The ballroom can hold 300 for a stand- up function or 200 to 225 for a seated dinner. A caterer's kitchen, rest room facilities and convenient parking are also included. Guests will enjoy a leisurely cruise through Galveston's scenic Offatts Bayou. The boat can accommodate everything from small groups of 50 to large groups of 750. Group rates are available for small parties and for full boat charters.
Catering is available for hors d'oeuvres receptions and full seated dinner receptions.
Custom House, a federal building built in 1861, was recently restored by the Galveston Historical Foundation. It is the oldest non-military federal building in Texas. The former Court Room, located on the second floor, was severely damaged during an explosion in 1978. The room has now been completly refurbished and is available for receptions and luncheons. Rental can be arranged for the second floor including the courtroom, veranda and hallway which can accommodate 250 people for a seated function.