Events

Lantern-Led Guided Tour through Galveston's Broadway Cemetery Historic District Step into Galveston’s past by lantern light on a guided walk through the Broadway Cemetery Historic District, exploring the Episcopal, Old Catholic, and Old City cemeteries. Along the way, guests will encounter the stories of notable Galvestonians including Bettie Brown, Michael Menard, Nicaragua Smith, Mrs. Alberti, […]

Spend a Day on the Official Tall Ship of Texas Join us for a one-of-a-kind outdoor adventure aboard the 1877 Iron Barque ELISSA! In 2026, the Official Tall Ship of Texas returns to the Gulf Coast for her annual day sail series. As one of the oldest and longest continuously sailed vessels in the world, […]

Spirited Tours at the Legendary Broadway Beauty Led by #GalvestonHistory staff, the Ashton Villa ghost tours explore the history and mysteries of the 1859 Broadway beauty. Tour the first and second floors while learning about the Brown family, including Bettie Brown, and judge for yourself if her spirit still resides in the family home!

Spirited Tours at the Legendary Broadway Beauty Led by #GalvestonHistory staff, the Ashton Villa ghost tours explore the history and mysteries of the 1859 Broadway beauty. Tour the first and second floors while learning about the Brown family, including Bettie Brown, and judge for yourself if her spirit still resides in the family home!

Spend a Day on the Official Tall Ship of Texas Join us for a one-of-a-kind outdoor adventure aboard the 1877 Iron Barque ELISSA! In 2026, the Official Tall Ship of Texas returns to the Gulf Coast for her annual day sail series. As one of the oldest and longest continuously sailed vessels in the world, […]

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. Tickets are limited to 20 total guests and are $40 […]

Explore Galveston's Haunted History Aboard SEAGULL II Step aboard Galveston Historical Foundation's SEAGULL II for the original Haunted Harbor Tour through Galveston Bay. Led by #GalvestonHistory guides, guests will learn about the haunted history of the island's historic waters. The 90-minute tour features historically accurate accounts researched by Galveston Historical Foundation staff. Cruises depart from the […]

Explore Galveston's Haunted History Aboard SEAGULL II Step aboard Galveston Historical Foundation's SEAGULL II for the original Haunted Harbor Tour through Galveston Bay. Led by #GalvestonHistory guides, guests will learn about the haunted history of the island's historic waters. The 90-minute tour features historically accurate accounts researched by Galveston Historical Foundation staff. Cruises depart from the […]

A Spirited Sip and Stroll of Historic Downtown Galveston Led by #GalvestonHistory staff, discover the darker side of Galveston’s Historic Strand District on a spirited walking tour filled with eerie stories, strange encounters, and very real history. Beginning in front of the historic 1859 Hendley Building, guests will stroll through downtown while hearing factual tales […]