Galveston County Historical Museum 2219 Market St. Galveston, TX77550 Phone: (409)766-2340

Learn about Galveston's fascinating history at The Galveston County Historical Museum.

Includes permanent exhibits on Galveston lighthouses, Native Americans on the Island, the 1900 storm (including vintage film of the actual storm, taken by Thomas Edison's assistant), building the Seawall, and the 1947 Texas City explosion.

Notice especially the intricately decorated vaulted ceiling and the glowing lens taken from Galveston's South Jetty Lighthouse.

Originally the City National Bank, built by W.L. Moody in 1919, and donated to the county by Moody's daughter, Mary Moody Northen, in 1976.

Admission
Free.
Donations Accepted.

Hours of Operation
Summer:
Monday thru Saturday: 10am - 5pm
Sunday: Noon - 5pm

Winter:
Monday thru Saturday: 10am - 4pm
Sunday: Noon - 4pm

Note: Hours may be seasonal and subject to change.

From Bolivar Peninsula:
Starting from Crystal Beach, travel approximately 10.7 miles to the Bolivar Ferry. Upon exiting the Ferry, take Ferry Road (SR-87) and head southeast approximately .9 miles. Turn right (west) onto Harborside Drive and travel approximately 1.6 miles. Turn left (south) onto 23rd Street (Tremont) and travel approximately .1 miles to Market Street.