Preserving Battleship Texas: History, Repairs, And A New Home

Preserving Battleship Texas: History, Repairs, And A New Home

The Battleship Texas, a century-old World War Dreadnought turned museum ship, is truly part of world history. She will be calling Galveston home for the foreseeable future! We trace Battleship Texas from dreadnought legend to a revived future at Pier 15. Kandace Trujillo Gilman shares the hard engineering, funding strategy, and education plans that turn preservation into a sustainable mission for the last surviving dreadnought. • defining a dreadnought and Texas’s big-gun design • World War ...

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Professor J.T. Clark & Princess Beatrice: A Legacy Of Love Drawn In Ink

Professor J.T. Clark & Princess Beatrice: A Legacy Of Love Drawn In Ink

Immerse yourself in the world of tattoos as we explore J.T. Clark's transformation from a tattooed soldier to a celebrated artist in Johannesburg, alongside his wife Bertha, who became known as Prince...

14 Helmi 202518min

Jack Johnson: Breaking Barriers and Defying Society in and out of the Boxing Ring

Jack Johnson: Breaking Barriers and Defying Society in and out of the Boxing Ring

What if breaking barriers meant stepping into the ring against not just opponents, but an entire society? Join us as we uncover the extraordinary life of Jack Johnson, the first African American world...

8 Helmi 20259min

1900 Storm Survivor King Vidor: Surviving the storm and The Wizard Of Oz

1900 Storm Survivor King Vidor: Surviving the storm and The Wizard Of Oz

Whether you're a film buff or a history enthusiast, the enduring impact of King Vidor's work offers rich insights into the evolution of cinema. we explore the life and legacy of King Wallace Vidor, on...

31 Tammi 20259min

Galveston's Mardi Gras

Galveston's Mardi Gras

From its modest beginnings initiated by city founder Michel Menard in 1853, to the grand-scale events infused with rival societies and elaborate festivities. This episode promises a fascinating explor...

24 Tammi 20256min

Galveston Ablaze: The Great Fire of 1885

Galveston Ablaze: The Great Fire of 1885

The episode delves into the Great Fire of 1885 in Galveston, revealing how this monumental disaster reshaped the community and fire safety regulations. It emphasizes the resilience of island residents...

17 Tammi 20257min

Landmark of Luxury and History in Galveston: The Tremont House Hotels

Landmark of Luxury and History in Galveston: The Tremont House Hotels

The Tremont House, a Galveston icon since 1839, has undergone three iterations, each reflecting the city's evolving history. From hosting Presidents like Sam Houston of the Republic of Texas and U.S. ...

10 Tammi 20255min

The Rosenberg Library: Generosity, Resilience, and Knowledge in Galveston

The Rosenberg Library: Generosity, Resilience, and Knowledge in Galveston

The Rosenberg Library in Galveston is a remarkable institution with a rich history rooted in a vision for community education and accessibility. From its establishment with Henry Rosenberg's generous ...

3 Tammi 20257min

Father and Son at War: "My Father Is Here"

Father and Son at War: "My Father Is Here"

Podcast: The Civil War Battle of Galvestonhttps://www.visitgalveston.com/blog/battle-of-galveston-podcast/ January 1, 1863, The Battle of Galveston. The American Civil War lies heavy on the heart of...

27 Joulu 202410min

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