Museums / Tours

Houston, the world`s petroleum capital, the Offshore Energy Center (OEC) operates its facility, the Ocean Star. Take a leisurely, self-guided tour through the retired Ocean Star jack-up rig which now serves as a museum and educational facility. From geological exploration, to drilling, to oil and gas production, you will see offshore drilling equipment, exhibits and videos on three levels of this refurbished offshore drilling rig.
Location: 1900 Harborside Dr. Galveston, TX 77550
Phone: 409-766-STAR

The Rosenberg Library Museum is located inside the historic Rosenberg Library in Galveston, Texas. The Museum offers exhibits and special displays throughout the library, with four large gallery exhibits on the fourth floor (previously labeled “third” floor). The Rosenberg Library represents Galvestons past, present, and future, a unique institution serving as the principal repository of Galvestons historical heritage and providing technological and traditional services, all as a continuing source for the community, its children and its childrens children. The Museum Department maintains and exhibits artifacts that document the history of Galveston and the Republic of Texas, as well as the Library`s fine art collection. Permanent and alternating exhibits are displayed in the Lykes, Hutchings, Harris and Hallway Galleries on the fourth floor (previously labeled “third” floor), and throughout the building.
Location: 2310 Sealy Ave. Galveston, TX 77550
Phone: 409-763-8854

The Bryan Museum, located in the historic Galveston Orphans Home, houses The Bryan Collection, one of the world`s largest collections of historical artifacts, documents, and artwork relating to Texas and the American West. Assembled by J.P. and Mary Jon Bryan, the collection spans more than 12,000 years, with pieces ranging from ancient Native American cultural artifacts to modern twenty-first century objects. With approximately 70,000 items in total, the collection includes 20,000 rare books; more than 30,000 documents in Spanish, German, French, and English; three dozen saddles; over 250 antique firearms; several hundred spurs; a large collection of fine art, religious art, folk art, and portraits; exceedingly rare maps and artifacts, such as “cowboy” chaps; Native American stone tools and arrowheads; and a Spanish mission bell. Set in an exquisite Renaissance Revival-style building surrounded by beautiful landscaping in a historic neighborhood, The Bryan Museum is also Galveston`s premier venue for weddings, corporate events, and private parties.
Location: 1315 21st Street Galveston, TX 77550
Phone: 409-632-7685

Galveston Railroad Museum is a complex of historic facilities and unique attractions. Towering at the head of the Strand, the vast Railroad Museum boasts one of the largest restored railroad collections in the southwest, and one of the five largest in the country, with numerous railroad memorabilia and exhibits, including more than 40 pieces of locomotives and rolling stock. South East Texas` most popular railroad museum, there is something here for everyone! Throughout the year, experience lavishly restored trains, engaging exhibits, and unique special events. Most Saturdays, the Museum offers rides aboard the “Harborside Express” train between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. boarding every 20 minutes.
Location: 2602 Santa Fe Place Galveston, TX 77550
Phone: 409-765-5700