About this Event
Step into Galveston’s past by lantern light on a guided walk through the Broadway Cemetery Historic District, exploring the Episcopal, Old Catholic, and Old City cemeteries. Along the way, guests will encounter the stories of notable Galvestonians including Bettie Brown, Michael Menard, Nicaragua Smith, Mrs. Alberti, Ira Day, and others whose lives helped shape the island’s history.
Throughout the cemetery, #GalvestonHistory-approved reenactors will bring these stories to life, sharing historically grounded accounts of the people buried there and the world they knew.
TOUR SPECIFICS
- Tour guide will have a red lantern at 40th and Avenue K
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of your tour
- Photographs are always encouraged
- No refunds
ABOUT GALVESTON HISTORICAL FOUNDATION
Galveston Historical Foundation (GHF) was formed as the Galveston Historical Society in 1871 and merged with a new organization formed in 1954 as a non-profit entity devoted to historic preservation and history in Galveston County. Over the last seventy years, GHF has expanded its mission to encompass community redevelopment, historic preservation advocacy, maritime preservation, museum development, and heritage tourism. GHF embraces a broader vision of history and architecture that encompasses advancements in environmental and natural sciences and their intersection with historic buildings and coastal life, and continues to lead on local, state, and national levels with research-driven programs that build awareness of preservation’s role in cultural identity and stewardship across generations.
Event venue & nearby stays
Broadway Cemetery, 4201 Broadway Avenue J, Galveston, United States
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