Events

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 […]

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, […]

Raise a glass as ELISSA raises her sails! Join Galveston Historical Foundation for our 2026 daysail watch parties at Float Patio Bar and Beerfoot Brewery, and watch the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA sailing along Galveston’s Seawall during her special fall series. Food and drink are available for purchase. Bring your tall ship supporters and join […]

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, […]

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, […]

Raise a glass as ELISSA raises her sails! Join Galveston Historical Foundation for our 2026 daysail watch parties at Float Patio Bar and Beerfoot Brewery, and watch the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA sailing along Galveston’s Seawall during her special fall series. Food and drink are available for purchase. Bring your tall ship supporters and join […]

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!