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A Haunting Record: The 1900 Storm Inquest Book
The 1900 Storm remains the deadliest natural disaster in United States history. The hurricane’s destruction and following recovery have...
Galveston County Museum
Aug 13, 2024
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Exploring Galveston's Beach history
In a recent episode of the Unboxing History podcast presented by the Galveston County Museum, curator assistant Shelby Rodwell unboxes a...
Galveston County Museum
Jul 24, 2024
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Blazing History: Galveston's Fires & the fight to save the island
Welcome to the latest episode of Unboxing History, hosted by Christine Hopkins and Jodi Wright-Gidley. Christine is a local author and...
Galveston County Museum
Jun 17, 2024
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When Luck Was Lady Galveston, Unveiling the City’s Gambling Past
Featuring Kimber Fountain, Author of The Maceos and the Free State of Galveston, An Authorized History The featured artifacts include a...
Galveston County Museum
May 21, 2024
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Revealing Galveston's history through film
Galveston, Texas, is widely recognized as a bustling tourist destination filled with sandy beaches and vibrant nightlife. Yet beyond its...
Galveston County Museum
Apr 18, 2024
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Savoring History- convenience food old and new
Have you ever heard of Dan the Tamale Man? Mr. Serrato sold tamales at the corner of 25th and Broadway for decades. His popular tamale...
Galveston County Museum
Mar 25, 2024
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