If you’ve ever wondered where the “Moody” in “Moody Gardens” comes from, your curiosity is about to be satisfied. That name belongs to the Moody family, one of Galveston’s most prominent early families. Their four-story mansion remains one of the city’s grandest landmarks, and you can step inside and experience what life was like for the upper class at the turn of the century. It’s definitely one of the most incredible historic home tours in Texas.

The former home of one of Galveston’s most prominent families, the Moody Mansion is historic splendor at its finest.

Moody Mansion

Completed in 1895, the four-story, 28,000-square-foot landmark remained in the Moody family until 1983, when a powerful hurricane caused significant damage. After extensive repairs, the mansion was opened to the public as a museum in 1991.

Moody Mansion

Visitors embark on a grand tour of the home’s 20 rooms, marveling at the original furniture and personal belongings of family members.

Moody Mansion

Although the mansion has undergone renovations, great care was taken to maintain its historic integrity. Much of what you’ll see - including the ornate, stained-glass window on the stair landing - has been in the house since the day it was built.

Moody Mansion

You will see where the family ate, slept, entertained guests, spent quality time together, and went about their other daily activities. It’s also fascinating to see how far ahead of its time the mansion was, with running water, an elevator, a heating and cooling system, and other remarkable features.

Moody Mansion

Touring the Moody Mansion is like taking a step back in time and catching a rare glimpse into the private life of one of Texas’s wealthiest pioneering families.

Moody Mansion

In addition to guided tours, the mansion also hosts private events such as weddings and holiday gatherings. Can you imagine a more exquisite venue for your next occasion?

Moody Mansion

Visit the Moody Mansion website or Facebook page for more information, such as tour pricing and availability.

Moody Mansion

Have you ever toured the Moody Mansion? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments! Don’t forget to check out our previous article for more things to do in Galveston (no matter what time of year you visit).

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Address: Moody Mansion, 2618 Broadway Avenue J, Galveston, TX 77550, USA