Galveston’s Juneteenth Exhibit – “And Still We Rise…”

Open Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., and Sunday, noon – 4 p.m.
Available any day for group tours by appointment to [email protected].

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And Still We Rise… Galveston’s Juneteenth Story introduces the context and consequences of that announcement from 1865 to the present day, in a long journey towards “absolute equality.” The exhibit draws from over 16 interviews as well as numerous historic documents and histories. In addition to the contemporary histories recorded, the site features numerous digital touchpoints that interact with the collected photos, stories, and research while connecting to other island Juneteenth resources.

TOUR SPECIFICS:

• Please select the date and time you are planning to arrive. If you miss your ticket window, every effort will be made to ensure your participation on the next time slot.
• Last ticket sold at 4 p.m. daily
• Please arrive by 4 p.m. to allow ample time for tours before closing
• Although children 5 & under are free, please make sure you add a free ticket to your order so we can account for the total guest size
• Questions? Contact us at [email protected] for more information
• Tickets are non-refundable
• Parking is available in the parking lot on the north side of the building. The entrance is on the south side and can be accessed through Harris Garden or by walking around the side of the main building.

Please note: This exhibit features themes and content that can be troubling for younger guests.

Galveston Historical Foundation is committed to making our programs and historic sites special needs accessible. There is handicap access to the exhibit via the north side of the building.

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ABOUT GALVESTON HISTORICAL FOUNDATION

GHF was formed as the Galveston Historical Society in 1871 and merged with a new organization formed in 1954 as a non-profit entity devoted to historic preservation and history in Galveston County. Over the last sixty years, GHF has expanded its mission to encompass community redevelopment, historic preservation advocacy, maritime preservation, coastal resiliency and stewardship of historic properties. GHF embraces a broader vision of history and architecture that encompasses advancements in environmental and natural sciences and their intersection with historic buildings and coastal life and conceives of history as an engaging story of individual lives and experiences on Galveston Island from the 19th century to the present day.