Suggestions for Museum near Galveston Harbor, Galveston

Myrna T. • August 22, 2010Also known as The Tall Ship of Texas. It is a really cool sailboat and old. Check it if you get the chance.

Steve H. • September 12, 2014Great place to visit -especially with children- while you are on the island. Good variety, friendly staff.

Clint • November 2, 2014its worth taking the harbour tour along with your ticket to the museum

Charlie F. • August 14, 2016Awesome experience to learn about one of the foundational families of not only Galveston but the state of Texas. We took kids (12 & 11) and there is enough there to keep them occupied.

Daisy M. • July 31, 2015Beautiful museum. Lots of Texas history and a children's area on the ground level. Also a beautiful venue for weddings or events! I loved it. 😀

Natalie • May 19, 2011It's sad that there's hardly any furniture since Ike, still, it's a really great tour. Our guide was amazing, I wish I could remember his name so I could brag on him!

Larry N. • November 12, 2016Very interesting and extremely informative background on our oil industry!

Lisa L. • July 22, 2013The best kids section ever! Love this library!

Adam G. • December 29, 2015Interesting visit. Nice for military buffs.

Adam G. • December 29, 2015Nice visit. One of the best museums in Galveston.

Precious R. • September 15, 2011Great historical location for private events. Garden usage complimentary with ballroom/bottom floor rental.

Galveston.com • February 27, 2012The museum, a dream of Mr. James Josey, is open only by appointment. The portraits of many outstanding African Americans from the city have been painted by E. Herron on the walls of the building.

Ami H. • October 1, 2022A Galveston South Jetty Lighthouse Fresnel Lens stamp is available for your lighthouse passport at the museum reception desk