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Unboxing Lesser-Known Stories of Galveston County History
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In this episode of Unboxing History, Christine Hopkins and Jodi Wright Gidley, executive director of the Galveston County Museum, delve into fascinating artifacts from Galveston County's rich history. They uncover a Colombian mammoth bone and discuss the area's prehistoric fossils, explore the origins of the town of Algoa, and highlight the significance of early settlers bringing trees and crops to the region. Additionally, quirky historical facts are shared, such as deer swimming across Galveston Bay. The episode also promotes the newly released book 'Galveston County, Texas, A Narrative and Pictorial History,' offering a comprehensive view of the county’s development and interconnected communities.
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 Museum
The 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 cares for a collection of 20,000 artifacts and archives. We also maintain the Historical Commission's library. If you are interested in research or donating an artifact related to Galveston County history, please call 409.766.2340.
Chapters
1. Introduction to Unboxing History (00:00:00)
2. The Colombian Mammoth Discovery (00:01:00)
3. The Story of Algoa (00:02:38)
4. Galveston County's Agricultural Roots (00:04:28)
5. Deer Migration Across Galveston Bay (00:06:27)
6. The Making of the Galveston County History Book (00:07:22)
7. Conclusion and How to Get the Book (00:08:48)
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