GALVESTON'S TRINITY CEMETERY TOUR as seen on Texas Country Reporter

40th Street at Avenue K,Galveston TX 77550

01 January, 2022

Description

Hear the stories behind the stones in one on the Island's oldest cemeteries and see why truth can truly be stranger than fiction. Join us in wandering through Trinity Episcopal Cemetery to hear stories from the past while enjoying beautiful sculptures from artists around the world. Your host is Kathleen Maca, the author of "Galveston's Broadway Cemeteries" and "Ghosts of Galveston." A local historian and writer, she has spent over 45 years researching historic cemeteries. We'll meet in the Historic Broadway Cemetery District, where you'll be introduced to some of Galveston's former citizens - from heroes to villains, notorious to noteworthy. "Galveston's Broadway Cemeteries" ($22), "Ghosts of Galveston" ($20) and "History of the Hotel Galvez" ($22) and "Ghostly Tales of Galveston" ($13, for middle schoolers) books will be available for purchase and signing after the tour, or bring your own copy to be signed. Please note: Uneven walking paths. No video or audio recording allowed during the tour. Still photos are encouraged! Guide takes no responsibility for injuries incurred during tour. No restrooms on site. Tour will be given rain or shine except in the case of a severe thunderstorm. Author of "Galveston's Broadway Cemeteries," and "Ghosts of Galveston." Recently Featured on "Texas Country Reporter," and "Houston Life TV."