Howdy Hitchcock Citizens! There are many things in our city that I believe most are unaware of regarding the history of Hitchcock, Galveston County and Island, and Texas itself!
I strongly suggest, especially to our new citizens moving to town perhaps from other states, to vist our local Hitchcok museum https://www.hitchcockpubliclibrary.org/Archives%20Depa…/hhsm If you are not already familiar with Mr. Sam Collins he is a very knowledgeable local Hitchcock historian, particularly a wealth of information on African-American/Slavery history then get to know him. Sam Collins is well known for his tours on the education speaking circuit as well as engaging with many celebrity advocates and political activists. He is an A&M graduate and owner of Stringfellow Orchard 7902 Hwy 6, Hitchcock, TX 77563 He serves on several other boards including National Trust for Historic Preservation, Rosenberg Library Trustee, and the Ruby Bridges Foundation (National Board). Sam’s past board service includes Galveston Historical Foundation, Old Central Cultural Center, NIA Cultural Center, Galveston Chamber of Commerce, Galveston Economic Development Partnership, Texas Historical Commission State Board of Review, and Texas A & M University Letterman’s association. Sam is a fine father and devoted family man with a strong faith and we are proud to have him be in so much service to our community for many years. But his work has not received the recognition that I personally believe he deserves that benefits our town in so many ways However, he. being a humble man who's only interest has been to get his research out to the public to inspire, develop interest, and create pride in our heritage.
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The Bryan Museum is introducing a lecture series that will help expand the narrative of Galveston and Texas history.
Join historian Sam Collins, III, as he shares the life of John Rufus Gibson, a name everyone should know. Gibson dedicated his life to the education of youth on Galveston island. His career spanned over 50 years and the impact of his influence is still being felt today. The inspiring story of this man and his family have been hidden for years. It is time to reveal it and celebrate it! Join us on September 12, 2020, to learn more about this amazing educator and his family. RSVP below to receive the link to the LIVE zoom meeting. (Please check your SPAM folder if you don’t receive the confirmation immediately.) Hitchcock Texas very own Historian Samuel Collins, III, is a founding member of The Bryan Museum’s Delegados Advocate Board, which was formed in 2017. Sam Collins serves on several other boards including National Trust for Historic Preservation, Rosenberg Library Trustee, and the Ruby Bridges Foundation (National Board). Sam’s past board service includes Galveston Historical Foundation, Old Central Cultural Center, NIA Cultural Center, Galveston Chamber of Commerce, Galveston Economic Development Partnership, Texas Historical Commission State Board of Review, and Texas A & M University Letterman’s association. Sam is also the owner of the very Historical and beautiful Stringfellows Orchard in renovation and preservation on 7902 Hwy 6, Hitchcock Tx, Your an amazing Man Sam and your family and children seem to follow in your many talents. Thank you for serving The Galveston County Community. Join historian Sam Collins, III, as he shares the life of John Rufus Gibson, a name everyone should know. Gibson dedicated his life to the education of youth on Galveston island. His career spanned over 50 years and the impact of his influence is still being felt today. The inspiring story of this m... Nicholstone home is the oldest house in Dickinson
Built in the 1850's, the Nicholstone home is the oldest house in Dickinson. Ebenezer Nichols, a very successful Galveston businessman built it as a summer home. Legend has it that Nichols consulted with Native Americans to determine the highest point on the Dickinson Bayou so as not to flood. The home is located at California and Park Avenue, hidden by trees from the street, but sometimes in winter, the cupula is visible from the bayou. The house did not flood during Harvey’s historic 50 inches of rain. |
The City of Hitchcock is located on Hwy 6 in Galveston County 10 north of Galveston and 30 miles south of Houston.
Hitchcock is a city in Galveston County, Texas, United States. The population was 6,386 at the 2000 census. Hitchcock was created as a station of the railroad between Galveston and Houston in 1873 and around the turn of the 20th century became a vegetable shipping center. The settlement's economy crashed in the 1930s after insect plagues in the surrounding areas, and the area stayed impoverished until the establishment of both an anti-aircraft training base and the Hitchcock Naval Air Station at the beginning of World War II. Archives
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