On June 19, 1865, Union General Gordon Granger stood on the balcony of the building and declared that all slaves were free, marking the date of the historic Juneteenth celebrations in Texas.

May 1, 15, 29 -- Carnival'sCelebrationfour-day cruise to Cozumel, departs on Thursday and returns on Monday. For more information, visit GalvestonCruises.com. May 1-31 -- Tea in Texas hosted by GHF ...

HOUSTON – Whether you're not a fan of sand in your toes (and everywhere else) or just want to enjoy another side of the island, Galveston is much more than just the beach. There are museums, boat ...

Galveston Island is open for business! While Hurricane Harvey was not so friendly to the Houston area, the storm spared Galveston island and its major tourist attrations, hotels and restaurants. The ...

With its history as the second busiest immigration port in the United States, Galveston is unsurprisingly a melting pot of food and culture. Lovers of fresh seafood and island culture are sure to find ...