Nothing says Halloween quite like a cemetery, and you can tour one of the oldest and most haunted in Texas this October. On the 17th of next month, a local historian in Galveston is leading a walk through Old City Cemetery, which dates to the early 1800s and harbors an estimated 1500 graves.
Located on Broadway Street in Galveston, the place known as “Old City Cemetery” is actually a complex consisting of seven separate graveyards. An estimated 1500 souls were laid to rest on these grounds, some as early as 1839.
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A number of the deceased perished in the Great Storm of 1900. Others died for various reasons, whether from natural causes or something more sinister. Keep an eye out for all the different architectural styles such as Greek, Italian and Renaissance, as well as a vast array of religious symbols.
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On October 17, local historian and author Kathleen Maca is leading a tour of the graveyard. With more than 40 years of experience researching historic cemeteries, she’s a wealth of knowledge about the celebrities, murder victims, veterans, and other famous figures buried here.
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Uneven pathways weave through endless rows of tombstones and mausoleums, many unmarked. Even in broad daylight, visitors have reported paranormal activity – not a surprise considering just how much unfinished business is likely in a cemetery this large.
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Video and audio recordings aren’t allowed, but feel free to take pictures! Come in costume if you’d like – what better backdrop for a Halloween photoshoot?
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You’ll want to get tickets ASAP, as spots are limited. Guests will be asked to practice physical distancing during the tour.
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The tour will take place from 9 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 17. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased online in advance.
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Click here for more information about the tour and to purchase tickets.
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Have you ever been to Old City Cemetery? Are you brave enough to embark on this tour? Let us know your thoughts, and check out our previous article for another epic Halloween attraction to enjoy this year: You Can Go On A Zombie Hunting Safari This Halloween In Texas.
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Address: Old City Cemetery, Avenue K Rear, Galveston, TX 77550, USA
