Free Museums in San Luis Pass

"One of the largest railroad collections in the southwest and one of the five in the country. The Galveston railroad museum has a wide variety of locomotives and train-related mementos to satisfy everyone looking for Galveston train museum. If a caboose ride is what you are seeking, a visit to the museum on Saturdays from 11 AM to 2 PM is a must."

"Along with setting aside time to sit at the beach and eat plenty of seafood, you’ll want to reserve ample time to explore some of Galveston Island’s top historical attractions when you visit."

"If you are looking for what to do in Galveston with kids, add a visit to the Galveston Children’s Museum to your checklist. Primarily established for children of all age grades, the museum thrives on bringing entertainment and education to Galveston’s kids. Galveston Children’s Museum is filled with lots of fun things to do and see for children, and it has thousands of interesting exhibits ranging from artworks to sculptures, structures and toys all meant for kids."

"For a fun and educational experience to add to your things to do in Galveston with kids, there’s nothing like the Galveston Children’s Museum. Featuring a number of engaging and interactive activities, kids can learn about science and creativity through safe and educational hands-on experiences. Kids might build a robot or explore wood-based construction."

"This favorite among the top Galveston museums has exhibits that encourage creativity and education. Examples include Our Town’s fishing boat, Building Zone’s materials and Now Starring You’s puppet theater. Children can also build, create art and see how physics works."

"2227 Postoffice 409-789-0079sje@fromtheheart.galleryfromtheheart.gallery. Affaire d'Art is a fine art gallery located in downtown Galveston that showcases a diverse selection of original works of art. The gallery is open Wednesday - Sunday, from 12pm - 6pm."

"It showcases a selection of original paintings, drawings, photography, mixed media, sculptures, and jewelry all from over 20 artisans within the 1500 square feet!. The owners of From the HeART Gallery recently acquired Affaire d’ Art in 2019."

"The Galveston Naval Museum is a waterfront museum charged with the upkeep and display of two genuine U.S. Naval ships, the USS Cavalla and the USS Stewart. You can explore both vessels and other items on display."

"If you are a history enthusiast and wish to learn more about the city, add a visit to the Galveston County Historical Museum to your list of fun things to do in Galveston. Galveston County Historical Museum is one of Galveston’s best historical attractions, which offers visitors the opportunity to have a very comprehensive view of local history. Filled with lots of information about Galveston, its wars, and other interesting events, the museum features many exhibits from different periods and themes of the county’s history."

"The Galveston County Historical Museum is a fun stop for any history buff but also offers excitement for anyone who wants to learn more about Galveston. The museum offers visitors the chance to explore the many exciting historical pieces and learn more about wars and other events that took place in Galveston and near Galveston during the tour. Galveston is filled with so much interesting history and the historical museum aims to tell as much of it as you want to hear."

"This museum is located in the 1919 City National Bank Building and includes exhibits on the 1900 Storm, Native Americans during the time that Cabeza de Vaca occupied the Island in 1528, and the Galveston architecture of Nicholas Clayton. Unique features include a lighthouse lens and actual footage from the 1900 Storm taken by Thomas Edison’s assistant."

"The original location of Texas’ first opera house, now the Proletariat Gallery and Public House is a community space dedicated to enhancing the Galveston art scene!. The Proletariat is an awesome, collaborative exhibition that features performing and visual arts as a backdrop of a casual yet engaging hang out spot. Enjoy local beer, coffee or wine while co-existing with the community and with the art."

"The Rooftop Bar is one of the more sophisticated places to stop in for a drink in Galveston. It sits atop The Tremont House hotel in the historic district and provides patrons a beautiful view of downtown and the harbor from four stories high. The lounge-like setting is the perfect venue to unwind with a specialty cocktail or glass of wine and take in the sights."

"Tucked inside the charming Victoria-era buildings of downtown are some of the islands best bars and clubs. Why not drink somewhere with some style, like the bar at Hearsay?. Or with a view, like The Rooftop Bar at The Tremont House?"

"Molly’s Old Cellar Bar is a local gem in Galveston and known as one of the best little Irish pubs in town. The Bar offers one of the largest rotating draft walls on the island, great drinks from their menu, pool tables for you and your friends to enjoy, and dartboards for a complete bar experience. There is a strict 21 and over policy."

"An authentic Irish pub serving over 60 draft beers from around the world, as well as offering a full-service bar."