Juneteenth and General Order, No. 3, read on June 19, 1865 and announced that all slaves were free, is one of Galveston's most important historical moments.
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Juneteenth and General Order, No. 3, read on June 19, 1865 and announced that all slaves were free, is one of Galveston's most important historical moments.
Galveston’s historic immigration story comes alive at Ship To Shore. A new experience set to open this summer at Galveston Historical Foundation’s Galveston Historic Seaport.
In celebration of Galveston Historical Foundation's 150th anniversary, a new collection of photographs taken by noted photographer and actor Jason Lee is now available for pre-order.
Lost Restaurants of Galveston's African American Community celebrates Galveston's culinary history through 144 pages, over 50 images, and incredible recipes.
Enjoy a sunset cruise through Galveston Harbor onboard GHF's SEAGULL II!
GHF’s Texas Seaport Museum is seeking hardy volunteers to learn the ropes on board the Official Tall Ship of Texas in the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA Sail Training program. Sail training on ELISSA gives the...
Incorporated in 1954, Galveston Historical Foundation is one of the nation's largest local preservation organizations. Over the last 50 years, the foundation has expanded its mission to encompass community redevelopment, public education, historic preservation advocacy, maritime preservation and stewardship of historic properties.
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