Galveston Historical Foundation
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. GHF now has over 2,000 memberships representing individuals, families, and businesses across Texas, the US, and abroad. The foundation exerts a profound impact on the culture and economy of Galveston.
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- Family Friendly
- Historic
- Local Owned
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Aug 9
Sail training on ELISSA gives the participants the once-in-a-lifetime chance to sail onboard a historic sailing ship from 1877 and literally…
Jul 26, 2025, Aug 9, 2025, Aug 23, 2025, Sep 6, 2025, Sep 20, 2025, Oct 4, 2025, Oct 18, 2025, Oct 25, 2025, Nov 15, 2025, Nov 29, 2025, Dec 6, 2025, Dec 20, 2025, Jan 3, 2026, Jan 17, 2026, Jan 31, 2026, Feb 7, 2026, Feb 21, 2026, Mar 7, 2026, Mar 21, 2026
Aug 9
Join us for the 2025 Strand Summer Series! Enjoy Music Nights at Saengerfest Park, where live performances kick off at 7PM…
Aug 10
With over 1 million albums sold and nearly 35 years in the game, Heath and company have been delivering blood-pressure inducing…
Aug 16
Strand Movie Nights return in 2025 to Galveston Historical Foundation's Hendley Green Park! You’ll experience movies at dusk with free admission…
Aug 16, 2025, Sep 20, 2025
Sep 3
The 1900 Storm remains one of Galveston's defining moments and a touchstone for people's understanding of the island. Space City Weather's…
Sep 4
The City of Galveston is steeped in history, much of which has been shaped by the hurricanes and tropical storms that…
Sep 6
Join Galveston Historical Foundation in commemorating the 125th anniversary of the 1900 Storm with a special open house event at four…
Sep 7
Climb aboard for a moving journey through Galveston’s most storied streets. This guided experience will take passengers to key locations tied…
Sep 11
Please note: Weather permitting, this event will be held on the dock next to the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA. Test your…
Sep 12
The 1859 Ashton Villa serves as the setting for this powerful tour highlighting The 1900 Storm's impact on Galveston. Named after…
Sep 13
Join us for the 2025 Strand Summer Series! Enjoy Music Nights at Saengerfest Park, where live performances kick off at 7PM…

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