Lectures on Galveston History 8
Class | Registration opens 4/6/2026 9:00 AM CDT
Explore Galveston’s history and the pivotal events that shaped the Texas Gulf Coast.
• June 25: The Sailing Ship ELISSA
Take a journey on the 19th century sailing ship ELISSA. Restored and in Galveston since 1982! This icon is sure to delight.
• July 2: The U.S.S. Texas
The dreadnaught U.S.S Texas is a veteran of both World Wars! Enjoy her history as we explore her combat record.
• July 9: The Battle of Galveston
We will dive deep into the civil War, Battle of Galveston. Why did both the confederates and Union value Galveston and her port so much?
• July 16: Camp Logan Riots
The World War one riot that took place in Houston. This riot led to the execution of U.S. Soldiers and exposed racial problems just before World War I.