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Great Storm Hurricane Talk & Tour at the Galveston County Museum

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On average, this is booked 12 (2.6) days in advance.

2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Accredited Tour Guide

    Meeting Location

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    722 Moody Avenue
    Galveston, TX 77550, USA

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    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
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Grand 1894 Opera House (pass by)

    We will pass by the Opera House and talk about the impact the great Storm had on the arts in the city.
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    Galveston County Museum

    We will end the tour where we started at the Galveston County Museum.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Great Storm Hurricane Talk & Tour at the Galveston County Museum?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-306968P11

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    • Accredited Tour Guide

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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