The Great Storm Talk and Tour was created as a partnership between Spooky Galveston and the Galveston County Museum. This Tour offers a historical look at the 1900 storm with the retelling of stories of those who endured the storm.
- Go on a biking adventure led by a guide in New Braunfels and Gruene
- Stop in Gruene’s Historic District for time for brunch (own expense)
- Go to Landa Park for wildlife spotting and swimming in the Comal
- A bike rental is included for an easy day out exploring
What To Expect
Galveston County Museum
We will start by talking about the storm and taking guided tour of the 1900 Storm exhibit at the Galveston County Museum
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Hendley Green
We will explore this area as stories of personal accounts are told of things important to the story of the 1900 storm.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Strand
We will stop in several locations on the strand to show and tell stories of importance and relevance to the 1900 storm.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
The Proletariat Gallery & Public House
The Home of the Weather Bureau during the 1900 storm this building is vital to the story of the 1900 storm and is also our mid point for a break.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Grand 1894 Opera House
We will pass by the Opera House and talk about the impact the great Storm had on the arts in the city.
• Admission Ticket Free
Galveston County Museum
We will end the tour where we started at the Galveston County Museum.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Include
Accredited Tour Guide
Exclude
Max group – 15
