day Film & Songswap
Labor Day Film & Songswap
Join us for a film screening and song swap in the 1920 City National Bank Building this Labor Day weekend! This year’s program brings awareness to the workers who put food on our Gulf Coast tables. The event kicks off with the film FRUITS OF LABOR at 5:30 p.m. and culminates with a concert by […]
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Basement to Attic Tours of Bishop’s Palace
Basement to Attic Tours of Bishop’s Palace
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.
Barbie | Strand Summer Series
Barbie | Strand Summer Series
Music 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. Visit www.galvestonhistory.org/strandsummer for full details. […]
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Sacred Places Walking Tour
Sacred Places Walking Tour
Visit 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 […]
Broadway Beauties Walking Tour
Broadway Beauties Walking Tour
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 […]
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Revisiting the 1900 Storm with Linda MacDonald – Foundation Conversations
Revisiting the 1900 Storm with Linda MacDonald – Foundation Conversations
In 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 […]
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Sacred Places Tour
Sacred Places Tour
Galveston 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
Galvezton, India Tigers in Texas, and Kevin Anthony & G-Town | Strand Summer Series
Music 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 […]
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Harvest Moon Tour of the 1892 Bishop’s Palace
Harvest Moon Tour of the 1892 Bishop’s Palace
This 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 […]
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Broadway Beauties Walking Tour
Broadway Beauties Walking Tour
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 […]
Sacred Places Walking Tour
Sacred Places Walking Tour
Visit 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 […]
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Basement to Attic Tours of Bishop’s Palace
Basement to Attic Tours of Bishop’s Palace
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.