Pride

Center

Galveston

FAQS

Our Facility Information

  • We are open 7 days a week.

  • Space is available on a first come, first serve, first to pay in full basis, we will only hold space on deposit for a temporary basis, at the discretion of management. Whenever a private event is scheduled in the calendar, the space is not available for someone else to rent. The best we can do is book your event for a different date.

  • Rental spaces can be viewed before submitting a rental request or before the date of your event by appointment only email admin@stonewallresidences.com or text/phone (508) 667 8776 be sure to specify the type of event/retreat your looking to host upfront. 

  • We do accommodate small weddings/engagement/bachelorette/bachelor parties.

  • We do accommodate other family gatherings such as anniversaries, birthdays, coming of age celebrations. We have package deals with set pricing.

  • You can also work with an event planner onsite to customize your special day/retreat/event. Weekend & Evening Visitors: Please call (508) 667 8776 for help and information.

  • Our community center is a self-serve facility. From a reservation and payment system to a “Leave No Trace” clean up policy, we are able to keep rental costs very affordable, with a, with a priority on offering the LGBTQ+ community a place to socialize, organize, create, worship, practice health and wellness activities, and so much more! For folks requiring full service, your event planner can assist you with that process and an estimate for costs.

Features

  • 15,000sqft mixed used facility. Purchased by the current owner, Cowboy Matt, in 2022.

  • Stonewall Residences: the residential areas have undergone improvements to create a special private oasis: a unique 6500sqft vacation housing compound.

    The two furnished vacation condos with approximately; 

    3800sqft of total indoor space.

    1900sqft of outdoor sundeck/roof deck.

    800sqft of outdoor covered courtyard.

  • Eldorado Event Room 1200sqft

  • Rosebud Coffee House 

  • Pride Center Galveston (Galveston’s LGBTQ+ Community Center)

  • Mr Texas Fitness Gym, (Private Membership Available)

  • Mr Texas Social Club’s, (Private Membership’s Available)

  • WIFI Access

  • First Floor Handicap Accessibility

  • Also onsite: Powered by Chef Mary Bass

    Good Dough Bakery (Voted #1 on Island for Kolaches)

    La Cocina Market Place (Ready to eat and prepared foods)

    La Mesa Cooking School

Rental Options

  • Eldorado Event Room: 1200sqft of space.

  • Pride Center Galveston: Conference Room meeting space comfortable seating for 12.

    Extra chairs can be pulled in. 

  • Eldorado Retreat Center: (see website calendar for upcoming retreats)

  • Roofdeck @ Stonewall Residences: Private outdoor seating area.

  • Stonewall Residences: Individual bedroom overnight rentals, (21+, when available)

  • Stonewall Residences: Rental of either the two bedroom or five bedroom condo's, (when available)

  • Entire compound can be rented out for private events. (when available)

  • Please note: when the entire compound is rented out to a private group or family for event, (the group leader under contract for the rental, is solely responsible for making decisions about who is included/excluded from event.

Goals for the Organization

  • Membership Goal: Established in 2024, our primary goal for 2024-25 calendar years will be to quickly grow our support base through membership driven social clubs and groups. 

  • Leadership Goal: Identify & Engage potential candidates for leadership positions throughout the entire organization; including;
    Board positions.

    Social Clubs.

    Service Clubs.

    Volunteer shift leaders.

    Special Event Organizers.

    • Non-Profit Goal: (CDC) Community Development Corporation: Primary mission objective: to purchase house or apartment building to provide low-income housing for our community. We will begin fundraising for downpayment/costs on a property. A capital campaign will be necessary in addition to membership dues and the funds raised by Rosebud coffee house. 

    • Non-Profit Secondary Goals: (CDC) Community Development Corporation: Secondary mission objectives from a fundraising standpoint; as our community as a whole has many needs. To meet those needs, takes many dedicated, passionate people all doing their parts. We are a small island with limited resources and limited people. So as a community center, we will strive to put together a great team of volunteers. Hope you can join us, we are counting on you!

Covid Policy / Monkey Pox / STD

  • We encourage all guests to prioritize their well-being and those of other guests.

  • If you are feeling unwell, have symptoms of illness or have recently come into contact with some who has tested positive for Covid/Monkey Pox/STD/HIV please refrain from visiting until you are cleared by a health professional for travel and have fully recovered.

  • If you need to cancel/reschedule due to illness, we will apply your deposit toward a future visit, and thank you for taking into consideration the health of others as well as your own. Please contact us at with the earliest notice possible, as it may allow someone on the waitlist to attend an event in your place. admin@stonewallresidences.com 

  • During an event, If someone tests positive, we will isolate them, and ask them to return home. We will inform the retreat community of the positive test and let you make decisions about your own health and well being.

  • We appreciate your continued support, and we look forward to welcoming you at Stonewall Residences. (Outside rental groups may adopt their own policies and protocols)

Health Service Resources

  • Pride Center Galveston does not provide crisis care, mental health, medical or emergency need type services (please call 911)

  • The below information is provided for convenience, check their website for updates to hours/costs and other details. Galveston County Health District - https://www.gchd.org/public-health-services/community-health-services/hiv-std-services/healthy-concepts-clinic

  • Services: Services are confidential and at no time will they be logged under your insurance. Cash and credit are accepted. 

    ALL testing for: HIV - Syphilis* - Chlamydia* - Gonorrhea* - Hepatitis C ($10 visit fee covers)

  • Condoms upon request- sent discreetly to your home, anywhere in the state of Texas. Choose from seven styles.

  • PrEP - HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis services and referrals. Learn more about PrEP services available to you with our Forward PrEP program. 

  • Galveston Location

    Walk-In Hours : Monday 10am-3pm

    Island Community Community Center

    4700 Broadway, Suite F101 

    (409) 938 2253

  • Texas City Location

    Walk-In Hours : Wednesday 8am-5pm

    9850-B Emmett F. Lowry Expy Suite B103

    (409) 978 4203

  • Submit a Reservation Request form and Check Availability! (this is a for a form that gets submitted to me, Matt)

    We know you want fast, accurate answers, we need some basic information from you to expedite the process:

    1. Personal event, family event, work event, social event

    2. Tell us about more about your event

    3. How many people were at your last event?

    4. How many do you expect this timeWhat date or date range are you looking for?

    5. Are you looking for catering?

    6. First name 

    7. Last name

    8. Email

    9. Phone number

    10. One time event, or will this be recurring, weekly social, monthly, yearly?

    11. Decision makers: Tell us a little about you and relationship to event. (Will you be the primary decision maker? Are there others involved in process, if so who and how many, will they be able to attend walkthrough or zoom call?)

  • You will receive a confirmation the we have received your request after you submit.

    Once a team member approves your room reservation request, you will receive an email with payment link.

    Full payment is required before reservation is secured. If you choose to pay by check or cash, payment must be received and processed at least 72 hours prior to the event to avoid further credit card charges.

    Please allow 7 business days for approval. If you have questions or need assistance please contact admin@stonewallresidences.com or (508) 667 8766

Volunteering

  • Pride Center Galveston does not provide crisis care, mental health, medical or emergency need type services (please call 911)

  • The below information is provided for convenience, check their website for updates to hours/costs and other details. Galveston County Health District - https://www.gchd.org/public-health-services/community-health-services/hiv-std-services/healthy-concepts-clinic

  • Services: Services are confidential and at no time will they be logged under your insurance. Cash and credit are accepted. 

    ALL testing for: HIV - Syphilis* - Chlamydia* - Gonorrhea* - Hepatitis C ($10 visit fee covers)

  • Condoms upon request- sent discreetly to your home, anywhere in the state of Texas. Choose from seven styles.

  • PrEP - HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis services and referrals. Learn more about PrEP services available to you with our Forward PrEP program. 

  • Galveston Location

    Walk-In Hours : Monday 10am-3pm

    Island Community Community Center

    4700 Broadway, Suite F101 

    (409) 938 2253

  • Texas City Location

    Walk-In Hours : Wednesday 8am-5pm

    9850-B Emmett F. Lowry Expy Suite B103

    (409) 978 4203

  • Submit a Reservation Request form and Check Availability! (this is a for a form that gets submitted to me, Matt)

    We know you want fast, accurate answers, we need some basic information from you to expedite the process:

    1. Personal event, family event, work event, social event

    2. Tell us about more about your event

    3. How many people were at your last event?

    4. How many do you expect this timeWhat date or date range are you looking for?

    5. Are you looking for catering?

    6. First name 

    7. Last name

    8. Email

    9. Phone number

    10. One time event, or will this be recurring, weekly social, monthly, yearly?

    11. Decision makers: Tell us a little about you and relationship to event. (Will you be the primary decision maker? Are there others involved in process, if so who and how many, will they be able to attend walkthrough or zoom call?)

  • You will receive a confirmation the we have received your request after you submit.

    Once a team member approves your room reservation request, you will receive an email with payment link.

    Full payment is required before reservation is secured. If you choose to pay by check or cash, payment must be received and processed at least 72 hours prior to the event to avoid further credit card charges.

    Please allow 7 business days for approval. If you have questions or need assistance please contact admin@stonewallresidences.com or (508) 667 8766

1514 39th St, Galveston, TX 77550, USA

Address Office

1514 39th St, Galveston TX 77550

or

1514 Mike Gaido BLVD, Galveston TX 77550

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Mon - Sun

9:00AM - 6:00PM

1514 39th St, Galveston, TX 77550, USA

1514 39th St, Galveston TX 77550

or

1514 Mike Gaido BLVD, Galveston TX 77550

Mon - Sun

9:00AM - 6:00PM