George Washington Grover House

The George Washington Grover House is a two-story brick residence built in 1859 with granite steps and beige stucco exterior walls. The structure stands in the East End Historic District and receives ongoing preservation care.

The house was built in 1859 by George Washington Grover, a Texas Army veteran and merchant who had established his grocery business in the city. Its construction reflects the economic growth of Galveston during the mid-1800s.

The rooms inside feature high ceilings with wall decorations, colored glass windows, and marble fireplaces that show how prosperous merchants lived during the 1800s. Visitors can see how families of means furnished and decorated their homes to display their status and taste.

The house is located on Market Street and remains available for visitors interested in architectural study. The structure is well-maintained and shows typical features of 1800s building techniques.

The bricks of the house were made on Galveston Island itself while marble window sills came from several different states. These materials show the trade network that connected Galveston to distant parts of the country during the 1800s.

Location: Galveston

Part of: East End Historic District

Address: 1520 Market Street

GPS coordinates: 29.30806,-94.78556

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:42