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THE HOUSE IS CURRENTLY CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC. THE HOUSE IS CURRENTLY OPEN FOR PRIVATE EVENTS. Call Vicki Amundsen for reservations, (409) 762-3933. A signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence, Michel B. Menard obtained the original land grant for Galveston and mapped the grid of streets that exists to this day, what he called “that wild project of Galveston” in an early letter.
Menard built his classic Southern mansion in 1838 as a showplace in the Greek Revival style. (The house was actually constructed in Maine, and then shipped in pieces to Galveston, as was the Samuel May Williams house.) Constructed near McKinney’s Bayou (which doesn’t exist today) in what was early Galveston’s most elite neighborhood, the Menard home hosted the first Mardi Gras ball; this venerable beauty is now the oldest building in Galveston.
Admission
Adults: $6
Seniors & Children Under 12: $3
Rental Information
The magnificent Greek Revival house built by Galveston’s founder provides a superb setting for small receptions and dinner parties. Shaded by stately live oaks, the landscaped grounds and gazebo also are available for outdoor functions.
Galveston Historical Foundation's properties offer unique and affordable locations for your party, wedding, luncheon, dinner or business meeting. For reservation information, call (409)762-3933. Or to have a brochure sent to you, please send an email to foundation@galvestonhistory.org.
Hours of Operation
Friday thru Sunday: Noon - 4pm
Tours begin every hour on the hour.
Note: Hours may be seasonal and subject to change.
Payments Accepted
Cash
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