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Dolphins, Dolphins Everywhere

By Rachel Delanoix “Every time I see a dolphin I get excited,” says Marlo Landreth, “I point and scream, it could be...

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Horseback Riding Along the Texas Gulf Coast

Mark a Bucket Item Off Your List: Ride a Horse on the Beach You can mark “Take a horseback ride along the...

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Murdochs: Galveston’s Oldest and Best Loved Gift Shop

By Kimber Fountain Few names embody the “Spirit of the Island” like that of one of Galveston’s oldest institutions, Murdochs. Just like...

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Adorable King Penguin Chick Hatched at Moody Gardens

Moody Gardens is ringing in the new year with their newest arrival, an adorable King penguin chick that hatched out on New...

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Miller’s Seawall Grill: Serving Breakfast of Champions

A Breakfast of Champions Served All Day Long: Miller’s has long time been a local’s favorite for fresh seafood, but their hearty,...

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Get Outside: So What CAN We Do, Self Guided Tours

Has boredom set in yet? Why not get out of the house and take a self-guided tour and get some fresh air....

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Fine Arts

Explore Your Creativity with a Workshop

Discover your inner artist by taking a fun class on the island! These are for all ages and all experience levels!

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Hamilton Loomis: It’s “Everything I’ve Ever Wanted”

“It’s “Everything I’ve Ever Wanted,” All the Way Down Deep in My Soul: The Energetic & Rockin’ Hamilton Loomis Galveston Native Hamilton...

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Exploring Hidden History Museums on the Island

By Rob Lucey To learn about Galveston’s colorful history, you can tour mansions, take guided walks or rides through the historic districts,...

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History

December Treasure of the Month: “Goldilocks and the Three Bears” Diorama

This month, Rosenberg Library will exhibit a historic diorama which was originally created for the library’s children’s department in the early 1940s. ...

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Top 10 Reasons to Visit Galveston

Weather May in Galveston calls for sunshine and mild temperatures. It is the perfect balance of warm, but not too hot. The...

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Find your Perfect Spot at Galveston Island This Weekend

AlbatrossBar – 815 21st St.,Galveston – 409-765-5778 Galveston’s 32 miles of beaches are wide open and a great way to beat the...

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There’s Plenty of Personal Space on Galveston Island Beaches

Click for Events & Things To on the Beach! By Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau Can’t wait to feel the wind...

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Galveston Women’s Conference rescheduled for Oct. 8th

The Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce has rescheduled the 13th Annual Galveston Women’s Conference to October 8th, 2020, as a part of...

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Free AMAZING Online Resources at Rosenberg Library

With over 120 distinct resources to choose from, we have something that’s sure to interest you! Do you need live, online tutoring...

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A Fun Tour by Kimber Fountain “Galveston’s Red Light District”

Every Wednesday-Saturday (7pm) From the author of the book comes a wonderful tour and a riveting journey through the forgotten parts of...

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Family

GHF Continues Cool Virtual Events

Although Galveston Historical Foundation won’t be holding its annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour this year, the foundation isn’t leaving its annual celebration...

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How to Spread Your Wings on Galveston Island

by Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau A Traveler’s Guide to Visiting Galveston while Social Distancing Imagine yourself coming over the causeway onto...

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Color Galveston: FREE Coloring Pages

By Mary Beth Bassett For the past several years, the Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau has focused on things to...

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Family

Galveston Fun Maps

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Concerts & Music Events Island Style

For more concerts, click Galveston Island Guide’s… Galveston hosts a ton of concerts from the small intimate settings in bars and...

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Treasure of the Month: “The Galveston City Party”

April 2020 Treasure of the Month: During the early decades of the 20th century, several local political parties including the Popular Party,...

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Historic Photos Now Offered from Rosenberg Library

You can order digital photo scans from the Galveston and Texas History Center’s archives from home! Any image that you see in...

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Family

Creative Activities for All Ages To Do At Home

If you’ve got kids stuck at home bored out of their minds, this list of fun drawing tutorials might help. Perfect for...

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History

Enjoy a Glimpse of History with Two Great Galveston Tours

NOAA Ship Oregon II Tour Did you know the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) operates the nation’s largest fleet of research...

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The Sound Bar: Karaoke 7 Nights a Week

By Terry Card How is it possible to stay in business in Galveston with so many bars and restaurants? It...

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Kevin Anthony: “45 Southbound” The Road Back Home

params=’groups=102&limit=1&orderby=random&container_html=center’] By Kimber Fountain I met Kevin Anthony on a sunny day outside Mod Coffee Shop, and admittedly I did not recognize...

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Debbie “Kepi” Boyd: Music is a Gift that Touches Everyone

Do you love to sing? Well, Debbie “Kepi” Boyd, aka “Galveston’s Karaoke Queen” is soon to be your new best friend!...

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Brandon McDermott Band: Keeping It “Texas County” Real

Galveston favorite, Brandon McDermott Band will be playing around the island in the next few months. If you haven’t had the chance...

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Anitra Jay: Still Here Fighting On

The pop music world continues to reward spectacle and flashy production, but singer-songwriters who work in the acoustic realm and focus on...

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Book Lovers Events: Signings, Author Meet Ups & More

From book signings to Meet & Greet’s, Galveston offers every Book Lover a lot of fun things to do. Check out...

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The Line Up: The Renaissance Men of Music

By Kimber Fountain For performance schedules check out our Gig Guide! Picture a young boy, six years old, singing on the steps of the...

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Beach & Bay Explorations at Galveston State Park

Galveston Island State Park is located on the west end of the island at 14901 FM 3005, Galveston. For more info call...

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Galveston Art League Exhibits Special Art

The Galveston Art League Gallery is located at 2117A Postoffice St. in Galveston. For more info go to GalvestonArtLeague.com. The Galveston Art...

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Gig Guide

Gabe Wootton: Will Not Bend The Knee

By Tena Jerger, Charles Toft “Original minds are not distinguished by being the first to see a new thing, but instead by...

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Galveston Kindness Project: Intentionally Giving Through Kindness

By Rachel Delanoix A sunny burst of rainbow paint beams a bright welcome from the corner of 22nd and Postoffice St. The...

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Galveston Locals’ Favorite Restaurants

By Sissie Coomes Locals’ favorites! Rambling around the island you are sure to find a plethora of restaurants, bars and local hang outs but these three...

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Boots: Tour the Island’s Best and Most Authentic Places

Halloween Offerings If you’ve spent much of any time here, you’ve no doubt already heard your fair share of Galveston’s haunted history....

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Mother, Singer, Songwriter: Heather Little

Heather Little: Living A Real Life By Johnny Griffith Life is simultaneously many things at once: messy, beautiful, challenging, spontaneous, surprising. The...

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Galveston Island Brewing: Free Brewery Tours Every Saturday

Galveston Island Brewery (GIB) is a local brewery featuring an on-site taproom showcasing classic beer styles from around the world. The tap...

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Jason Crabtree: Trading Pine Trees For an Island Breeze

For more events, go to By Johnny Griffith Jason Crabtree grew up running around the hills and hollers of East Texas. It...

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Dive Into A Mexican Breakfast: A Few Places You’ve Probably Never Heard About

By Sissie Coomes Ahh, breakfast, our favorite meal of the day. Something about it brings a sense of satisfaction and a great...

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Salsa’s Mexican Restaurant: Little Island, Big Business

By Kimber Fountain The size and scope of Salsa’s Mexican Restaurant often prompts speculation, leading many locals and visitors alike to assume...

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