Start your new year off with a glimpse into the Island’s storied past during this annual event held in January.
Many visitors to Galveston are familiar with the island’s 32 miles of Gulf Coast beaches. Some may not be familiar with the wide variety of museums and attractions in this historic beach town. During Galveston Museum Weekend, visitors can explore many Galveston museums at special rates.
Date(s): January 24-26, 2025
Galveston Museum Weekend is an annual event that celebrates the rich cultural and historical heritage of Galveston, Texas. It provides an opportunity for the community to explore various museums and cultural institutions with free or discounted admission.
Participating is easy! Choose a museum from the list of participants, claim your official Museum passport at the location, and enjoy discounted rates.
Galveston Museum Weekend Offer: Buy one, get one free admission
Experience Ship to Shore and step into the journey of 1880s immigrants, from their challenging sea voyage to bustling Galveston, a thriving port city in the U.S.
Galveston Museum Weekend Offer: Buy one, get one free admission
The golden age of rail comes alive at the Galveston Railroad Museum. Set on acres of railyard, the museum is rich in history, exhibits, and interactive activities, including restored 1932 Train Depot, vintage sleep, luggage, dining and passenger railcars. Museum store and complimentary parking.
Galveston Museum Weekend: Free admission
At the Juneteenth Legacy Project Headquarters art gallery, visitors can see the stunning, 5,000 square foot art installation chronicling the emancipation of Black people in Galveston on the outside of the building. Inside, the gallery offers a journey through African American history from the 1800s to present day. The gallery features sculptures and paintings by local Black artists, plus a reflection area.
Galveston Museum Weekend Offer: Buy one, get one free admission
View opulent decor and majestic architecture while hearing about the Moody family on a self-paced audio tour of this lovingly restored and furnished 28,000-square-foot treasure from the late 1800s.
Galveston Museum Weekend Offer: Free tours Saturday AND Sunday
Tour the Official Opera House of Texas, one of the few remaining theaters of its era and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Don’t miss the Hall of History on the first floor featuring historic photos of the theatre and many of the notable artists who have performed at The Grand.
Galveston Museum Weekend Offer: Free Admission
"And Still We Rise… Galveston's Juneteenth Story" introduces the context and consequences of the General Orders, No. 3 announcement from 1865 to the present day, in a long journey towards "absolute equality."
Galveston Museum Weekend Offer: Free admission (CLOSED SUNDAY)
Come and explore the oldest public library in Texas in continuous operation. View special exhibits on The 1900 Storm in the Harris Gallery located on the fourth floor and Galveston artists and the Treasure of the Month on the second floor.
Galveston Museum Weekend Offer: Buy one, get one free admission
Visit one of the world’s largest collections of historical artifacts, documents and artwork relating to Texas and the American West.
Dates: January 6 to February 2, 2025
Galveston Restaurant Week brings the island’s vibrant food scene to life! Dozens of Galveston restaurants will participate in this event, which is a once-a-year opportunity for diners to try top dishes on prix-fixe breakfast, lunch and dinner menus at attractive price points.
Where the Texas Coast begins.
