Galveston Historic Seaport - Home of the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA
About the Business
The Galveston Historic Seaport, home of the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA, is a must-visit museum and tourist attraction located in Galveston, Texas, United States. Open Tuesday-Sunday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., this institution offers visitors the chance to explore the historic vessel ELISSA, one of only three ships of her kind in the world still actively sailing. The admission fee includes access to the Galveston’s Immigration Experience “Ship to Shore”, where visitors can learn about the experiences of early immigrants arriving in Galveston in the 1880s.
The Galveston Historical Foundation, which brought ELISSA to Galveston in 1978 and completed its restoration by 1982, continues to preserve and share the maritime history of the area. The 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA serves as the Official Tall Ship of Texas and a National Historic Landmark, welcoming over 40,000 visitors annually.
In addition to public tours, the Galveston Historic Seaport offers private tours and event rentals, making it a versatile destination for groups and special occasions. The museum galleries and restrooms are wheelchair accessible, and accommodations can be made for visitors with special needs. Whether you're interested in maritime history, immigration stories, or simply exploring a piece of Texas history, the Galveston Historic Seaport has something for everyone.
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Location & Phone number
Pier 22 Suite, 8, Galveston, TX 77550, United States
Hours open
Monday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Reviews
"Really enjoyed seeing the ship! We didn’t have time for the museum."
"We enjoyed a self-guided tour of the 1877 Tall Ship Elissa, both on-deck and below deck. She is a beautiful ship that also leaves port for tours. We followed this with a tour of the Immigration Experience, which was a wonderfully thought out and displayed interactive museum. We highly recommend both, plus pricing is reasonable. There is also a very nice gift shop with books, trinkets, and treasures for everyone."
"Pretty cool place to see an old ship and get history information. There are also tours, such as dolphin tours, you can buy."
"Had a great time with my family touring the harbor, learning some history about the area, and viewing dolphins. Well worth the price. Our captain and his first mate, Loren and Jason were funny and fantastic and even let my granddaughter drive the boat for a short time."
""The Ellis Island of the Southwest" exhibit is immersive, imaginative, and informative. Love, love, loved learning about the history of the island! There were mannequins, screens, luggage, bunks, and signs, as well as audio throughout. Definitely stop by! Ticket price also includes a self-guided tour through the 1877 Tall Ship Elissa. Really neat"
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