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32 miles of public beaches edge Galveston Islandinterpretive narration, live band, buffet on dinner cruises, rooms for private
parties, and charter cruises available. The Colonel departs from Moody
Gardens at One Hope Blvd. Cruise fee. Phone 409/740-7797.
David Taylor Classic Car Museum-Collection divided into three cate-
gories: antiques, classics, and muscle cars. Museum in three restored build-
ings emulating car dealerships of the 1930s. There are no imports; collection
is tribute to American automobile. Featured cars include a '29 Chevrolet con-
vertible, '37 Cord convertible, '31 Cadillac, and '55 Thunderbird. Open daily
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. 1918 Mechanic St. Admission.
Ferry Rides-Diesel ferries operate every 20 minutes between Galveston
and Port Bolivar, Texas 87. Ferries are part of Texas highway system,
operated toll-free by the Texas Department of Transportation.
Fishing, Deep-Sea-Exciting varieties of food and game fish are found in
Gulf waters off Galveston Island. Fishermen may join one of the many party
boats for bay or offshore action. Many free public and commercially operated
launching ramps and marinas for private craft available. Offshore species areDavid Taylor Classic Car Museum in Galveston
sailfish, marlin, ling, wahoo, king mackerel, honito, pompano, red snapper.
warsaw, dolphin, and other "big league" species. Reservations at Piers 18, 19
,nd Galveston Yacht Basin.
Fishing Piers-Surf fishermen try their luck almost anywhere along beach;
free municipal jetties and rock groin piers are along Seawall Blvd. at 10th,
I th, 30th, 37th, and 61st Sts. Commercial fishing piers are on Seawall Blvd.
25th, 61st, and 90th Sts., and at Seawolf Park on Pelican Island. Flanking
,, up channel between Galveston and Bolivar Peninsula are South Jetty
extreme east end of Galveston Island), and North Jetty (from Bolivar
Peninsula). Fishermen take flounder, speckled trout, redfish, croaker, tarpon,
sheepshead, catfish, and other species.
Galveston County Historical Museum-Displays from one of Texas'
most historic cities plus variety of changing exhibits. Housed in former pri-
vate bank building of W.L. Moody, Jr., circa 1919; especially impressive inte-
rior. Open Mon. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sun. noon - 5 p.m. (Extended hours
Memorial Day - Labor Day.) 2219 Market St. Donations requested.
Galveston Island Beach-Thirty-two miles of sand beach washed by Gulf
of Mexico. Within city, beach is edged by hotels, condos, restaurants, and
amusement attractions. Camping is permitted in designated areas and com-
mercial facilities only, and at Galveston Island State Park. Parking fees are
charged a t certain beach recreation areas; free parking available elsewhere
along the 32-mile beachfront.
Galveston Island Outdoor Musicals-1,700-seat outdoor theater in
Galveston Island State Park alternates Broadway musicals nightly except Sun.
from early June through late Aug. Shows 8 p.m.; free park admission for the-
ater-goers. Dinner is available 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. show nights. Six miles south
on F.M. 3005 at 13 Mile Rd. 409/737-3440. Admission.
Galveston Island State Park-Spanning Galveston Island from Gulf to
bay, the 1,935-acre park includes much salt marsh, rich in birdlife. Viewing
from elevated boardwalks and observation platforms. Campsites with
hookups, dump station, screened shelters, rest rooms and showers.
Picnicking, fishing, swimming, and nature trail. From early June through late
August outdoor musicals are presented nightly except Sun. Six miles south
on F.M. 3005 at 13 Mile Rd. Admission.
Galveston Yacht Basin-With complete marina services, the yacht harbor
provides slips for hundreds of pleasure craft. . . an elegant sight! Boaters find
gas, repair and mechanical services, fishing tackle and bait shops, radar
weather reports, and 24-hour security guards. Adjacent motel and mall shops
along the eastern end of the Strand (see below) between 2nd & 6th Sts.
Garten Verein-Octagonal structure, circa 1870, still in use as city recre-
ation building. Victorian accents evident in trim of two picturesque roof lev-
els. City park at 27th St. & Ave. 0.
Historic Homes and Buildings-As Texas' earliest prominent city, literally
scores of fascinating historic structures were built by sea captains, merchants,
businessmen, and prominent officials. Among most notable are:
Ashton Villa, showplace of Galveston Historical Foundation in restored
1859 Italianate house-museum reflecting opulence of era in carved moldings,
elaborate mantel-work, and lavish furnishings. Guided tours plus slide pro-
gram about 1900 storm and seawall construction. Open daily 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
(Extended hours Memorial Day - Labor Day.) 2328 Broadway. Admission.
Bishop's Palace, probably Galveston's most celebrated landmark, is
state's only structure on list of nation's 100 outstanding buildings by
American Institute of Architects. "Palace" was built as private home by
Col. Walter Gresham in 1886, purchased 1923 for the bishop of Galveston-Surf fishing on jetty in Galveston
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