East End Historic District

The East End Historic District is a residential neighborhood spanning roughly 50 blocks in Galveston, bounded by Broadway, 10th Street, Mechanic Avenue, and 19th Street. The area features Greek Revival and Victorian homes with solid foundations, wide porches, and detailed decoration on facades and rooflines.

After the Great Fire of 1885, entire blocks were rebuilt starting in 1886 in Victorian architectural style by architects including Nicholas Clayton, Alfred Muller, and George Stowe. This reconstruction period shaped the neighborhood's appearance as it exists today.

The streets display Victorian and Greek Revival homes with detailed ornamentation that defines the neighborhood's character. Walking through, you see how residents take pride in maintaining these historic houses and keeping the area's distinctive look intact.

The neighborhood is easy to explore on foot since the streets are laid out in a logical grid and you can see the different house styles while walking. Information and materials about the area are available at the Public Works Facility on Market Street, open on weekdays.

The neighborhood is home to several buildings counted among America's most important structures, including the 1838 Menard House, the 1859 Ashton Villa, and the 1892 Bishop's Palace. These three houses represent different building periods and show how the local architectural style evolved.

Location: Galveston

Location: Galveston County

Architectural style: Greek Revival architecture

Address: Irregular pattern including both sides of Broadway and Market Sts.

GPS coordinates: 29.30444,-94.78278

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:05