Sea turtles have become Galveston icons—from painted sculptures on sidewalks to real-life hatchlings emerging under moonlight. But beyond the art and admiration lies a fragile fight for survival, one that calls on all of us to protect the coast they depend on.
In Part 1 of our exclusive six-part series, The 1839 founder David Landriault sits down with Mayor Craig Brown for an unfiltered conversation about Galveston’s next decade. From bold economic growth and cultural diversity to the harsh realities of flooding and infrastructure costs, Mayor Brown offers both hope and hard truths. This is not just a plan—it’s a call to action for every resident who believes in Galveston’s future.
