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| 1 | Great Food & Service • Relaxed Atmosphere Live Music • Beautiful Bay Views 21706 Burnet • Sea Isle • Galveston, Texas 77554 • 409.497.4148 GuestPAL© 2023 MOODY MANSION 2618 BROADWAY • GALVESTON ISLAND WWW.MOODYMANSION.ORG Is it the mansion itself, the family who lived here, the artifacts, or the stories you’ll find so memorable? All of the above! Open daily, 10 - 5 (last tickets sold at 4 p.m.) 3802 Cove View Blvd, Suite C Galveston, TX 77554 IN-HOUSE DELIVERY AVAILABLE MON-SAT, 12PM-9PM SEAHORSE GRILL 409-741-8400 Monday - Thursday 11am - 9pm Friday - Saturday 11am - 10pm DINING OPEN 61st to Jamaica Beach Order Pick Up Online
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GALVESTON BAY GULF OF MEXICO 37th 51st Seawall Blvd. Seawall Blvd. Broadway 61st Harborside AveS. Harborside Moody Gardens GALVESTON ISLAND GALVESTON ISLAND Schlitterbahn Water Park 3005 West End ToHouston and BayArea WEST BAY GULF OF MEXICO San Luis Pass GALVESTON’S WEST END GALVESTON’S WEST END Bob Smith Rd. Indian Beach Dr. 10 Stewart Rd. 18 Jones Dr. 14 61st 4 11 8 San Jacinto Dr. 17 Stewart Rd. 12 Heards Ln. 6 7
Pelican Island GULF OF MEXICO 25th 2nd y de Ferry Rd. UTMB Bolivar Ferry Sea Wolf Park East Beach Stewart Beach Galveston Cruise Ship Terminals Moody Mansion Ashton Villa Crystal Beach 30 13 For a list of all other Galveston Advertisers, see page 44. For a map of Downtown Galveston/Strand, please see page 25. Stewart Rd. 12 Mile Rd. Galveston Island State Park San Luis Pass Rd. Stewart Rd. Cove View Blvd. 7 Mile Rd. 8 Mile Rd. Pabst Rd. 8 3 9 5 Galveston’s Pleasure Pier Palace Bishop's 15 1 16 Church St. Joseph’s Kempner Park The Bryan Museum 2 Open Gates 87

ONGOING EVENTS

Jan – Dec: Every Wednesday, Ladies Night w/ Laura Magers on Piano at 23rd Street Station Piano Bar, 6pm-9pm. Info: 409-4435678 or 23rdstreetstation.com.

Jan – Dec: Every Thursday, Total Texas Thursdays at 23rd Street Station Piano Bar, 4pm-12pm. Info: 409-443-5678 or 23rdstreetstation.com.

Jan – Dec: Every Friday, Live Entertainment at 23rd Street Station Piano Bar, 7pm-11pm. Info: 409-443-5678 or 23rdstreetstation.com.

Jan – Dec: Every Saturday, Live Entertainment at 23rd Street Station Piano Bar, 7pm-11pm. Info: 409-443-5678 or 23rdstreetstation.com.

Jan – Dec: Every Sunday, Sing-A-Long Sunday at 23rd Street Station Piano Bar, 5pm - 9pm. Info: 409-443-5678 or 23rdstreetstation.com.

Jan – Dec: Galveston's Own Farmer's Market

– Every Sunday, 9am – 1pm (Jun-Sept); 9am1pm (Oct-May) at The Depot on Market - 3304 Market St. Locally grown produce, prepared food, and edible farm products. Info: www. galvestonsownfarmersmarket.com

Jan – Dec: Live Jazz every Thursday & Friday at The Tremont House, 6pm-9:30pm. Info: 409763-0300

Jan – Dec: Kirk Hale on Piano every Saturday at The Tremont House, 5pm-7pm. Info: 409763-0300

Jan-Dec: All access tours of the 1895 Moody Mansion– 3:45pm-5pm. Info: moodymansion. org or 409-762-7668

Mar-Jun & Sept-Dec: Galveston Island Market every 3rd Saturday – 22nd and Mechanic St., 10am-4pm. Info: www. galvestonislandmarket.com

FEBRUARY

Feb 2: Betty Soo & Pat Byrne Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: www. oldquarteracousticcafe.com

Feb 3: Chris Gantry Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: www. oldquarteracousticcafe.com

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Feb 3: “The Gruffalo” at The Grand 1894 Opera House - 10am. Info: www.thegrand.com or 800-821-1894

Feb 4: The Romeros Quartet at The Grand 1894 Opera House - 8pm. Info: www.thegrand. com or 800-821-1894

Feb 10-12: Mardi Gras! Galveston, Info: www.mardigrasgalveston.com or 1-888-GALISLE

Feb 11: Family Day at Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum-"Shaving Cream Creations" 10am-3pm. Info: 409-766-STAR or www.oceanstaroec.com

Feb 17–19: Mardi Gras! Galveston, Info: www.mardigrasgalveston.com or 1-888-GALISLE

Feb 21: Fat Tuesday! Mardi Gras! Galveston, Info: www.mardigrasgalveston.com or 1-888-GAL-ISLE

Feb 15-16: Lyle Lovett & His Acoustic Group at The Grand 1894 Opera House – 7:30pm. Info: www.thegrand.com or 800-821-1894

Feb 23: Kevin Galloway Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: www. oldquarteracousticcafe.com

Feb 26: Galveston Marathon – marathon, half marathon, & 5k – 7am, East Beach. Info: galvestonmarathon.com

Feb 24: JM & The Honeybadgerz & Kevin Anthony & G Town Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: www. oldquarteracousticcafe.com

Feb 24: The Kingdom Choir at The Grand 1894 Opera House – 8pm. Info: www.thegrand. com or 800-821-1894

Feb 25: Aaron Stephens Band Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: www. oldquarteracousticcafe.com

Feb 26: Jeff Crosby Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: www. oldquarteracousticcafe.com

Feb 26: Galveston Symphony Orchestra: “Masterworks III” – Valentines Concert at The Grand 1894 Opera House – 4pm. – Info: www.thegrand.com or 800-821-1894

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Feb. 28: “The Ugly Duckling” at The Grand 1894 Opera House – 10am. Info: www. thegrand.com or 800-821-1894

MARCH

Mar 3: George Ensle Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: oldquarteracousticcafe.com

Mar 4: Mike McClure Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: oldquarteracousticcafe.com

Mar 4: ArtWalk – An evening of art and fun throughout Galveston, 6pm-9pm. Info: www. galvestonartscenter.org or 409-763-2403

Mar 4: An evening with Jaston Williams at The Grand 1894 Opera House. Shows at 2pm & 8pm. Info: www.thegrand.com or 800-8211894

Mar 5: Clem Snide Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 2:30pm. Info: oldquarteracousticcafe.com

Mar 5: Rob Landes Trio “The American Songbook II” at The Grand 1894 Opera House - 4pm. Live entertainment. Info: www. thegrand.com or 800-821-1894

Mar 8: The Shootouts Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: oldquarteracousticcafe.com

Mar 10-11: The Commodores at The Grand 1894 Opera House – 8pm. Info: www.thegrand. com or 800-821-1894

Mar 10: Meredith Crawford & Kayla Ray Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: oldquarteracousticcafe.com

Mar 11: Family Day at Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum-"Derrick of Distinction" 10am-3pm. Info: 409-766-STAR or www.oceanstaroec.com

Mar 12: The Mastersons & the Whitmore Sisters Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 2:30pm. Info: oldquarteracousticcafe.com.

Mar 12-18: Spring Break 2023!

Mar 18: "Yamato – the Drummers of Japan – The Wings of Phoenix" at The Grand 1894 Opera House - 8pm. Info: www.thegrand.com or 800-821-1894

Mar 23: The Rifters Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: oldquarteracousticcafe.com

Mar 23: "The Step Crew" at The Grand 1894 Opera House, 8pm. Info: www.thegrand.com or 800-821-1894

Mar 24: Gabe Lee & King Margo Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: oldquarteracousticcafe.com

Mar 25: Jeff Black Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: oldquarteracousticcafe.com

Mar 27: “The Lightning Thief” at The Grand 1894 Opera House, 10am. Live entertainment. Info: www.thegrand.com or 800-821-1894

Mar 31: Lisa Morales Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: oldquarteracousticcafe.com

APRIL

Apr-Oct: Movie Nite on The Strand - Every 1st Saturday at Saengerfest Park – 23rd St. & Strand, 6pm-9pm. Info: 409-763-7080 or www. downtowngalveston.org

Apr-Oct: Music Nite on The Strand - Every 2nd Saturday at Saengerfest Park – 23rd St. & Strand, 6pm-9pm. Info: 409-763-7080 or www. downtowngalveston.org

Apr 1-2: Galveston Steampunk Festival – Galveston Railroad Museum – 1pm. Info: galvestonsteampunk.com 818-856-1650

Apr 2: Galveston Symphony Orchestra –“Masterworks IV – Mozart & Ravel – 4pm. Info: www.thegrand.com or 800-821-1894

Apr 2: Ironman 70.3 Texas Triathlon Event Info: www.ironmanlonestar.com or 303-4444316

Apr 3: "Llama Llama” at The Grand 1894 Opera House at 10am. Info: www.thegrand. com or 800-821-1894

Apr 7-Sept 4: Schlitterbahn Galveston is open on select weekends and Summer Season thru Sept 4th. Info: 409-740-WAVE, www. schlitterbahn.com/galveston

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Apr 8: Family Day at Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum-" Maskology" 10am-3pm. Info: 409-766-STAR or www. oceanstaroec.com

Apr 9: Breakfast with the Easter Bunny & other Easter events at Moody Gardens – 11am - Info: www.moodygardens.com or 800-5824673

Apr 13-16: Tall Ships® Galveston – New festival featuring Tall Ships, music, and family fun. Info: 409-765-7834 or www. galvestonhistory.org

Apr 14: The Wilder Blue Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café 8pm. Info: oldquarteracousticcafe.com

Apr 14: Seong – Jin Cho – Pianist at The Grand 1894 Opera House - 8pm. Info: www. thegrand.com or 800-821-1894

Apr 15: Galvezton Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café 8pm. Info: oldquarteracousticcafe.com

Apr 15: An evening with Renee’ Elise Goldsberry at The Grand 1894 Opera House at 8pm. Info: www.thegrand.com or 800-8211894

Apr 20: Sunny Sweeney Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: oldquarteracousticcafe.com

Apr 20-23: 21st Annual Galveston FeatherFest - Birding event coinciding with the Spring migration of more than 200 species of birds as they travel through the area. Info: www.galvestonfeatherfest.com or 832-4595533

Apr 21: Dana Cooper Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café 8pm. oldquarteracousticcafe. com

Apr 22: The Mighty Orq Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: oldquarteracousticcafe.com

Apr 22: ArtWalk – An evening of art and fun throughout Galveston - 6pm-9pm. Info: www. galvestonartscenter.org or 409-763-2403

Apr 27: “Three Billy Goats Gruff” at The Grand 1894 Opera House – 10am. Info: www. thegrand.com or 800-821-1894

Apr 27: Ramblin’ Jack Elliott Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: oldquarteracousticcafe.com

Apr 28: Zac Wilkerson Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: oldquarteracousticcafe.com

Apr 29: Jeska Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: oldquarteracousticcafe.com

Apr 29: Railfest 2023: Annual model train rally – Galveston Railroad Museum, 10am–5pm. Info: galvestonrrmuseum.org or 409-765-5700

Apr 29: Grand Kids Fest – Downtown cultural arts district – 10am–5pm Info: http://www. thegrand.com/the-grand-kids-festival or 409457-9780

MAY

May-Sept 4: Schlitterbahn Galveston is open on select weekends and Summer Season thru Sept 4th. Info: 409-740-WAVE, www. schlitterbahn.com/galveston

May-Oct: Movie Nite on The Strand: Every 1st Saturday at Saengerfest Park – 23rd St. & Strand, 6pm-9pm. Info: 409-763-7080 or www. downtowngalveston.org

May-Oct: Music Nite on The Strand: Every 2nd Saturday at Saengerfest Park – 23rd St. & Strand, 6pm-9pm. Info: 409-763-7080 or www. downtowngalveston.org

May 6: Darden Smith Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: oldquarteracousticcafe.com

May 6-7: Galveston Historic Homes Tour, 10am. Info: www.galvestonhistory.org or 409765-2475

May 6-7: “Fiddler on the Roof” at The Grand 1894 Opera House – Sat. at 8pm; Sun. 2pm & 7pm. Info: www.thegrand.com or 800-8211894

May 13-14: Galveston Historic Homes Tour, 10am. Info: www.galvestonhistory.org or 409765-2475

May 12: Tremoloco Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: oldquarteracousticcafe.com

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May 14: Galveston Symphony Orchestra – “Masterworks” at The Grand 1894 Opera House, 4pm. Info: www.thegrand.com or 800821-1894

May 20: Steve Tyrell at The Grand 1894 Opera House, 4pm. Info: www.thegrand.com or 800821-1894

May 27-29: Memorial Day Weekend!

May 27: Two Tons of Steel Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: oldquarteracousticcafe.com

JUNE

Jun-Sept 4: Schlitterbahn Galveston is open on select weekends and Summer Season thru Sept 4th. Info: 409-740-WAVE, www. schlitterbahn.com/galveston

Jun 1-Aug 15: Galveston Island Beach Band – Every Tues. night, 7:30pm at 2310 Sealy St. Info: 409-621-3177 or www. galvestonbeachband.org

Jun-Oct: Movie Nite on The Strand: Every 1st Saturday at Saengerfest Park – 23rd St. & Strand, 6pm-9pm. Info: 409-763-7080 or www. downtowngalveston.org

Jun-Oct: Music Nite on The Strand: Every 2nd Saturday at Saengerfest Park – 23rd St. & Strand, 6pm-9pm. Info: 409-763-7080 or www. downtowngalveston.org

June 3: ArtWalk – An evening of art & fun throughout Galveston - 6-9pm. Info: 409-7632403 or www.galvestonartscenter.org.

June 10: Family Day at Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum “Insulators and Conductors” – 10a-3p. Info: 409-766-STAR or www.oceanstaroec.com

JULY

July-Sept 4: Schlitterbahn Galveston is open on select weekends and Summer Season thru Sept 4th. Info: 409-740-WAVE, www. schlitterbahn.com/galveston

July-Aug 15: Galveston Island Beach Band – Every Tues. night, 7:30pm at 2310 Sealy St. Info: 409-621-3177 or www. galvestonbeachband.org

July-Oct: Movie Nite on The Strand: Every 1st Saturday at Saengerfest Park – 23rd St. & Strand, 6pm-9pm. Info: 409-763-7080 or www. downtowngalveston.org

July-Oct: Music Nite on The Strand: Every 2nd Saturday at Saengerfest Park – 23rd St. & Strand, 6pm-9pm. Info: 409-763-7080 or www. downtowngalveston.org

July 4: City of Galveston Independence Day Parade! - Seawall Blvd., starts at 59th & ends 27th St. at 6pm, fireworks at 9:15 near 37th St. and Seawall. Info: 409-797-3700 or www. galvestontx.gov

July 8: Family Day at Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum “Rigs to Reefs” – 10a-3p. Info: 409-766-STAR or www. oceanstaroec.com

July 15: ArtWalk – An evening of art & fun throughout Galveston - 6-9pm. Info: 409-7632403 or www.galvestonartscenter.org.

July 17-21: Summer Theatre Camp at The Grand 1894 Opera House - One-week theatre camp. Ages 7-16. Info: www.thegrand.com or 800-821-1894

July 27: Jeff Plankenhorn Live at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, 8pm. Info: oldquarteracousticcafe.com

AUGUST

Aug-Sept 4: Schlitterbahn Galveston is open on select weekends and Summer Season thru Sept 4th. Info: 409-740-WAVE, www. schlitterbahn.com/galveston

Aug-Aug 15: Galveston Island Beach Band – Every Tues. night, 7:30pm at 2310 Sealy St. Info: 409-621-3177 or www. galvestonbeachband.org

Aug-Oct: Movie Nite on The Strand: Every 1st Saturday at Saengerfest Park – 23rd St. & Strand, 6pm-9pm. Info: 409-763-7080 or www. downtowngalveston.org

Aug-Oct: Music Nite on The Strand: Every 2nd Saturday at Saengerfest Park – 23rd St. & Strand, 6pm-9pm. Info: 409-763-7080 or www. downtowngalveston.org

Aug 12: Family Day at Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum “Needle Through a Balloon” - 10am-3pm. Info: 409-766-7827 or www.oceanstaroec.com

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CASUAL / FINE DINING

Darlene’s Shrimp Shack

Galveston Map No. 7, See Ad Page 34

1811 61st St., Ph: 409-744-6930

Cooked Shrimp in 7 different flavors.

Seahorse Grill

Galveston Map No. 15, See Ad This Page

3802 Cove View Blvd., Suite C, Ph: 409-741-8400

Home of classic American grub serving pizza, po’boys, and burgers to Galveston locals and tourists!

The West End Marina & Restaurants

Galveston Map No. 17, See Ad This Page 21706 Burnet Dr. Galveston, TX 77554, Ph: 409-497-4148

E-mail: westendmarina@hotmail.com Full service marina, Bait & Tackle shop, Convenience & Supply Store, Beautiful Restaurant on Galveston Bay with both fine & casual dining.

Way West Grill & Pizzeria

Galveston Map No. 18 , See Ad Page 39

16708 Termini-San Luis Pass Rd, Ph: 409-974-4934

Pizza, Burgers, Breakfast & Wings! Delivery Available!

ITALIAN

Mama Teresa’s Flying Pizza

Downtown Map No. D8, See Ad Page 11

416 21st St., Ph: 409-765-6262

Website: www.mamateresas.com

Some of the finest authentic Italian cuisine in Galveston!

MEXICAN

Salsas Mexican & Seafood Restaurant

Galveston Map No. 14 , See Ad Page 11

4604 Seawall Blvd., Ph: 409-621-2630

This ocean view restaurant has the authentic Mexican flavor that keeps people coming back. The food is freshly prepared daily & o

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SEAFOOD & GREEK

Benno’s Cajun Seafood

Galveston Map No. 5, See Ad Page 37

1212 Seawall Blvd., Ph: 409-762-4621

www.bennosofgalveston.com

Cajun Seafood & More!

Katie’s Seafood House

Downtown Map No. D5, See Ad Page 29

2000 Wharf Rd., Ph: 409-765-5688

Boat to table fresh Gulf seafood house serving up the freshest seafood you’ll get in Galveston.

Kritikos Grill

Galveston Map No. 11, See Ad This Page

4908 Seawall Blvd., Ph: 409-539-5915

Website: www.kritikosgrill.com

Serving Healthy Seafood Since 1500 B.C.

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ANTIQUES

Lucky Charm Antique Mall

Galveston Map No. 12, See Ad This Page 6012 Broadway, Ph: 409-419-8837

Facebook: www.facebook.com/Galvezmall We are a multi-vendor antique mall. We have a great selection of furniture, books, outdoor decor, glass, jewelry and jeweler on premise, toys, dolls, and more!

BAIT & TACKLE/SEAFOOD

Allex’s Seafood Market West

Galveston Map No. 3, See Ad Page 38, Coupon Page 43

13730 San Luis Pass Rd., Pirate’s Beach, Ph: 409-737-2212

Aunt Margie’s Bait & Seafood

Galveston Map No. 4, See Ad This Page 1811 61st St., Ph: 409-744-6930

Website: www.auntmargiesbaitandseafood.com

Katie’s Seafood Market

Downtown Map No. D6, See Ad Page 29 Pier 19 - 1902 Wharf, Ph: 409-763-8160

Website: www.katiesseafoodmarket.com

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CLOTHING/ ACCESSORIES

Jennika’s...A Bazaar Place

Downtown Map No. D4, See Ad This

Page, Coupon Page 43

2628 Market St., Ph: 832-350-9271

Jennika’s is a bazaar and pleasant infusion of fashion, accessories, art, gift and home decor with some re-loved treasures mixed in. Open: Tues., Fri. 11am-5pm; Weds.-Thurs. 11am-6pm; Sat.-Sun. 11am-4pm.

Lady Brown’s Boutique

Downtown Map No. D7, See Ad Page 33

2501 Market St., Ph: 409-632-2974

Website: www.ladybboutique.com

A trendsetting In-store and Online

Women’s Clothing Store.

JEWELRY

A Holistic Solution

Downtown Map No. D1, See Ad Page 27, Coupon Page 42

2319 Strand St., Ste. A, Ph: 928-301-3412

E-mail: info@aholisticsolution.com

Website: www.aholisticsolution.com

Enhance your lifestyle with our Frequency Jewelry.

Plunder

Serving All of Galveston, See Ad Page 30 www.plunderdesign.com/party/MonicaV

Santa Fe Trail

Downtown Map No. D15, See Ad Page 26

2217 Strand, Ph: 409-762-7511

Indian and Southwest Jewelry and Art. Located in Old Galveston Square.

The Jewel Garden

Downtown Map No. D18,See Ad Page 26

2216 Strand, Ph: 409-766-7837,

E-mail: jewelgardentx@aol.com

409-737-2212

Located at Pirate’s Beach Shopping Strip 5 miles West of end of Seawall

Mon.-Thurs. 10am-6pm, Fri.-Sat. 9am-7pm, Sun. 9am-6pm

Mention this ad and get 50¢ off per pound of Shrimp!

Fresh Fish, Shrimp, Scallops, Fresh Picked Crab Meat, Oysters, Spices and Condiments, Cornish Game Hens, Pork Chops, Chicken Breasts and Side Dishes

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2010 Strand • Galveston,TX

409-762-2610

www.hendleymarketgalveston.com

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SPECIALTY & GIFTS

betsy by design

Downtown Map No. D2, See Ad Page 33

2422 Mechanic St., Ph: 773-727-4204

Website: www.betsybydesign.net

Invitations for All Life Events, Stationery, Greeting Cards, Gifts & Gift Wrap, Custom Design & Gallery.

Hendley Market

Downtown Map No. D3, See Ad Page 28

2010 Strand, Ph: 409-762-2610, Fax: 409-762-9001

Website: www.hendleymarket.com

In the Strand’s oldest building lies “the best little store in Texas.”-Texas Monthly. A mesmerizing mesh of toys, treasures, antiques, ethnic & just plain strange.

Nativities of the World

Downtown Map No. D11, See Ad Page 28

2010 Strand, Ph: 409-762-2610, Fax: 409-762-9001

Website: www.nativitiesoftheworld.com

Internationally renowned Nativity collections housed in the historic Hendley Building. Featuring over 250 handcrafted Nativities.

Nautical Antiques & Tropical Decor

Downtown Map No. D12, See Ad Page 32

2202 Ship Mechanic Row, Ph: 409-539-5469

Website: www.PiecesOfShip.com

Open: Thurs-Mon 10a-6p, Sun. 11a-4p, Closed Tues. & Wed. Offering Nautical & Tropical items.

Strand Brass & Christmas on The Strand

Downtown Map No. D16, See Ad Page 27, Coupon Page 42

2115 Strand, Ph: 409-762-7400

We are exclusive Heritage Lace Dealer. We also carry Dept. 56 Snowbabies, Buyer’s Choice Carolers, Christopher Radko Ornaments.

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Attractions & Amusements

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BEACHES & PARKS

Beach Pocket Parks

No. 1 - FM 3005 at 7-1/2-mile Rd.; No. 2 - FM 3005 at 9-1/2-mile Rd.; No. 3 - FM 3005 at 11mile Rd.

Ph: 409-797-5000, www.galvestonparkboard.org

Beach access, showers, restrooms.

Galveston Island State Park

FM 3005 - West End, Ph: 409-737-1222

Website: www.tpwd.state.tx.us

Beach access, R.V. Hook-ups.

R.A. Apffel Park - East Beach near Boddeker Rd.

Seawolf Park - Pelican Island via 51st St. (Tour a WWII submarine and destroyer escort. Fishing pier and playgrounds)

Stewart Beach - Seawall Blvd at Broadway

Ph: 409-797-5000, www.galvestonparkboard.org

Beach access, showers, restrooms.

HISTORIC HOMES & PROPERTIES

Ashton Villa 2328 Broadway, Ph: 409-765-3402

1859 Italianate mansion and carriage house.

The Bishop’s Palace

Galveston Map No. 16, See Ad Page 17

1402 Broadway, Ph: 409-762-2475

Perched majestically on the Northwest corner of 14th and Broadway is the former home of Col. Walter Gresham and Bishop Christopher Byrne. Designed by famed architect Nicholas Clayton in 1886, the house is open for tours daily 11:00 - 4:00 pm Paid admission.

Garten Verein in Kempner Park

2704 Avenue O, Ph: 409-762-3933

Dancing pavilion built by German businessmen in 1880; By appt. Only

Michel B. Menard House

1605 33rd St, Ph: 409-762-3933

Greek revival house built in 1838 by Menard, a founding father of Galveston

Mitchell Historic Properties

Downtown Map No. D9, See Ad Inside Front Cover

2228 Mechanic St., Suite 204, Ph: 409-761-4110

Website: www.mitchellhistoricproperties.com

St. Joseph’s Church

2202 Avenue K, Ph: 409-762-3933

1859 German Catholic Church - oldest in Texas and oldest wooden church building in Galveston. By

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MUSEUMS

Galveston Arts Center

2127 Strand, Ph: 409-763-2403

Website: www.galvestonartscenter.org

Contemporary Art Exhibitions

Galveston Children’s Museum

2618 Broadway, Ph: 409-572-2544

Website: www.galvestoncm.org

Galveston Railroad Museum

The Strand at 25th St, Ph: 409-765-5700

Website: www.galvestonrrmuseum.com

Moody Mansion Museum

Downtown Map No. D10, See Ad Page 22

2618 Broadway, Ph: 409-762-7668

Website: www.moodymansion.org

Hours of operation: Sun.-Sat. 10am-3pm. Paid Admission.

Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum

20th St & Harborside Dr, Pier 20, Ph: 409-766-7827, E-mail: osmuseum@aol.com

Website: www.oceanstaroec.com

Refurbished jack-up drilling rig that has been converted into a museum & science education center about the oil & gas industry. Daily: 10am4pm; Paid admission.

The Bryan Museum

1315 21st St., Ph: 409-632-7685

Website: www.thebryanmuseum.com

The Bryan Museum is home to the world’s largest collection of historical artifacts, documents, and artwork relating to the Southwestern United States.

Texas Seaport Museum & Tall Ship ELISSA

Downtown Map No. D17, See Ad Page 17

Pier 22, Harborside at 22nd, Ph: 409-763-1877

Share maritime adventures at the Texas Seaport Museum or visit the restored 1877 ELISSA; paid admission.

OBSERVATION POINTS

Bolivar Ferry & Port Bolivar Lighthouse

End of Ferry Rd, Ph: 409-795-2230

Free ferry to Bolivar Peninsula. Lighthouse built in the 1850’s.

Jean Lafitte Marker - 1417 Harborside Dr.

Former home of pirate Jean Lafitte

Pelican Island - Use 51st St to cross Galveston harbor

Home of Texas A&M University’s Marine Sciences

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Attractions & Amusements

ENTERTAINMENT/NIGHTLIFE

23rd Street Station Piano Bar

Galveston Map No. 1, See Ad Page 19 1706 23rd St., Ph: 409-443-5678

Website: 23rdstreetstation.com

Lucky Lounge

Galveston Map No. 13, See Ad Page 18 904 Ave. M, Ph: 409-744-5333, www.lucky-lounge.com

“We’re all here because we’re not all there.” Local neighborhood bar w/Video Games, 4 TV’s, Pool Tables, Free Darts, & an Internet Juke Box.

Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe

Downtown Map No. D13, See Ad Page 31 413 20th St., Ph: 409-762-9199

www.oldquarteracousticcafe.com

Intimate listening room filled with great history & great music! Featuring local & national musicians.

RECREATION: Boating/Fishing

Galveston Party Boats, Inc.

Pier 19, Ph: 409-763-5423, www.galvestonpartyboatsinc.com

12 hour Deep Sea & 4 hour Bay & Jetty Fishing Trips.

Williams Party Boats, Inc.

Pier 19, Ph: 409-762-8808

www.charterfishinggalveston.com

Boat Charters-Deep Sea Fishing-Bay & Jetty Fishing

THEATERS

The Grand 1894 Opera House 2020 Postoffice St., Ph: 409-765-1894, Website: www.thegrand.com

Presenting a year-round performance schedule featuring stars of stage & screen, Broadway Musicals, drama, comedy, dance & more!

THEME PARKS, RIDES & ACTIVITIES

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier 2501 Seawall Blvd., Ph: 855-789-7437

Rides, restaurants, shopping and more!

Moody Gardens

One Hope Blvd, Ph: 1-800-582-4673, www.moodygardens.com

Theme park featuring Aquarium, Discovery & Rainforest pyramids; IMAX 3D & Ridefilm theaters; Palm Beach & Colonel Paddlewheel excursion boat.

Pier 21 21st Street & Harborside Dr., Ph: 409-763-5806

Website: www.pier21galveston.com

A waterfront entertainment and dining area located on Galveston’s historic harbor offering a variety of attractions, restaurants, and lodging.

Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark Ph: 409-770-9283, www.schlitterbahn.com/galveston Splash into 32 aquatic adventures during the Summer Season (late April-Sept.).

TOURS

Galveston Island Duck Tours

Galveston Map No. 9, See Ad Page 36 25th @ Seawall Blvd, Ph: 409-789-5035

A unique way to tour Galveston by both land & water. Please call for tour times & information. Duck loads at 25th and Seawall Blvd.

Galveston Trivia

•Akokisa Indians were the first known occupants of Galveston Island in the early 1500s as well as the Karankawa Indians, who were discovered there by Spanish explorer Cabeza de Vaca while he was stranded on the island.

•Galveston was named after Bernardo de Galvez, a Spanish colonial governor and general who sent Jose de Evia to chart the Gulf of Mexico from the Texas coast to New Orleans during the late 18th century.

•Jane Long, awaiting the return of her husband Gen. James Long who was killed in Mexico, gave birth to the first Anglo-Saxon native Texan – Mary Jane Long – on Bolivar Peninsula in 1821.

•The city of Galveston was first started in 1836 by native Canadian Michael B. Menard.

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Touring Galveston - Rosenberg Monuments & Fountains

Henry Rosenberg Statue

Rosenberg Library - 2310 Sealy St.

A near life-size bronze statue of prominent Galveston businessman and philanthrophist, Swiss immigrant Henry Rosenberg sitting in an armed chair, is in front of The Rosenberg Library. After his death in 1893, Rosenberg bequeathed more than $600,000 for a free library for the citizens of Galveston. He further allocated $30,000 in his will “for the erection of not less than ten drinking fountains for man and beast” in Galveston’s neighborhoods, among many other community, church and school projects to benefit citizens. Seventeen fountains were built; ten remain today, some in need of restoration.

Texas Heroes Monument

25th & Broadway

This 74-foot granite monument, commissioned by benefactor Henry Rosenberg in 1900, was erected at a cost of $50,000 as a gift to the State of Texas.

This landmark honors those who fought and died in the Battle of San Jacinto to win freedom for the Republic of Texas from Mexico in 1836. The top of the column features a bronze statue of “Victory” gesturing a laurel crown toward the San Jacinto Battlefield. Joining “Victory” at the base of the monument are the figures “Defiance” and “Peace,” facing east and west. Facing north and south are the heroes of Texas independence, Sam Houston and Stephen F. Austin.

31st & Seawall Blvd.

Henry Rosenberg bequeathed $30,000 in his will for the erection of “not less than ten” drinking fountains “for man and beast” in various areas around the City of Galveston. This six-foot tall stone and granite fountain, built in 1898, is located near the Seawall and 31st Street. This fountain, designed by architect

John Massey Rhind, was dedicated to the Citizens of Galveston and later restored by the city. The fountain’s sculpture features the inscription, “Gift of Henry Rosenberg.” Decorative scrolling and foliage accent the edges around the fountain.

21st & Postoffice Street

An 1893 gift from Henry Rosenberg, this stone and granite fountain is located within the heart of Galveston near The Grand 1894

Opera House. Originally located at the corner of 20th and Mechanic Street, this fountain was later refurbished and moved to 21st & Postoffice Streets. This fountain was dedicated to Lyda Kempner Quinn and Arthur William Quinn in 1995. Water in the fountain flows through the mouth of a small brass lion; a decorative fleur-de-lis adorns the top segment of the fountain’s structure.

Kempner Fountain Park

2704 Avenue O

The three-tiered Kempner Fountain is in Garten Verein Park, 2704 Avenue O. This fountain, one of Henry Rosenberg’s gifts to Galveston, was built in 1896 by Stanley Kempner, a prominent Galveston businessman. The fountain was originally illuminated at night by hundreds of lights and was home to many species of goldfish. The designer of the park and fountain is unknown but historians suggest it was created by architect Jon Moser. The Kempner Fountain stands about 25 feet by 17 feet. The octagonal Garten Verein Park Pavilion was restored in 1981 following a fire. Seventeen years later, the entire park, pavilion and fountain were refurbished.

24th & Ball Street

Built in 1898 with dedicated funds from Henry Rosenberg, this fountain was first located at 25th and The

Strand near Union Station. It was later moved and restored on the premises of the Henry Rosenberg Library. The fountain stands about 20 feet tall, and features the inscription “MDCCCXCVIII”, noting the date when construction was completed. A four-column stone and granite temple tops the fountain’s structure.

21st & Ball Street

This fountain, another gift from Henry Rosenberg, is in front of the Old Galveston County Courthouse, an area called Central Park. Sculpted by J. Massey Rhind in 1898, this fountain was later restored and moved to the east end of the park to make room for the much bigger Confederate Memorial that was installed in 1912. One interesting feature of this 15 foot tall fountain is the granite dome atop the structure, flanked by two ornamental fish sculpted upon the dome’s circular structure.

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This unique 15-foot fountain is in the East End Historical District Association’s Robert Alderdice Park, developed as a resting place for walkers in the neighborhood. Built in 1898 with funds dedicated by Henry Rosenberg to water man and beast, this four-column light gray granite fountain was moved to the park from 6th Street and Broadway. This fountain features a hollowedout inner portion containing the fountain basin. Ornamental leaves are molded over the arches between columns.

12th & Ball Street

This 1898 fountain gift from Henry Rosenberg is in Adoue Park behind Galveston’s Henry Rosenberg Elementary School. The 15-foot tall fountain features three steps leading to the circular basin sheltered by a domed roof supported by six columns. On the south side of the canopy of this granite outdoor sculpture, the inscription “Gift of Henry Rosenberg” is prominently highlighted.

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East End, Lost Bayou & Silk Stocking Districts

T H E S

The East End Historical District, a national historic landmark, is comprised of more than 50 city blocks bounded on the south by Broadway, the east by 10th St., the north by Mechanic St. and the west by 19th St.. The District is comprised mainly of homes reflecting a variety of styles and periods, the earliest being examples of Greek Revival style built during the 1850s.

Much of the Lost Bayou Historical District lies between the Gulf of Mexico and Avenue K between 16th and 21st Sts. It was once covered by a body of water known as Hitchcock’s Bayou that was “lost” when the Island was raised after the 1900 hurricane. Originally developed as a working class community, what remains is an extraordinary sampling of homes from the late 1800s and early 20th century.

The Silk Stocking Historical District is roughly comprised of 14 city blocks. The District is roughly bounded by 25th St. to the west, 23rd St. to the east, Avenue P to the south, and Avenue K to the north. This neighborhood includes some excellent examples of Queen Anne style homes.

Catch the Ferry!

Did you know you can take a free ferry ride between Galveston and the Bolivar Peninsula? (See map page 5 for Ferry location.) What an exhilarating experience to watch seagulls fly overhead or maybe a dolphin playing in the bay. Or just simply step out of your car during the ride and feel the cool breeze blowing in from the Gulf. The ferry is operated by the State of Texas and takes travelers on SH 87 between the east end of Galveston Island and the west end of Bolivar Peninsula. At least one vessel is in operation 24 hours per day and more vessels are placed into service during peak times or seasons.

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Broadway Boulevard ~ Millionaire’s Row ~

In the late 1890s and early 1900s, Galveston was known as the “Wall Street of the Southwest”. While business was mainly conducted downtown and The Strand area, several wealthy citizens built their homes on a grand boulevard named “Broadway”. Today you’ll find several of these beautiful mansions still standing and restored to their former grandeur including Ashton Villa, the Bishop’s Palace, Moody Mansion and Open Gates.

Ashton Villa 2328 Broadway

Ashton Villa was built in 1859 by James Moreau Brown, the original owner who constructed the mansion for his family. The mansion was sold to El Mina Shrine in 1927 for the Shriner to use as offices and social events. The City of Galveston owns the mansion, which is leased to the Galveston Historical Foundation. The mansion can be rented for special events only. No tours are available.

Bishop’s Palace 1402 Broadway

Original owner Colonel Walter Gresham had this mansion built for his wife and 9 children between the years of 1887 and 1893. Designed by notable architect Nicholas Clayton. Later, the mansion served as the residence for Bishop Christopher Byrne after the diocesan offices moved from Houston to Galveston. The house is owned by the Galveston Historical Foundation and is available for self-guided tours.

For a Map of Galveston, please see pages 4-5

Moody Mansion

2618 Broadway

One of the most notable mansions is the Moody Mansion. This mansion was the home of the W. L. Moody, Jr. family. The home was purchased from the heirs of the original owners soon after the great hurricane of 1900. The house remained home for Moody family members until 1896. Today, its rooms are filled with the furnishings and personal effects of the family. Many rooms are open to the public for tours.

Open Gates

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Now owned by the University of Texas

Medical Branch (UTMB), Open Gates is a campus building on the northeastern corner of 25th at Broadway. It was built by George Sealy for his wife, Magnolia, and their four children. Designed by a New York architect Stanford White, construction was overseen in 1889 by famed Galveston architect, Nicholas Clayton. The mansion is not open to the public for tours, but instead is used as a conference center for mainly events sponsored by UTMB.

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While a lot of the oak trees in Galveston were destroyed by the storm surge from Hurricane Ike, instead of cutting the trees completely down... some artists decided to sculpt the tree stumps into art forms. These whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks Galveston lost. Some sculptures are tucked into gardens and nestled into side yards while others are proudly on display near the street. Touring the sculptures in the Island’s East End is an easy walk or bike ride. All of the sculptures listed below are clearly visible from the street.

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1820 Winnie Artist: DayleLewis 83rd Street at the Airport inside the castle playground at SchrieberPark Artist: DayleLewis 1620 Sealy Artist: DayleLewis 628 14th Street Artist: DayleLewis This sculpture is located behind the Mosquito Café. 1615 Ball Artist: DayleLewis 1302 Ball Street Artist: DayleLewis 828 Ball Street (facing 9th Street) Artist: Unknown 1302 Ball Street Artist: DayleLewis 1302 Ball Street Artist: DayleLewis 1302 Ball Street Artist: DayleLewis 511 17th Street Artist: Jim Phillips 1228 Sealy Artist: DayleLewis 718 41st Street This sculpture is located on the grounds of the City of Galveston’s Wright Cuney Recreation Center. Artist: Earl Jones 1316 Ball Street Artist: DayleLewis 1609 Post Office Street Artist: Jim Phillips 1717 Ball Street Artist: DayleLewis 902 Ball Street Artist: Earl Jones 1717 Ball Street Artist: Jim Phillips 1428 Church Artist: DayleLewis 1618 Church Street Artist: DayleLewis 1702 Winnie Artist: Jim Phillips 1028 Winnie Artist: Jim Phillips 823 25th Street This sculpture is located on the grounds of Galveston City Hall near Fire Station 1. Artist: Jim Phillips 823 25th Street This sculpture is located on the grounds of Galveston City Hall near Fire Station 1. Artist: Jim Phillips Adoue Park: 11th St. & Winnie Artist: Earl Jones lucky charm antique mall vintage • antique • re-purposed items FURNITURE • BOOKS • JEWELRY • ARCHITECTURAL ITEMS 6012 Broadway Galveston, Texas 77551 ph: (409) 419 - 8837 All photos courtesy of the City of Galveston. Touring Galveston - Tree Sculptures
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T H E S

Heart of Downtown

The Strand was the heart of Galveston in the late 1800s and early 1900s and was considered at that time to be the “New York of Texas”. Many buildings still remain that were built in that era featuring a large amount of Victorian architecture. Those buildings managed to survive the devastating hurricane of 1900 that claimed the lives of more than 6,000 people, and now Hurricane Ike.

Wear your walking shoes because the 70+ block historic downtown has much more to offer beyond The Strand, and it’s all within walking distance! Explore tree-lined Postoffice Street, home of The Grand 1894 Opera House and discover art galleries, boutiques, chic bars & restaurants, live theater and more. Venture along 25th Street for an eclectic mix of shops, eateries and warehouse galleries.

From the Railroad Museum on the West to Hendley Green Park and shops on the East, the Strand has something for everyone -- toys, crafts, clothes, souvenirs, beef jerky, jewelry, unique photographs, housewares and more!

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Hendley Green Park Corner of Strand & 21st St.

While strolling the Strand, take time to visit the newest park in the area -Hendley Green Park. This urban park is a new public green space in Galveston’s Strand-Mechanic Historic District and has been designed to encourage community engagement. The effort to design and create the park was spearheaded by the Galveston Historical Foundation and began in 2013, the park officially opened in October 2015. Hendley Green accommodates outdoor recreation and community activities, while also serving to invigorate reinvestment along the east end of the Strand.

Saengerfest Park Corner of Strand & 23rd St.

You can always find something to do at Saengerfest Park, located at the corner of Strand and 23rd Street. This cornerstone of the Strand is host to many wonderful, family-fun events, from movies to music and even a game of chess! That’s right! Saengerfest Park has a life size chess game ready to play.

The Great Storm of 1900

On Sept 8, 1900, a massive hurricane made landfall at Galveston. The hurricane would rate a Category 4 on today’s hurricane scale, as winds topped 150 mph and a storm surge was estimated at 13-18 feet. An estimated 3,600 buildings, roughly 2/3 of Galveston’s total, was destroyed. The property damage value ranged from $25-50 million. In 2005 dollars, this would be about $540 million to $1.1 billion, a huge per-capita toll, given Galveston’s population of just under 38,000 at the time. The greatest loss was the thousands of lives lost in this storm. To protect the city and its people, construction began in 1902 on a 17-foot high concrete seawall 3 miles in length (since expanded to 10.4 miles) along the most populated section of the Gulf beach. In addition, construction crews lifted more than 2,100 of the city’s buildings by pumping sand beneath them. This raised the city’s peak elevation to as much as 17 feet over the previous peak elevation of 8.7 feet.

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Jewel of Galveston Harbor - 1877 Elissa

Elissa, one of only four pre-20th-century tall ships in the U.S., has been restored to full sailing capacity and has been named a National Historic Landmark and one of America’s Treasures by the U.S. Dept. Built in Scotland in 1877, the Elissa was a rusting hulk when she was rescued from a Greek scrap yard by the Galveston Historical Foundation in 1974. The foundation purchased the ship in 1975 and restored her at a cost of nearly $7 million, bringing a vital link to Galveston’s maritime past back to life. Hope you can view this Jewel soon!

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ou are sure to find some interesting spots and shops on the streets running north to south in the downtown area. From 19th St. on the East to 25th St. on the West, there are clothing shops, boutiques, art galleries, eateries, antique warehouses and specialty shops. In case you didn’t know it, some of these streets have other names as well, most of them named after famous families on the Island. Here’s some of the corresponding names: 21st St. is also known as Moody Ave., 22nd St. is also known as Kempner St., 23rd St., is also known as Tremont St., 24th St. is also known as Mitchell St., and 25th St. is also known as Rosenberg Ave. Some of the streets have interesting art forms as part of the streetscape. There are statues, fountains, sculptures and architecture. Be sure to notice! And, if you find anything on the ilsand that you’d like to ship home, step into Galveston Pack & Ship and have them do the work for you!

Eateries!

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ummy! -- The best pizza on the Island, bar none: Mama Teresa’s Flying Pizza on 21st St. You will want to treat yourself to delicious pizza, but this restaurant serves a full Italian menu as well. Start with the Chicken Tortellini soup – you will be glad you did.

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25th Street Thoroughfare

Rosenberg Ave -- It’s the same thing as 25th St.! At the northern end, you’ll find the cruise terminal and at the southern end - you’ll find the Seawall. As you walk South from the cruise terminal you’ll find an eclectic group of shops, eateries and even an art museum!

On 20th Street – if you are a music buff, you will want to take in a performance at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café, the Island’s well-known original music venue.

Galveston Historical Facts

~Was first colonized by pirate Jean Lafitte in 1817.

~In 1839, Galveston was the largest city in Texas.

~The Texas Rangers raided Galveston in 1957 ending illegal gambling and the gambling resort town it had evolved into.

~The Strand District is one of the largest concentrations of Victorian iron-front commercial architecture in the U.S.

~Barry White, disco composer extraordinaire, was a Galveston native.

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Mechanic, Market, Post

Unique Street with a Mardi Gras Flair!

On Mechanic Street between 23rd St. and 24th St., you’ll find a unique (and permanent!) structure that spans across the street near the Tremont House Hotel. This street structure has a Mardi Gras colored-design and is a symbol of that great Galveston event that takes place in February and March.

Tree-lined Avenues

Postoffice St. is a lovely, tree-lined avenue in the downtown district. You’ll find it midway between the northern boundary of the district -- Harborside Dr. -- and the southern extension of the area -- Broadway St. You’ll find an abundance of art galleries, restaurants, theaters, clothing and antique stores and much more all on one easy stroll!

Interesting Shops

Mechanic and Market Streets cater to the antique or art aficionado in your family. There’s special boutiques where you can find a nautical treasure or trinket to take home and shops selling goods that bring back memories of your grandmother’s jewelry box! Bought that special someone a gift? Don’t forget the wrapping! Stop by betsy by design and pick some up!

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The Interior of The Grand Arts & Entertainment

Postoffice St. is home to many events throughout they year. The oldest theater in the State of Texas in this district - The Grand 1894 Opera House, which offers live entertainment and performances yearround is also located here. In 1993, The Grand was named “The Official Opera House of Texas” by the 73rd Texas Legislature. World-class entertainment fills these halls. No wonder Galveston is often referred to as the “Baby Apple”, as this area is a miniature version of New York’s Broadway theater district!

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Something For Everyone!

T R A N D Stewart Road Corridor

Whether it’s fishing, food, fashion, or fun 61st Street/Stewart Road Corridor has something for everyone! For fresh seafood to take home try Aunt Margie’s and sneak a peek at Darlene’s Shrimp Shack’s menu for on-the-spot fresh cooked shrimp. Want a little sparkle? Samuel Diaz De Leon Jewelry has just what you’re looking for.

Stop for Seafood!

Have a hankerin’ for some fresh, Gulf seafood that you can prepare at home, your beach rental or condo? Why not stop in at Aunt Margie’s Bait - Seafood and purchase some of the catch of the day -- shrimp, fish, and other fruit of the sea. You’ll find the shop on the west side of the street, easy enough to get to as you travel south from Broadway/I-45 towards the Seawall.

Stewart Road Corridor

Stewart Road is a key corridor road leading to points west on the Island where fun in the sun abounds and key attractions are located. This corridor leads to all kind of fun places, including:

*Moody Gardens

*Moody Gardens Golf Course (public)

*Galveston Country Club (private)

*Palm Beach at Moody Gardens

*Schlitterbahn Waterpark

*Scholes International Airport

For a Map of Galveston, please see pages 4-5.

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Seawall

A World-Class Beach Street!

Seawall Blvd. A Premiere Beach Street!

Seawall Blvd. is a world class beach street where fun in the sun abounds! This is where it happens in Galveston, TX! There’s tours, there’s any kind of restaurant you’re looking for, there’s places to stay, and things to do. Awesome surf fishing abounds at 61st Street Fishing Pier, where the views of the Gulf of Mexico are awesome. Take a Duck Tour, or choose from the many restaurants up and down the boulevard for any kind of cuisine.

Seawall Facts

The Seawall was built to protect the Island from hurricanes or tropical storms after the great hurricane of 1900 devastated the Island in what has been recorded as the worst loss-of-life disaster ever encountered in the U.S. Construction began in 1902 and was completed in 1904. Since that time, the Seawall has been extended several times and can now claim a world’s record! It is now the longest running sidewalk in the world and is more than 10 miles long.

Seawall Boulevard
For a Map of Galveston, please see pages 4-5.
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Fishing in the Gulf!

Part of the fun of visiting Galveston is to experience the joys of fishing. A great spot to cast a line is the 61st Street Fishing Pier. Located at the corner of 61st St. and Seawall Blvd., this facility stands out over the Gulf of Mexico. The pier offers bait, tackle, fishing gear, souvenirs, snacks and goodies. For a great Gulf view, check out the observation deck up top!

The Galveston beach front along Seawall Blvd. has a number of granite rock jetties that begin at the cement sea wall and extend out into the Gulf of Mexico. These jetties are a great place to take a walk and observe marine life or even cast a fishing line out into the surf. While these jetties were built for beach protective reasons, swimmers beware! Don’t swim too close to a jetty because often dangerous rip tides form near these rocks. Have fun swimming in the Gulf, but be safe!

Seawall Boulevard
Boulevard
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West End

Beyond the Seawall

409-737-2212

Located at Pirate’s Beach Shopping Strip 5 miles West of end of Seawall

Mon.-Thurs. 10am-6pm, Fri.-Sat. 9am-7pm, Sun. 9am-6pm

Mention this ad and get 50¢ off per pound of Shrimp!

Fresh Fish, Shrimp, Scallops, Fresh Picked Crab Meat, Oysters, Spices and Condiments,

Cornish Game Hens, Pork Chops, Chicken Breasts and Side Dishes

The West End extends from the end of the seawall past the 91st St Pier to the San Luis Pass bridge. The main road serving this area is San Luis Pass Rd. – or FM 3005, which starts where Seawall Blvd ends. The area is filled with exclusive housing developments, beaches, state parks, vast wetland areas, bays and inlets. There are good restaurants, fishing spots and beach activities galore!

For a Map of West End Galveston, please see pages 4-5.

Beach • Bay • Fishing • Lodging • Dining • Shopping • Nightlife West End Galveston
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Fun Abounds in Galveston Island State Park

Galveston Island State Park, located at 14901 FM 3005 on the island, offers camping, bird watching, nature study, hiking, fishing, and unsupervised beach swimming. This 2,000-acre state park lies 6 miles southwest of the western tip of the Galveston Seawall.

Seashells by the Seashore

The beaches on the West End are a great spot to go seashelling. A variety of shapes and sizes can be found in and around the beach and sand dunes. Step out into ankledeep water and you may even see some live crabs scampering in the surf! Some of areas in and around San Luis Pass are the best spots to look. Enjoy the cool breezes coming from the Gulf for a delightful outing with family and friends!

Galveston West End Galveston W Beach • Bay • Fishing • Lodging • Dining • Shopping • Nightlife
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HOTELS/MOTELS/ CONDOS

Inn at the Waterpark

Galveston Map No. 10, See Ad This Page

2525 Jones Dr., Ph: 409-740-1155

Web: www.innatthewaterpark.com

Walk to Schlitterbahn & Moody Gardens, Free Continental Breakfast, Spacious Family Friendly Accommodations.

RENTALS/SALESBay, Beach, City, RV Parks

AB Sea Sales and Rentals, Inc.

Galveston Map No. 2, See Ad This Page

Coupon Page 43

10811 Termini San Luis Pass Rd., Ph: 409-740-1245, Fax: 409-740-2711

E-mail: ABSeaII@aol.com

Website: www.galvestonreservations.com

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Buena Vibes

Galveston Map No. 6, See Ad Page 41

Booking: BuenaVibes.com

Break out the flip-flops and enjoy all that the gulf coast has to offer at this colorful 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental. Located on Galveston Island, this coastal retreat has activities for the whole family. Enjoy some sunshine and games on the spacious deck, or head downstairs to unwind and relax in the patio hammock. Take a walk to the waves at Terramar Beach or ease into the cool blue waters of the community pool before heading home to watch the sunset.

Darlene’s Vacation Rentals

Galveston Map No. 8

1017 62nd St. Galveston, TX 77551

Ph: 409-526-4155

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 2 Story, Gameroom, Fireplace, Bar, Fully Furnished, Secure Garage, Located 200 feet from Offat’s Bayou with Boat Ramp and Park nearby. (Optional boat & motor rental.) Major credit cards accepted.

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ADVERTISERS INDEX

See map pages 4-5 to locate advertisers below.

BC = Back Cover, IBC = Inside Back Cover, FC = Front Cover, IFC = Inside Front Cover

The advertisers listed above can be found all over Galveston EXCEPT for the Downtown Galveston/Strand area. Please turn to Map Page 25 for a list of all Downtown Galveston/Strand area advertisers.

Shopping Attractions/ Amusements

Galveston Island Advertisers Ad Pg. Map # 23rd Street Station Piano Bar 22 1 AB Sea Sales and Rentals, Inc. 38 2 Allex's Seafood Market West 38 3 Aunt Margie's Bait & Seafood 34 4 Benno’s Cajun Seafood 37 5 Buena Vibes 41 6 Darlene’s Shrimp Shack 34 7 Darlene’s Vacation Rentals 40 8 Galveston Island Duck Tours 36 9 Inn at the Waterpark 35 10 Kritikos Grill 36 11 Lucky Charm Antique Mall 24 12 Lucky Lounge 36 13 Salsas Mexican & Seafood Restaurant 37 14 Seahorse Grill 39 15 The Bishop’s Palace 17 16 The West End Marina & Restaurants 1 17 Way West Grill & Pizzeria 39 18
Legend: Restaurants Lodging
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Catering
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HISTORIC PIER 19

2000 WHARF ROAD • 409.765.5688

(Next to Ocean Star Rig Museum)

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