Galveston Historical Foundation
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Friday March 29 10:00am - 11:30am CDT
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 ......More
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Friday March 29 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
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 Rab......More
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Saturday March 30 10:00am - 11:30am CDT
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 ......More
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Saturday March 30 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
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 ......More
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Saturday March 30 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
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 Rab......More
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Sunday March 31 9:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Galveston’s Own Farmers Market
Founded in 2012, Galveston’s Own Farmers Market is a 501 (c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to connecting our community to local foods through year-round weekly farmers markets, food access initiatives, school gardens, and health & food education opportunities.
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Friday April 5 10:00am - 4:00pm CDT
2024 ELISSA Day Sails
Take a look through some of Galveston Historical Foundation’s collections in this special showing led by Denise Alexander. From well-known family items to historic surprises and more, Denise shares the stories behind some of her favorite pieces in the GHF collection.
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Friday April 5 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Viewing of ELISSA Day Sails via SEAGULL II
Get your tickets for our harbor tour vessel SEAGULL II as she follows the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA on her annual day sail series. The tour is two hours long and trails the 146-year-old tall ship as she sets sail for the Gulf of Mexico. Be sure to bring your camera and tag ......More
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Saturday April 6 10:00am - 4:00pm CDT
2024 ELISSA Day Sails
Take a look through some of Galveston Historical Foundation’s collections in this special showing led by Denise Alexander. From well-known family items to historic surprises and more, Denise shares the stories behind some of her favorite pieces in the GHF collection.
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Saturday April 6 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Viewing of ELISSA Day Sails via SEAGULL II
Get your tickets for our harbor tour vessel SEAGULL II as she follows the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA on her annual day sail series. The tour is two hours long and trails the 146-year-old tall ship as she sets sail for the Gulf of Mexico. Be sure to bring your camera and tag ......More
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Saturday April 6 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
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 ......More
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Sunday April 7 9:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Galveston’s Own Farmers Market
Founded in 2012, Galveston’s Own Farmers Market is a 501 (c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to connecting our community to local foods through year-round weekly farmers markets, food access initiatives, school gardens, and health & food education opportunities.
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Sunday April 7 10:00am - 4:00pm CDT
2024 ELISSA Day Sails
Take a look through some of Galveston Historical Foundation’s collections in this special showing led by Denise Alexander. From well-known family items to historic surprises and more, Denise shares the stories behind some of her favorite pieces in the GHF collection.
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Sunday April 7 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Viewing of ELISSA Day Sails via SEAGULL II
Get your tickets for our harbor tour vessel SEAGULL II as she follows the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA on her annual day sail series. The tour is two hours long and trails the 146-year-old tall ship as she sets sail for the Gulf of Mexico. Be sure to bring your camera and tag ......More
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Sunday April 7 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
Ian Moore at the 1859 St. Joseph's Church
This performance is supported by Saint Arnold Brewing Company. Tickets are non-refundable#GalvestonHistory+ Member Meet & Greet and early admission from 5:45 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.Doors open at 6:15 p.m., show starts at 6:30 p.m.Seating is general admission – no reserved seat......More