Galveston Historical Foundation

Sunset Harbor Cruise
2026-08-28 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-08-22 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-08-21 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-08-15 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-08-14 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-08-08 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-08-07 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-08-01 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) and 9 more dates | Galveston Historic Seaport, 2200 Harborside Drive, Galveston, TX, 77550, United States
Experience Galveston Harbor in its most beautiful light aboard our new Sunset Harbor Cruise. As the sun dips below the horizon, enjoy a relaxing evening with unforgettable views (and a dolphin or two!) on the water, filled with some stories of Galveston’s incredible history.

Smarty Pints Trivia Night
2026-08-13 18:00 - 20:30, 2026-07-09 18:00 - 20:30 | Galveston Historic Seaport, 2200 Harborside Drive, Galveston, TX, 77550, United States
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 beer and snacks will be available for purchase, and we’ll open the gates at 6 for dockside access before heading up to test your smarts at 6:30.

Smarty Pints Trivia Nights
2026-08-13 18:00 - 20:30, 2026-07-09 18:00 - 20:30 | Galveston Historic Seaport, 2200 Harborside Drive, Galveston, TX, 77550, United States
PLEASE NOTE: WE WILL NOT HAVE SMARTY PINTS IN DECEMBER BUT WILL RESUME IN JANUARY OF 2026.

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 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 beer and snacks will be available for purchase and we’ll open the gates at 6 for dockside access before heading up to test your smarts at 6:30.

Bring your besties, your brainiacs, and maybe even your “lucky guessers.” With categories ranging from local history to pop culture, there’s something for everyone.

The Derailers - Strand Summer Series
2026-08-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Saengerfest Park, 2302 The Strand, Galveston, TX, 77550, United States
Galveston Historical Foundation invites you to enjoy historic downtown Galveston for the 2026 Strand Summer Series! These movie and music nights are located in The Strand’s principal parks and feature free-to-the-public concerts and movies from April through September. Performances are free to the public with on-site beer and wine, select vendors, and a reserved VIP area with reserved seating, complimentary drinks, meet and greets, and more.
ABOUT THE DERAILERS | The Derailers are a high-energy country band known for their irresistible blend of honky-tonk, rockabilly, and roots-driven twang, channeling the spirit of classic country while delivering a fresh, road-tested sound. Formed in Texas and shaped by deep influences from Buck Owens, Merle Haggard, and the Bakersfield tradition, the band gained national attention with a string of acclaimed albums and charting singles in the late 1990s and early 2000s, including Reverb Deluxe and Here Come the Derailers. Celebrated for tight harmonies, infectious rhythms, and electrifying live shows, The Derailers have toured extensively and earned a loyal following by staying true to country music’s dancehall roots while keeping it loud, fun, and unapologetically authentic.

The Princess Bride - Strand Summer Series
2026-08-01 19:30 - 21:30 | Hendley Green, 2028 Strand Street, Galveston, TX, 77550, United States
Galveston Historical Foundation invites you to enjoy historic downtown Galveston for the 2026 Strand Summer Series! These movie nights are held at Hendley Green and feature free films from April through September.
ABOUT THE PRINCESS BRIDE | Galveston Historical Foundation invites you to enjoy historic downtown Galveston for the 2026 Strand Summer Series! These movie nights are held at Hendley Green and feature free films from April through September.

Basement to Attic Tours of the 1892 Bishop's Palace
2026-07-25 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-07-18 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-07-11 11:00 - 12:30 | 1892 Bishop’s Palace, 1402 Broadway Avenue J, Galveston, TX, 77550, United States
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 per person.
Built of stone and steel for the railroad magnate Walter Gresham and his family, this famous house was designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier Victorian-era architect. Bishop’s Palace is recognized as one of America’s finest examples of Victorian exuberance and Gilded-Age extravagance and is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark. The Bishop’s Palace Basement to Attic Tours are the best opportunity the public has to view all floors of the historic property.

Pirates of the Caribbean - Strand Summer Series
2026-07-18 19:30 - 22:00 | Hendley Green, 2028 Strand Street, Galveston, TX, 77550, United States
Galveston Historical Foundation invites you to enjoy historic downtown Galveston for the 2026 Strand Summer Series! These movie nights are held at Hendley Green and feature free films from April through September.
ABOUT PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN | Capt. Jack Sparrow arrives at Port Royal in the Caribbean without a ship or crew. His timing is inopportune, however, because later that evening the town is besieged by a pirate ship. The pirates kidnap the governor’s daughter, Elizabeth, who’s in possession of a valuable coin that is linked to a curse that has transformed the pirates into the undead. A gallant blacksmith in love with Elizabeth allies with Sparrow in pursuit of the pirates.

Galveston Historical Foundation's Annual Meeting
2026-07-17 17:30 - 19:30 | 1859 Ashton Villa, 2328 Broadway Avenue J, Galveston, 77550, United States
GHF’s Executive Director Dwayne Jones and outgoing president Clay Rogers will lead the 2026 GHF annual meeting on Friday, July 17 at 5:30 p.m. The event is held at the 1859 Ashton Villa, 2328 Broadway, and will include complimentary beverages and gourmet hor d’oeuvres.
The main order of business is the election of officers and directors for 2025-2026, along with an overview of GHF’s accomplishments over the past fiscal year. The GHF annual meeting will include the “passing of the gavel” from the outgoing board president to incoming president Tiffany Vaiani.
For more information or to purchase a membership, call 409-765-7834 or click here.
ABOUT GALVESTON HISTORICAL FOUNDATION
Galveston Historical Foundation (GHF) merged with the Historical Society of Galveston, formed in 1871, to create a new non-profit entity in 1954 devoted to historic preservation and history in Galveston County. Over the last sixty years, GHF has expanded its mission to cover community redevelopment, historic preservation advocacy, maritime preservation, coastal resiliency, and stewardship of diverse historic properties. GHF embraces an inclusive and broader view of history and architecture that encompasses advancements in environmental and natural sciences. GHF recognizes the intersection of historic buildings and coastal life and conceives of history as an engaging story of individual lives and experiences on Galveston Island from the 19th century to the present day.

Aaron Lee Tasjan Live at the 1859 St. Joseph's Church
2026-07-12 19:00 - 21:00 | 1859 St. Joseph’s Church, 2202 Avenue K, Galveston, TX, 77550, United States
A St. Joseph’s Debut!

Over the last decade, Aaron Lee Tasjan has established himself as a standout songwriter and performer. Through five critically acclaimed albums, he’s built a loyal worldwide audience on the strength of his unique songs, passionate live shows, and indie folk grit style of storytelling and performing. Accolades for his work include a 2022 Grammy Nomination for Best American Roots Song, and several Americana Music Association Award nominations, including International Album of the Year in 2021, Song Of The Year in 2022, and Best Emerging Artist in 2017. His most recent studio album, Stellar Evolution, was named one of the best albums of 2024 by Variety Magazine.

This year, Tasjan is celebrating the 10th anniversary of his solo debut, In the Blazes, with a special rerelease. Long beloved by fans for its blend of sharp songwriting and alt-country swagger, In the Blazes is being reissued with never-before-heard bonus material and, for the first time since 2015, pressed on vinyl. To mark the occasion, Tasjan will hit the road for a 10th anniversary solo tour, performing songs from the record alongside highlights from his ever-evolving catalog. It’s a full-circle moment for an artist who has consistently pushed boundaries while staying true to the heart of his craft.

Aaron Lee Tasjan - Strand Summer Series
2026-07-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Saengerfest Park, 2302 The Strand, Galveston, TX, 77550, United States
Galveston Historical Foundation invites you to enjoy historic downtown Galveston for the 2026 Strand Summer Series! These movie and music nights are located in The Strand’s principal parks and feature free-to-the-public concerts and movies from April through September. Performances are free to the public with on-site beer and wine, select vendors, and a reserved VIP area with reserved seating, complimentary drinks, meet and greets, and more.
ABOUT AARON LEE TASJAN | Aaron Lee Tasjan is a Nashville-based singer-songwriter known for his sharp wit, genre-blurring sound, and fearless authenticity, blending glam rock, folk, country, and pop into songs that are as emotionally incisive as they are catchy. A skilled guitarist and dynamic performer, Tasjan pairs clever, conversational lyrics with anthemic melodies that explore identity, love, vulnerability, and modern life with humor and heart. He has released several critically acclaimed albums, including Karma for Cheap, Tasjan! Tasjan! Tasjan!, and Elephants, earning praise for both his songwriting craft and his bold artistic voice. Equally respected as a collaborator and sideman, Tasjan has worked with artists such as Kacey Musgraves and toured extensively, building a reputation as a compelling live act whose music challenges expectations while remaining deeply accessible.
