Sleeping Porches and Their History - Foundation Conversations

Schedule

Tue Mar 18 2025 at 11:30 am to 01:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

1859 Ashton Villa | Galveston, TX

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About this Event

Sleeping porches could be found all over Galveston in the first four decades of the 20th century, but their presence was not solely based on the desire for comfort during hot, steamy nights. In this presentation by architectural historian Margaret Culbertson, learn more about the development and architectural variety of porches designed for fresh air sleeping across the nation at a time when tuberculosis presented a serious threat to public health. Although most are no longer used for their original purpose, this talk helps you identify many surviving examples in Galveston's historic houses.

You are welcome to bring your own lunch to enjoy. Lunch will not be provided.

Virtual tickets are also available for guests who would like to view the livestream. A link will be sent prior to the event with instructions on viewing. You are welcome to bring your own lunch to enjoy. Lunch will not be provided.

Current GHF member tickets are free for in-person or livestream attendance as part of their #GalvestonHistory+ account. Access will start at 11:15 a.m. on the day of the presentation.

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1859 Ashton Villa, 2328 Broadway Avenue J, Galveston, United States

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USD 11.49

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Host or Publisher Galveston Historical Foundation

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