I am fascinated by history and weather. The 1900 hurricane in Galveston was the most deadly hurricane to date in US History with 20% of the Galveston population killed. Standards for severe weather warnings were not in place like they are today and there was nothing to prevent the storm surge from sweeping the island. Thousands of homes were destroyed, even the one next door to this house.
The Bishop's Palace built in 1892 remained standing throughout the storm and was a refuge for people who had been seeking shelter. Members of the household rescued people by forming a human chain and pulling them out of the waves. The house suffered little damage compared to the rest of the neighborhood.
During my last visit to Galveston, I finally got to visit this majestic house and capture it at Christmas time.
#1- Imposing view from the outside of Bishop's Palace
#2 The Entry- Bishop's Palace decorated for Christmas
#3 The Staircase with a 2 story Christmas tree
#4- The Parlor
#5- The Dining Room
#6- Upstairs Landing
#7- Modern 1892 Bathroom. The tub had 3 faucets: hot, cold and rainwater. Rainwater is apparently the best for washing your hair.
#8- Lady's Bedroom
#9- View from the 2nd story
