ELISSA® Square Cutout Magnet

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Features the Official Tall Ship of Texas, the 1877 ELISSA.

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Weight	0.125 lbs

Galveston Historical Foundation

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Join Galveston Historical Foundation and the Galveston Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc on Saturday for an Official Texas Historical Undertold Marker Dedication Ceremony at 10 am at the McGuire-Dent Recereation Center, 2222 28th Street in Galveston.As one of the most visible programs of the Texas Historical Commission, historical markers commemorate diverse topics in Texas history, including: the history and architecture of houses, commercial and public buildings, religious congregations, and military sites; events that changed the course of local and state history; and individuals who have made lasting contributions to our state, community organizations, and businesses. Jessie May McGuire Dent was an important Galveston Civil Rights figure born in Galveston on March 24, 1892, to Robert & Alberta (Mabson) McGuire. In 1909, she graduated as Valedictorian from Central High School. While a student at Howard University, she became one of the 22 Founding Members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority in 1913, a Public Service Sorority. Upon returning to Galveston, Texas, she taught English and Latin at Central High School and became Dean of Students. Taking a leadership role, she was active in supporting the underserved. McGuire Dent is most known for the 1943 Case Jessie McGuire Dent, et. al. vs. The Board of Trustees of the Public Free Schools of the City of Galveston, Texas, et. al.Details at www.galvestonhistory.org/news/jessie-may-mcguire-dent-marker-dedication-ceremony. #GalvestonHistory #LoveGalveston #GalvestonIsland ... See MoreSee Less

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Incorporated in 1954, Galveston Historical Foundation is one of the nation's largest local preservation organizations. Over the last 50 years, the foundation has expanded its mission to encompass community redevelopment, public education, historic preservation advocacy, maritime preservation and stewardship of historic properties.

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