History of The Strand Galveston

Galveston & The Strand's Beginnings - Start reading about the history of Galveston and The Strand here: One of the first groups of settlers to arrive in Galveston was led by "The Pirate of the Mexican Gulf," Jean Lafitte. Lafitte made Galveston a center of smuggling and privateering... Read More...


		The Deadly Storm of 1900 - This brutal storm ripped through the town, devestating the island, obliterating hundreds of buildings, and kill... Read More...

		Galveston Island & The Galveston Strand Today - A look at where history has led the area today. Today, Galveston has rebounded to become a top attraction for shoppers, Houston day-trippers, and vacationers from around the globe. And it's no wonder... Read More...