1880 Garten Verein

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2704 Avenue O
Galveston, TX 77550

The Galveston Historical Foundation (GHF) is dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich history of Galveston, Texas, through various initiatives and properties, including the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA and the 1892 Bishop's Palace. The foundation offers a range of programs and events, ensuring the community engages with the historical significance of the area, from educational packets to guided tours.

GHF also emphasizes the importance of African American heritage and provides opportunities for involvement, such as volunteering for sail training on the ELISSA. With ongoing events and preservation efforts, GHF plays a vital role in maintaining Galveston's historical legacy and fostering community engagement.

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Melissa C.
9/16/2022

Sept 16th, 2022 My first time here. I came for an appreciation dinner for the volunteers of the historical foundation It's a nice BIG open space with pretty landscaping.

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A C.
1/4/2025

One of my absolute favorite pieces of Galveston architecture, of which there are many. Garten Verein and the surrounding old city neighborhood is joyous driving, biking or strolling.

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Cindy D.
4/6/2021

This review is for the Park on this property, Kempner Park. I stopped in today for a walk with my dog, Oreo. The park has a well-defined, flat, dirt pathway around the perimeter that measured .25...

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Edgar V.
1/5/2010

Having been born on the island of Galveston (a true BOI), I find coming back to the island a mix of melancholy, wonder, and pride. Houston dwarfs its older cousin in economics, population, and...

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Jackie S.
9/7/2015

A beautiful venue. I was a day-of coordinator for a friend of mine, and I loved the venue and the help from the lead staff member. The venue only provides you with tables and chairs, so the rest...

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