This 1874 bank building has undergone several name changes over the years, and the name on the marquee still belongs to the 1923 'United States National Bank,' but since 2000 the name on the front has belonged to local chain Frost. Even if you don't have any business, it's worth having a look in the historic lobby.


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1. Galveston Arts Center

0.12 MILES

Right on the Strand, this two-floor gallery showcases contemporary artwork primarily from local artists or artists focused on local themes. It also…

2. Strand Historical District

0.14 MILES

Strolling the historic Strand District will give you an appreciation of Galveston's glory days in the late-19th century. Commercial horse-drawn carriages…

4. Galveston Railroad Museum

0.27 MILES

Housed in Galveston’s beautiful former Santa Fe Railroad Station, this little museum holds exhibits on train history and old rail cars as well as model…

7. Ashton Villa

0.38 MILES

The Galveston Island Visitors Center occupies most of the ground floor of this 1858 Italianate villa, while the remainder is reserved for private events.

8. Moody Mansion & Museum

0.49 MILES

One of the grandest mansions on the island, dating from 1895, this 28,000-sq-ft home still shines with the splendor of Galveston's heyday as an American…