Events

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 […]

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!

Think you’re the know-it-all of Galveston? Come flex those brain muscles and join us for a series of trivia nights supporting Galveston Historical Foundation and the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA! Held on the second Thursday of each month, our Smarty Pints Trivia Nights are all-ages evenings held at the Galveston Historic Seaport’s ELISSA Room. Craft […]

Due to popular demand, Yoga on the Pier will continue! Instructor Cece Rodriguez will lead us through a relaxing, all-levels workout overlooking Galveston Harbor, and we’ll close out the evening with an optional cold plunge. Please note the earlier start time at 6 p.m. In the case of rain or cold temps, yoga will move […]

Enjoy the sounds of the season with a Dickens tradition! Known for its exceptional acoustics, the breathtaking 1859 St. Joseph's Church opens its doors for three special handbell concerts performed by JuBellate Ringers (League City UMC) Handbells. These Dickens on The Strand traditions sell out annually, so be sure to get your reservations in advance, […]

Brush off your bowlers and prepare your petticoats — the streets of Galveston once again transform into a scene straight out of Charles Dickens’ London. Galveston Historical Foundation proudly presents the 53rd Annual Dickens on The Strand, a cherished holiday tradition returning the first weekend of December. For more than half a century, families and […]