A Haunting Record: The 1900 Storm Inquest Book
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Unboxing History: The Inquest Record of the 1900 Storm-
In this episode of Unboxing History, co-host Christine Hopkins and Jody Wright-Gidley, director of the Galveston County Museum, delve into the story behind an inquest record book from the Bolivar Peninsula post-1900 Storm. They discuss the history and significance of the ledger, which contains detailed descriptions of victims to aid identification after the devastating hurricane. The episode also touches on the broader context of the 1900 Storm, including Galveston's importance as a port, the impact on the community, and the efforts made for rebuilding. Listeners are invited to explore this part of the museum's exhibit, featuring the ledger, related personal artifacts, and more historical insights.
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History of the Galveston County Museum
The Galveston County Museum was formed in 1976. It was located on Market Street for many years. After Hurricane Ike damaged the HVAC and electrical systems in 2008, the unharmed artifacts were moved. Now, the museum is located in the Galveston County courthouse building at 722 Moody/21st Street in Galveston.
Galveston County Museum is a joint project of the Galveston County Commissioners Court and Galveston County History, Inc. The museum cares for a collection of 20,000 artifacts and archives. We also maintain the Historical Commission's library. If you are interested in research or donating an artifact related to Galveston County history, please call 409.766.2340.
챕터
1. Introduction to Unboxing History (00:00:00)
2. Unveiling the Artifact: 1900 Storm Inquest Record (00:00:26)
3. Historical Context: Galveston and Bolivar Before the Storm (00:01:41)
4. The 1900 Storm Exhibit: Artifacts and Stories (00:03:09)
5. Personal Stories and Artifacts from the 1900 Storm (00:06:10)
6. The Aftermath and RecoveryEfforts (00:11:48)
7. Museum Resources and Visitor Information (00:16:06)
8. Conclusion and Future Exhibits (00:17:24)
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