Galveston Historical Foundation
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Friday May 8 7:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
History on Tap Dinner at the 1886 Mollie Walters House
MAKE A RESERVATION FOR DELICIOUS HISTORY Great food has graced these tables before, but never quite like this as Galveston Historical Foundation’s 52nd annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour offers select seats to this special History on Tap dinner. Enjoy a specially crea......More
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Saturday May 9 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
Trolley Tour of Historic Galveston
Take a ride through history with Galveston Historical Foundation! Step aboard a historic trolley for a guided ride through Galveston’s architectural legacy, featuring exterior views of homes showcased on the 52nd Annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour. As you travel throu......More
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Saturday May 9 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
Morning Mimosa Harbor Tours
Bubbles and Boats with a Splash of History Start your day on the water with Morning Mimosa Harbor Tours, a refined extension of our Galveston Historic Harbor Tours. This relaxed morning cruise pairs complimentary mimosas with a history-rich exploration of Galveston Harb......More
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Saturday May 9 7:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
History on Tap Dinner at the 1886 Frederick and Mary Beissner House
MAKE A RESERVATION FOR DELICIOUS HISTORY Great food has graced these tables before, but never quite like this as Galveston Historical Foundation’s 52nd annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour offers select seats to this special History on Tap dinner. Enjoy a specially crea......More
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Sunday May 10 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Mother's Day Champagne Brunch at the 1859 Ashton Villa
CELEBRATE MOM AT THE 52ND ANNUAL GALVESTON HISTORIC HOMES TOUR Held in the gorgeous 1859 Ashton Villa, this festive brunch features individual seating for you and your group, a special gift for mothers, live music, and more. Tickets are available for brunch only or with......More
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Sunday May 10 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
Morning Mimosa Harbor Tours
Bubbles and Boats with a Splash of History Start your day on the water with Morning Mimosa Harbor Tours, a refined extension of our Galveston Historic Harbor Tours. This relaxed morning cruise pairs complimentary mimosas with a history-rich exploration of Galveston Harb......More
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Sunday May 10 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Tea at the Palace
A Special Homes Tour Tea in the 1892 Bishop’s Palace Step back in time to an afternoon of elegance and charm at the 1892 Bishop’s Palace. Join us for a traditional afternoon tea where guests will enjoy a selection of fine tea, delectable pastries, finger sandwiches, and......More
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Thursday May 14 6:00pm - 8:30pm CDT
Smarty Pints Trivia Nights
PLEASE NOTE: WE WILL NOT HAVE SMARTY PINTS IN DECEMBER BUT WILL RESUME IN JANUARY OF 2026. Think you’re the know-it-all of Galveston? Come flex those brain muscles and join us for a series of trivia nights supporting Galveston Historical Foundation and the Tall Ship ELI......More
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Saturday May 16 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Basement to Attic Tours of the 1892 Bishop's Palace
Offering participants a rare look into parts of the National Historic Landmark that are typically off-limits, the 1892 Bishop’s Palace Basement to Attic Tours feature Mrs. Gresham’s studio. An exclusive third-floor view to a truly one of a kind panoramic of the Gulf of ......More
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Saturday May 16 7:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
Ferris Bueller's Day Off - Strand Summer Series
Galveston Historical Foundation invites you to enjoy historic downtown Galveston for the 2026 Strand Summer Series! These movie nights are held at Hendley Green and feature free films from April through September. ABOUT FERRIS BUELLER’S DAY OFF | A brash, cocky high sch......More
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Saturday May 23 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Basement to Attic Tours of the 1892 Bishop's Palace
Offering participants a rare look into parts of the National Historic Landmark that are typically off-limits, the 1892 Bishop’s Palace Basement to Attic Tours feature Mrs. Gresham’s studio. An exclusive third-floor view to a truly one of a kind panoramic of the Gulf of ......More