The night sky of Galveston is the brother to its sister sea, and it’s a relationship our continental city friends sacrifice by living with s

It’s fascinating how many people share a similar story—finding themselves drawn to Galveston after big life changes.

I didn’t come to Galveston by choice but, I became an Islander by choice.

What I once thought was a lifeless, underwhelming city has now become the center point of my freedom.

The coastal landscape offered a sanctuary where the rhythmic sounds of the waves were healing.

We spoke to a few artists that are Galveston transplants to find out why they came to the island and how it has affected their art.

Galveston lays claim that the margarita was invented on the island at the Balinese room in 1948 for singer Peggy Lee.

Bloom Galveston is a community garden initiative designed to cultivate kindness, civility, and independence .

In Galveston, fishing is more than a pastime; it’s a sustainable way of life.

A healthy community begins with instilling good habits in children, particularly around nutrition and exercise.

Blue Zones are regions identified as having the highest concentrations of people who live to 100 years or more.

I love: living in Galveston living on an island living in Texas living in the USA being able to travel having family near being loved being free feeling safe enjoying friends hugs from others being retired I cry: for our Democracy over our politics for the poor

Our featured artist is Amy Mckeethan owner of Phoenix Boudoir Photography.

Photography by Amy Mckeethan of Phoenix Boudoir Photography.

After every storm, neighbors help neighbors rebuild. Local businesses band together to support one another, and the community rallies around

A word from our teen contributors Wyatt Migues: "A way we could build each other up and really connect with one another is through free fishing tournaments hosted for the youth. As they get to have fun learning about the Galveston sea life and connecting through the art of fishing, the community could come together and supply the kids with various fishing equipment. While going to certain areas and fishing, before we start, we will walk around and help pick up any trash we fi

If you're searching for the true taste of Galveston, look no further than Shrimp 'N Stuff, a beloved staple in the community since 1976. This family-owned seafood haven has been serving up fresh, flavorful, and affordable dishes for nearly five decades, earning its spot as a local favorite. From the moment you step into Shrimp 'N Stuff, you're greeted with the warm, welcoming spirit that Galveston is known for. The menu is packed with coastal classics, like their scratch-made

Yes, I am a pirate. “We knew we were in Indian country.” Third Engineer John Cronyn, Maersk, Alabama, taken by Somali pirates in April 2009. Domestic piracy is a niche market. Really, who would expect a ship to get hijacked right off the South Jetty? This guy right here. That’s who. After receiving my first Merchant Mariner’s license, I hooked up with Tidewater. What’s a nice way to say this? It wasn’t my favorite job. It was August 24, 1992. I reported to my boat in Houma,

Galvestonians who call this place home, by birth or choice, view their island as a refuge. To them, it’s not so much a plot of silty sand elevating from the bed of the Gulf of Mexico but a floating galleon of rebel life protected from life’s musket balls by the waters insulating it from the mainland establishment. We know that the pretty painted pillars of aquatic scenery flanking the causeway are chiefly there for tourists. If it were up to some of us, we would just as so

Galveston’s past is a treasure trove of colorful tales, where pirates, a thriving red-light district, and a web of criminal activities intersect. Among these stories, one figure stands out—Jean Lafitte, a privateer whose influence on the island in the 19th century remains one of the most fascinating chapters in our island’s history. Jean Lafitte was no ordinary pirate. Known for his charisma and cunning, he carved out a unique niche on Galveston Island, turning it into a bust