Strand National Historic Landmark District

The Strand District, in downtown Galveston, Texas, is a National Historic Landmark District of mainly Victorian era buildings that now house restaurants, antique stores and curio shops. The area is a major tourist attraction for the island city and also plays host to two very popular seasonal festivals. It is widely considered the island's shopping and entertainment center.

Related Topics:
Galveston, Texas - National Historic Landmark District - Victorian era

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"The Strand" is actually named Avenue B, a street that runs parallel to Galveston Bay. Today "the Strand" is generally used to refer to the entire five-block business district between 20th and 25th streets in downtown Galveston, just a stone's throw away from the city's wharf.

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