The Great Storm Trivia Night

Please note: Weather permitting, this event will be held on the dock next to the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA.

Test your storm smarts! Join us for a trivia night dedicated to the 1900 Storm—the deadliest natural disaster in U.S. history. From meteorological mayhem to tales of survival and resilience, this evening promises brain-teasing questions, surprising facts, and just the right mix of history and fun.

SMARTY PINTS IS A FREE EVENT. THIS IS A PACKAGE THAT INCLUDES A BUCKET OF BEER AND A RESERVED TABLE FOR 4.

ABOUT THE 1900 STORM | On September 8, 1900, Galveston, Texas, was devastated by the deadliest natural disaster in U.S. history when a massive hurricane made landfall on the island. With winds estimated at over 140 miles per hour and a storm surge that swallowed much of the city, the hurricane claimed the lives of more than 6,000 residents and destroyed thousands of homes. At the time, Galveston was a thriving port city and one of the most important commercial hubs on the Gulf Coast. The storm not only reshaped the island physically—with the construction of a seawall and the raising of the city’s elevation—but also altered its trajectory, as economic dominance shifted inland to Houston. The 1900 Storm remains a defining chapter in Galveston’s history, a somber reminder of nature’s power and the islanders’ enduring resilience.

ABOUT GALVESTON HISTORICAL FOUNDATION | Galveston Historical Foundation (GHF) was formed as the Galveston Historical Society in 1871 and merged with a new organization formed in 1954 as a non-profit entity devoted to historic preservation and history in Galveston County. Over the last sixty years, GHF has expanded its mission to encompass community redevelopment, historic preservation advocacy, maritime preservation, coastal resiliency and stewardship of historic properties. GHF embraces a broader vision of history and architecture that encompasses advancements in environmental and natural sciences and their intersection with historic buildings and coastal life and conceives of history as an engaging story of individual lives and experiences on Galveston Island from the 19th century to the present day.

Host or Publisher Galveston Historical Foundation