The Grand 1894 Opera House - Galveston Landmark

Descriptions from Across the Web

• This magnificent opera house, fully restored to its former grandeur, has remained a cultural icon for more than a century. The Grand has been proclaimed both a national landmark and "the official opera house of the State of Texas" by the state legislature. Today, it continues to be a major center... more on Yahoo! Travel
• Having survived the storms of 1900 and 1915, and Hurricanes Carla and Alicia, The Grand has a very special place in the history of the community. One of the few remaining theaters of its era in Texas, it is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and was even proclaimed The Grand "The ... more on GoCityKids.com
• The Grand has a very special place in the history of our community and in the lives of many of our residents. It survived the storms of 1900 and 1915, and Hurricanes Carla and Alicia, as well as years of neglect at various times throughout its history. Of these events, the greatest threat to its ... more on Thegrand.com
• The 1894 Grand Opera House is a magnificently restored not-for-profit performing arts theater showcasing live entertainment year round. With a professional season featuring more than 28 productions with more than 70 shows by visiting artists and production companies presenting dance, drama, Broad... more on VisitHoustonTexas.com
• The Grand 1894 Opera House, which is still open as a performing arts theater, has had the likes of the Marx Brothers, Sarah Bernhardt, the Smothers Brothers, Gregory ... more on Weather.com

Directions

From Houston take I-45 South to Galveston. Turn left on 21st Street, travel 5 blocks to Postoffice Street and turn right. The Grand is in the center of the block on the left.

Hours

Tours: 8am-5pm Mon-Fri

Miscellaneous

• Admission: Ticket prices vary by show

Other Web Resources

• Read more about The Grand 1894 Opera House on Yahoo! Travel
• www.thegrand.com
• http://www.visithoustontexas.com