Galveston’s places of worship are known for their incredible history as well as amazing architecture and both of these traits will be on display at Galveston Historical Foundation’s Sacred Places Tour. The tour, held in conjunction with the Annual Galveston Heritage Day, will open the doors to numerous historic places of worship. Guests will check in for the tour at the 1859 St. Joseph’s Church, 2202 Avenue K, and beginning at 9 a.m.

The popular tour benefits GHF’s ongoing restoration of St. Joseph’s Church, the oldest wooden church building in Galveston and the oldest German Catholic church in Texas. A wide range of religious traditions and building styles will be featured, highlighting the island’s rich religious heritage while showcasing the depth and range of Galveston’s sacred architecture.