THE GALVESTON HISTORIC HOMES TOUR RETURNS MAY 5-7 & 12-14, 2023
Galveston Historical Foundation opens the doors to Galveston’s architectural history through public tours of privately owned homes during its annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour. Large, small, and everything in between, the 2022 tour will have something for everyone! In addition to the tours, the annual event features numerous special events, allowing guests unique experiences in many of the tour homes and historic sites across the island.
Tours are held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 6-7, 12-14, 2023.
Tickets are $35 for general admission until May 2, and $40 after and through the tour. Tickets are available online or the day of at any of the tour homes.
CLICK HERE FOR HOMES TOUR TICKETS
GHF members are eligible for specially priced $30 tickets. Members can purchase at any tour home the day of the tour or online through their GalvestonHistory+ account.
For general information questions, please call 409-765-3424. For group sales of 20 or more, please contact us at 409-765-3432. You are not able to view a house again after touring it. Tickets are not sold for individual homes. There are no discounts for children; infants in arms are free. All tickets are non-refundable. Special event tickets are only available online.
HOST AN ARTIST
This May, GHF welcomes the Outdoor Painters Society’s Plein Air Southwest 2023 painting competition and show. The visiting artists will interpret our historic city and capture the essence of Galveston in their artwork.You’re invited to join the event as a host of one of the participating artists through the “Host An Artist” program. This program is a wonderful opportunity to help support the event, the art community, and to give the artist a warm Galveston reception. The artist will be arriving near or on Sunday, May 7, and departing on Sunday, May 14. Actual arrival and departure dates will be finalized between the artist and host after making initial contact. The level of accommodation is entirely between the host and the artist with an understanding of the following:
- Artists will be respectful and responsible to the homes and hosts
- Hosts understand that the artists are here to work and compete, that they might keep odd hours (in order to capture early or late light)
- Hosts are required to provide artists: a private bedroom, access to a bathroom, and use of a small space in the refrigerator for food
- Hosts are not required to provide meals, transportation, or tour guide-type services for artists
- Use of laundry facilities at the host home is available only if mutually agreed upon between the host and artist
- If requested in advance through the event coordinator for artists, artists may seek accommodations for a spouse, significant other, or other business managers
- It should not be assumed that housing will be provided for children, friends, or pets
- Artists should not feel responsible to give gifts to their hosts, but hosts may accept tokens of appreciation for opening their homes to artists
- Hosts are invited to attend the private Exhibition Preview Reception and Awards
If you or someone you know has any interest in hosting an artist for this event, please complete the form below or contact us for more information.
FAQ’s
Have a question? We’d be happy to help! You can contact us by email or by calling 409-765-7834.
WHEN IS THE TOUR?
The Galveston Historic Homes Tour is held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on May 7, 8, 14 & 15, 2022.
HOW MUCH ARE TICKETS?
Tickets are $35 prior to May 2, 2022. $40 after. $30 for GHF members and groups of 20 or more. Call 409-765-3426 for details. Tickets are non-refundable.
WHEN CAN I USE MY TICKETS?
Tickets are valid for both weekends. You are not able to view a house again after touring it. Tickets are not sold for individual homes.
WHERE DO I START?
You can start at any of the homes on tour. There is not a set path of houses to see in any particular order.
WHERE CAN I BUY TICKETS?
To purchase tickets for the tour and all special events, click here or call 409-765-3424. Tickets are also available on the day of each tour at any homes on the tour. There are no discounts for children; infants in arms are free.
WHERE DO I PARK?
Parking is available near each tour home on a first-come, first-serve basis. No shuttle service is offered.
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?
Please wear soft-soled shoes to minimize harm to floors. Hats, umbrellas, and sunscreen are highly suggested.
WILL THE TOUR BE CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER?
In case of inclement weather, the tour may be discontinued temporarily or for the remainder of the day.
WHAT IS PROHIBITED?
Smoking, photos, food, drinks, and pets are not permitted.
