Pier 21 | The Best view of the Port of Galveston by Galveston Unscripted

Pier 21 | The Best view of the Port of Galveston by Galveston Unscripted

Standing on Pier 21 is one of the best ways to experience the port of Galveston short of hopping on one of those cruise ships. Pier 21 is where the downtown district meets the 200 year old port of Galveston. While standing on Pier 21 looking towards The harbor you can see pelican Island across the ship channel. Pelican Island is mostly man-made from dredge mud pulled from what is now the Houston, Galveston, and Texas City ship channels. While looking west, you may be able to spot ...

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Rebellion & Pirate Outpost: Why Galveston Was Settled in the First Place

Rebellion & Pirate Outpost: Why Galveston Was Settled in the First Place

Geography, opportunity, and conflict. From indigenous history to pirates and privateers, this episode explores the island’s earliest known stories. Galveston Unscripted on video! What is Galveston Un...

25 Apr 20258min

 Historical Easter Eggs

 Historical Easter Eggs

Every spring, Galveston comes alive with Easter traditions set against the blooming backdrop of its iconic oleanders. In this episode, we explore the island’s earliest Easter celebrations through hist...

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Galveston was to be...

Galveston was to be...

Galveston Island's remarkable journey from pirate haven to "Wall Street of the South" reveals a forgotten chapter of American history where this Texas coastal city nearly rivaled New York in economic ...

11 Apr 202511min

Gateway Galveston

Gateway Galveston

Galveston was once a major immigration gateway, welcoming tens of thousands seeking a new life in America. Galveston's historic port became a cultural crossroads of Texas and beyond. Galveston Unscri...

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Betty Ballinger: Mother of the Daughters

Betty Ballinger: Mother of the Daughters

From founding the Daughters of the Republic of Texas to her advocacy for women’s suffrage and community health, Betty Ballinger's contributions shaped both Galveston and the state of Texas. Galveston ...

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The Mother of Texas? Jane Long's Survival on Bolivar Peninsula

The Mother of Texas? Jane Long's Survival on Bolivar Peninsula

Jane Long’s journey to the Texas frontier is a testament to resilience and survival. In 1821, pregnant and alone at a remote fort on Bolivar Peninsula, she endured freezing conditions, hunted for food...

21 Mar 20258min

Reviving the Mardi Gras Spirit | With Dancie Perugini Ware

Reviving the Mardi Gras Spirit | With Dancie Perugini Ware

Step into the colorful world of Galveston Mardi Gras, a festival that embodies the spirit of resilience and community. Discover how this historic tradition, which spiraled into dormancy during the mid...

1 Mar 202515min

Galveston's Pelicans: A Conservation Success Story

Galveston's Pelicans: A Conservation Success Story

Pelicans are resilient symbols of Galveston's coastal ecosystem, illustrating the complexities of their survival and recovery. This episode explores their unique characteristics, and the significant c...

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