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15.1KMysticatz, A Friendly (& Haunted) Downtown Must-See
Mysticatz is located in the beautiful downtown historic district of Galveston; on the Strand between 20th and 21st Street. The shop carries...
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3.5KFebruary Treasure at Rosenberg Library: Bettie Brown’s 1902 Transatlantic Voyage
During the month of March, Rosenberg Library will exhibit an assortment of travel souvenirs collected by Galveston resident Bettie Brown during her...
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415It’s the Last Weekend for the 2021 Galveston Restaurant Month
Simply make reservations at participating restaurants to enjoy deliciously affordable prix-fixe meals including two and/or three-course dinners, two-course lunches, breakfasts, and brunches at...
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13.8KHendley Market: Oddities, Intrigue, and Fun for All
By Kimber Fountain, Photos by Christa Schreckengost One stretch of The Strand is somehow different than the others. Between 20th and 21st...
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20.5KDolphins, 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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368Mardi Gras Galveston 2021 EVENTS: Very Different, Still Fun, Alternatives Galore
Mardi Gras! Galveston, the third largest Mardi Gras celebration in the United States, normally offers the unique chance to experience sand between...
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20.1KHorseback 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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35.7KMurdochs: 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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5.4KAdorable 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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8.2KMiller’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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3.9KBryan Museum: Safe & Fun COVID-19 Activities
The Bryan Museum is located in the historic Galveston Orphans Home at 1315 21st St. in Galveston. Tours are given (no reservations...
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5.8KGet 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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356It’s a Holiday Island: Tons of Holly-Jolly, Magically-Memorable Events
Ready for a Galveston Bay Holiday? Our family of coastal communities offer two months of magical events and activities from November to...
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10.8KExploring 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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318A Railroad Christmas with Mrs. Clause, Walk Thru Storybook & More
Join the Galveston Railroad Museum for a memorable Holiday event at its spacious 5-acre facility. Photos with Santa will also be available!...
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3.2KDecember 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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2.6KIt’ll Be Here Before You Know It!
By Gini Rainey Just when you thought I’d fallen off the face of the earth – BAM – here I am again! ...
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12.2KTop 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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5.7KFind 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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7.0KThere’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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4.0KGalveston 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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2.7KBOOK REVIEW: The Blue Cloak
By Gini Rainey The Blue Cloak by Shannon McNear Set at the turn of the 18th century in Kentucky and Tennessee, The...
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3.9KFree 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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3.0KBOOK REVIEW: Sentient Beings in The Kingdom of Bhutan
Sentient Beings in The Kingdom of Bhutan by Laurie S. Chambers By Gini Rainey Chambers, who has spent over fifty years traveling...
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6.8KA 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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7.7KGHF 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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4.0KHow 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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4.8KBook Review: “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Delia Owens
By Gini Rainey Imagine, if you will, a shack in the middle of the backwater marshes of the Atlantic Ocean in North...
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3.9KBook Review: “The Orphan’s Tale” by Pam Jenoff
by Gini Rainey Note to Self: when times are different and strangely sad, as the Shelter In Place time for COVID-19 have...
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1.3KWhat’s Open in Galveston?
Frequently Asked Questions Wondering what is open and what the rules are in #galveston these days? Here are some answers to the...
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5.3KColor 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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35.8KGalveston Fun Maps
Click a Galveston Island, TX map below to see a larger version. Copyright 2019 Island Guide Magazine Add your business for...
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3.9KTreasure 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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5.5KHistoric 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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3.1K“When Spirits Run Wild” Reviewed by The Cookbook Junkie
By Gini Rainey We are now into the ninth day of our Stay-At-Home Order and it doesn’t get any easier, folks. One...
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2.5KWe Could All Use A Laugh Right Now!
By Gini Rainey One Hairy Knee – Amy Arndt The feeling I kept getting while reading Ms. Arndt’s book was “this could...
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3.2KGive the Girl a Sammich!
By Gini Rainey Right now, considering all that is going on in our world, the KISS method would seem to be the...
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4.4KEnjoy 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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14.1KThe 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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4012020 Elissa Daysails Announced: Sign Up Now
Join us for a one of a kind outdoor adventure aboard the 1877 Iron Barque ELISSA! 2020 sees the Official Tall Ship...
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439Mardi Gras Galveston Day-to-Day Calendar
Mardi Gras Galveston is February 14th-25th! Let the good times roll! BEST VALUE: First & Second Weekend Two-Day Passes- SAVE $14 OR...
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2.4KA Little Mystery for February
An Anonymous Girl by Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen An instant #1 New York Times Best Seller in 2019, this second novel...
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511Celebrate “Menardi Gras” Feb. 7th at Menard House
Celebrate Mardi Gras 2020, supported by Tom’s Galveston Real Estate, at the site of the island’s first celebration of the annual fest in...
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8.8KBeach & 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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1.9KFREE! Jan. 11th: Family Day at Oil Rig Museum
On the second Saturday of every month, 10am-3pm, the Ocean Star celebrates Family Day. Each Family Day focuses on a different theme...
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473Its New Years Eve on the Island: Lets Party!
Celebrate the New Year Island-style! Here is what is going on….
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6.6KGalveston 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...
