The East End Historic District is located in eastern Galveston, Texas and is bounded by Broadway, Market St, 19th St and 9th St.
It is one of the best–preserved and largest concentrations of 19th–century residential architecture in Texas, developed when Galveston was the state‘s preeminent port.
The district was designated locally in 1970 and placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975, and declared a National Historic Landmark in 1976.
It features a variety of architectural styles including Victorian, Italianate, Greek Revival and Queen Anne.
Many of the structures are built of locally made brick and iron–fronted storefronts.
The district also contains two of the oldest churches in Galveston, St. Mary‘s Church and St. Patrick‘s Church, as well as several other historic buildings.
East End Historic District History
The East End Historic District of Galveston, Texas is a significant part of the city‘s history, beginning with its roots as a port city in 1830 when a custom house was established on Galveston Island by Mexico.
After the Texas Revolution and the establishment of the Texas Republic in 1836, a street network was platted in 1838 and Galveston Island became the republic‘s principal port.
By 1850, Galveston was the second largest port on the Gulf Coast, and the city experienced significant growth after the American Civil War, until it was curtailed by the growth of Houston and the 1900 Hurricane.
The eastern end of Galveston Island eventually became the preeminent residential district of the city, with over 550 buildings, mostly residences, which show various Victorian architectural styles.
The district was designated as a local historic district in 1970, with the properties individually listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and as Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks (RTHL).
Many of the buildings in the district were designed by renowned architects such as Nicholas J. Clayton, Anton Korn, and others.
The East End Historic District remains a testament to Galveston‘s rich history and vibrant culture.
East End Historic District Information
Address
Address: 1501 Postoffice St, Galveston, TX 77550, United States
