Galveston Island Guide
All posts tagged "Downtown"
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3.6KDowntownGalveston is More Fun When it Rains
Courtesy of Galveston Convention and Visitors Bureau You’ve waited for your vacation at the beach and now it’s raining…what to do, what...
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27Downtown“The Polar Express” at Galveston Railroad Museum Tickets Now on Sale
Visit the Galveston Railroad Museum to learn the history of the golden age of rail and experience the excitement of bygone...
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314DowntownFREE Movies & Music at Saengerfest Park This Holiday Weekend
Saengerfest Park, located in the heart of Downtown Galveston, is a great place to find free family-friendly fun as the days (slowly)...
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81.4KGig GuideGalveston Island Live Music Guide
Live Music & Concerts on Galveston Island, Texas This Weekend!
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373Locals' FavoritesSummer Fun at The Grand 1894 Opera House
The Grand 1894 Opera House is the premier performing arts theatre in the Gulf Coast region and the official Opera House of...
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610DowntownAt GAC: “Never Odd or Even:” Melinda Laszczynski, Kate Mulholland, and Erika Whitney
Galveston Arts Center is located at 2127 Strand, Downtown Galveston, TX 77550 P: 409.763.2403 – Admission is always free. Open Wednesday –...
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3.2KDowntownDowntown Galveston: Fun on The Strand & Postoffice District
Downtown Galveston hosts several unique areas to explore: The Stand, Harborside, Postoffice District, and a bunch more. Check out these events going...
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2.6KDowntownTurtles About Town: Social Distancing Exploring Art
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581More To DoGalveston Yearly Festivals: 2022 Announced
2022 Upcoming Festivals Sunny days and mild nights make Galveston Island the perfect place to enjoy festivals year-round. Many festivals celebrate art,...
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1.0KDowntownOutdoor Dining: Fresh Air & Views Galore
If you’re inkling for a delicious meal overlooking the beach, these restaurants are ready to help you put COVID worries aside and...
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952DowntownGalveston Artist Residency: The 2021-2022 Artists in Residence Announced
The Galveston Artist Residency is excited to introduce our 2021-2022 Artists in Residence: Manuel Alejandro Rodríguez-Delgado Jean Shon Andrew Wilson Manuel Alejandro...
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389ChristmasThe Official Blues Brothers Revue Nov. 26th-27th
The Grand’s 2021-2022 Season Continues With The Official Blues Brothers Revue – November 26-27 The Grand 1894 Opera House kicks off the...
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498DowntownIrene Antonia Diane Reece: Opening June 5th at Galveston Arts Center
On view June 5 – August 22, 2021 in the 1878 & Brown Foundation Gallery Irene Antonia Diane Reece: Opening June...
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3.4KDowntownRosenberg Library: Summer Reading Program Begins
Pre-registration is now available for our Rosenberg Library Teen Summer Reading Program at https://rosenberg.beanstack.org! Just for registering you get a brand new book,...
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523DowntownJune Rosenberg Treasure of the Month: Schmidt’s Garden
Pictured above: This photo is believed to have been taken at Schmidt’s Garden during Galveston’s 1876 Maifest celebration. During the month of...
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527HistoryRosenberg Library April Treasure: Murder and Mystery at Guzzi’s Store
During the late 19th century, Vincent Guzzi opened a grocery store at the northeast corner of Market and 8th Street in Galveston. ...
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455DowntownMarch Treasure at Rosenberg Library: Maria C. Kimball
In honor of Women’s History Month this March, Rosenberg Library will celebrate the legacy of Galveston artist Maria Cage Kimball. Kimball is...
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7.8KDowntown$1 Gets You All Over the Island on Cool Galveston Trolleys
The rubber-wheeled trolleys will return on weekends as a fun and convenient way to travel along the Seawall and downtown. The rubber...
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496DowntownFebruary 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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6.3KFoodA Stunning View of Heaven on Earth: A View of The Gulf, The Downtown, The Bay Side of Galveston
By Sissie Coomes When you are at the beach, you either want to be in the sun, shaded under awnings and patios...
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841DowntownThe Cool & Totally Fun “Views, Brews & ‘Tails” Tour
When on vacation, who doesn’t want to sip an ice-cold beer or cocktail while enjoying the views from a great patio? With...
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2.2KFood5 Breweries to Visit if You’re Spending Time in Galveston
Warm weather is creeping in and it’s time to set sights on the next big vacation—spring break! Whether you’re a Texas native...
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1.1KFine ArtsExplore 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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728FestivalsTop 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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935More To DoGalveston 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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745More To DoFree 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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2.5KDowntownA 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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913DowntownHow 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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893FamilyColor 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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750DowntownTreasure 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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3.9KDowntownThe Most Excellent Music at Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe This Weekend
Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe is a music venue that supports live, original music. It is located at 413 20th St., in Downtown Galveston. For...
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2.1KLocals' FavoritesBook 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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827Locals' FavoritesReady, Set, Read!
By Gini Rainey I don’t know about the rest of the world, but 2019 proved to be very challenging for me...
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2.3KDowntownGalveston 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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5.3KDowntownGalveston 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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10.6KFoodGalveston 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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5.4KDowntownBoots: 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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12.0KFoodMy 5 Favorite Breakfasts
By Kimber Fountain Nothing beats a great breakfast, and not just to start your morning. The most versatile of mealtimes is delicious...
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7.8KFoodDive 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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3.0KFoodPizza Galore on Galveston Island
Pizza is Our Favorite Food Group, No Really! Pizza. The one food that basically everyone on earth can agree is simply the...
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15.4KDowntownStatues and Monuments, The Gleanings of Galveston
By Kimber Fountain │ Photos by Christa Schreckengost The history of recorded civilization on Galveston Island spans a mere two hundred years,...
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5.6KFoodSaltwater Grill: The Heart of a City, The Charm of an Island
By Kimber Fountain, Photos by Christa Schreckengost A very distinct level of sophistication is required to exude limitless elegance without careening down...
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11.6KOutdoors5 Things To Do On Galveston Island Without Hitting The Beach
Galveston Island is a beautiful, historic beach destination known for its great weather all year round. But, if you’re not a sand-between-your-toes...
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1.2KDowntownStuttgarden Coffee Haus is Open in Downtown Galveston
Stuttgarden’s new coffee house opens at 7:30am Monday-Friday and 8am Saturday and Sunday, and offers hand-crafted espresso drinks until the restaurant closes...
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1.1KLocals' Favorites5 Reasons To Support The Local Businesses of Galveston Island
Galveston Island is a unique community that is rich in arts and culture, family-friendly events, and local businesses that benefit from and...
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5.6KDowntownThe Proletariat: Galveston’s Artists Celebrate New Multi-Use Venue
Written by Michael Alan Basham, Photographed by Sharis DeJaynes Forty years ago when things were just starting to coalesce on the Strand...
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4.1KDowntown“A Little Weekend Time Traveling” At Visker & Scriveners Handcrafted Quills, Books and Oddities
Written and Photographed by Michael Alan Basham One steps off of the warmer westward exposure of the more modern day Victorian Tremont...
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6.5KDowntownIsland Treasure Hunts: A Fun Time for All Ages
By Terry Card Texans who live close to the heady atmosphere of space technology at NASA and Johnson Space Center will appreciate...
