Galveston & Texas History Center
The Galveston & Texas History Center collects, preserves, and organizes archival materials that document the history of Galveston and Texas. We focus on Galveston from the city’s incorporation in 1839 through the present. Our collection also relates to Texas from the Spanish period to the end of the Civil War.
Check out their website to:
- Learn about the 1900 Storm, construction of the Seawall, and other historical moments in Galveston,
- Find out more about the history of your home,
- Access your family’s history with FamilySearch Heritage Quest or view Online databases related to history and genealogy,
- See thousands of digitized photos and manuscripts collections in the Digital Collections Catalog,
- and more!
Hours:
To better serve you, appointments are encouraged:
Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday – Monday, Closed
Contact the Galveston & Texas History Center
Telephone: 409.763.8854 Ext. 126
Rosenberg Library Museum
The Rosenberg Library Museum maintains and exhibits fine art and artifact collections that emphasizes the history of Galveston and the Republic of Texas. Permanent and alternating exhibits are displayed throughout the Library, the 4th floor and online. The Treasure of the Month and other artifacts are displayed on the 2nd floor during regular library hours. The Great Storm of 1900 is a permanent exhibit located on the 4th floor from 9:00 am – 6:00 pm, Monday – Saturday. Admission is free.
Check out their website to:
- Search Past Treasures of the Month,
- Learn about new exhibits and Museum events,
- and more!
Hours:
2nd floor exhibits open during Main Library Hours
4th floor galleries
Monday – Saturday, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sunday, Closed
Contact the Rosenberg Library Museum
Telephone: 409.763.8854 Ext. 125