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| NOAA Photo Library - Homes
Destroyed by the Storm Surge - Galveston, TX 1900 |
The small Island of Galveston has known World, Country, and State wide
acclaim and relative obscurity these past 100 or so years. Primarily
Galveston is known as the city that barely survived the storm of 1900
that is said to have killed almost half the island population in as
little as 12 hours.
This small city was once
the play ground for millionaires, captains of industry, American
presidents, and celebrities. At it's financial peek there was more
money in Galveston then in Newport, Rhode Island. Remnants of this
financial prosperity can still be found scattered through out the
small 30 mile long barrier island.
Mansions line Main Street
built by some of the most popular architects of the 20th century
including Stanford White (Open Gates) and buildings in The Strand
historical district are still a study for modern day architecture
students all around the country.
We have complied some of
the history of this fascinating Island City here on the website for
your enjoyment and education. Please enjoy by clicking on the links at
bottom.
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