Unboxing History: Back to School Edition

Send us Fan MailJoin hosts Christine Hopkins and Jodi Wright-Gidley as they unbox the rich history of Galveston County’s schools in this special Back to School edition of Unboxing History! Discover unique artifacts ranging from an 1885 teaching certificate to a 1920s report card, and hear the stories behind them. Whether you’re a history buff or just curious about Galveston’s past, this episode offers a glimpse into some unique artifacts in the museum’s collection. Special thanks to the Galveston Chamber of Commerce for their ongoing support and Shawn Schoellkopf for creating and performing the theme music.Thank you for listening to Unboxing History, presented by the Galveston County Museum.  For more information on the Museum, visit our website.History of the Galveston County MuseumThe Galveston County Museum was formed in 1976. It was located on Market Street for many years. After Hurricane Ike damaged the HVAC and electrical systems in 2008, the unharmed artifacts were moved. Now, the museum is located in the Galveston County courthouse building at 722 Moody/21st Street in Galveston.​Galveston County Museum is a joint project of the Galveston County Commissioners Court and Galveston County History, Inc. The museum is open for FREE on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 10:00 to 4:00. Private tours and our fun Padlock Mystery Game can be scheduled on Tuesdays and Thursdays by calling 409.766.2340. The museum is located inside the Galveston County courthouse at 722 Moody/21st Street, Galveston, Texas.Follow us on FacebookFollow up on Instagram