Get-Aways
Bishop's Palace in Galveston Island, TX - Tour and Overnight Stay at 1838 Menard House
- Item Number
- 184
- Estimated Value
- 400 USD
- Sold
- 315 USD to LAClarke
- Number of Bids
- 16 - Bid History
Item Description
Overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, quaint and picturesque Galveston Island in Texas is a historic jewel. This package offers you an overnight stay for two (one room/double occupancy) at the 1838 Menard House and a behind-the-scenes tour of the elegant Bishop's Palace. This tour is a special treat as behind-the-scenes tours are only done for the general public during homes tours. Both sites are owned and operated by the Galveston Historical Foundation.
If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!). Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.
The Menard House, built in 1838 and the oldest on the island, is in the Greek revival style. The furniture and furnishings, with few exceptions, all date from the first half of the 19th century (1800-1850s). They are of the federal, empire, regency, Biedermeier, and William IV styles, as interpreted by American, English, French and German artisans. Carpets, drapes and upholstery fabrics are reproductions appropriate for the period 1830-1850.
Item Special Note
One room/double occupancy. Site is not handicapped accessible. Tour for two persons. Call in advance to arrange tour and stay package. Valid until December 30, 2009.
Learn more about Bishop's Palace and 1838 Menard House at the Galveston Historical Foundation site: http://www.galvestonhistory.org.
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