Discover the story of the Great Storm of 1900 on a guided tour of Galveston. Visit the Galveston County Museum and see the places discussed in the talk.

PRICE: $50
per person

 

Step back to September 8, 1900, when the deadliest hurricane in U.S. history struck the island with unimaginable force. Among historic artifacts and exhibits, hear vivid accounts of survival, loss, and resilience that reshaped Galveston forever.

Guided by Spooky Gin, the tour blends compelling history with ghostly whispers of the past, uncovering how the storm left behind more than destruction—it left lingering spirits. A moving journey through tragedy, memory, and mystery awaits.

This tour was designed to provide historical information about the 1900 Storm, which is still considered the worst natural disaster in United States history. This event includes a talk at the Galveston County Museum with a tour of the Storm exhibit and a walkabout of the city to see the places discussed.

See where Isaac Cline worked, and hear stories of survival and loss as you visit buildings that survived the Great Storm.

Hear vivid accounts of survival, loss, and resilience from the 1900 storm
Hear the whispers of the past as you explore the city
Visit buildings that survived the Great Storm and hear their stories
Learn about the deadliest hurricane in U.S. history and its impact
Hear Stories of Survival and Loss in Galveston on the Great Storm Talk and Tour

Talk at the Galveston County Museum
Tour of the Storm exhibit
Walkabout of the city
Stories of survival and loss

 

 

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