About this Event
Join Galveston Historical Foundation in commemorating the 125th anniversary of the 1900 Storm with a special open house event at four of the island’s most historic landmarks. Guests are invited to explore these beloved locations, each of which withstood the deadliest natural disaster in American history. This unique opportunity offers a powerful reflection on Galveston’s resilience, with each property sharing stories of survival, recovery, and the lives forever changed by The Great Storm.
PARTICIPATING PROPERTIES
- 1892 Bishop's Palace (1402 Broadway) **TOUR CHECK-IN**
- 1838 Menard House (1605 33rd Street)
- 1859 St. Joseph's Church (2202 Avenue K)
- 1859 Ashton Villa (2328 Broadway)
- 1895 Moody Mansion (2618 Broadway)
TOUR DETAILS
- Please check in at the 1892 Bishop's Palace, located at 1402 Broadway, to receive your tour program. From there, you're welcome to visit any participating property in any order you choose.
- Tickets are non-refundable.
ABOUT THE 1900 STORM | On September 8, 1900, Galveston, Texas, was devastated by the deadliest natural disaster in U.S. history when a massive hurricane made landfall on the island. With winds estimated at over 140 miles per hour and a storm surge that swallowed much of the city, the hurricane claimed the lives of more than 6,000 residents and destroyed thousands of homes. At the time, Galveston was a thriving port city and one of the most important commercial hubs on the Gulf Coast. The storm not only reshaped the island physically—with the construction of a seawall and the raising of the city’s elevation—but also altered its trajectory, as economic dominance shifted inland to Houston. The 1900 Storm remains a defining chapter in Galveston’s history, a somber reminder of nature’s power and the islanders’ enduring resilience.
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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 sixty years, GHF has expanded its mission to encompass community redevelopment, historic preservation advocacy, maritime preservation, coastal resiliency and stewardship of historic properties. 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 conceives of history as an engaging story of individual lives and experiences on Galveston Island from the 19th century to the present day.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
1892 Bishop’s Palace, 1402 Broadway Avenue J, Galveston, United States
USD 43.20
