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Maceos Author Kimber Fountain Debunks Myths During June 27 Talk
Maceo Family Expert to Speak on Myths and Legacy of Galveston's biggest gambling family on June 27 at the Galveston County Museum
Did you know Salvatore and Rosario Maceo had a hand in the Pageant of Pulchritude, the predecessor of the Miss Universe Pageant, in addition to running the famed Balinese Room? Learn the truth about the Maceos during a presentation by Kimber Fountain, author of The Maceos and the Free State of Galveston, An Authorized History, on Thursday, June 27, at the Galveston County Museum, 722 21st Street. Fountain’s free 30-minute talk, sponsored by AMOCO Federal Credit Union, begins at 10 am and dives into the Maceos' influence on Galveston and Las Vegas.
For nearly forty years, the Maceos’ illegal gambling operations drove Galveston’s tourism industry with their glamorous clubs and other businesses. Their vision became a template for Las Vegas and the events they created gave Galveston international exposure. Through exclusive interviews with the Maceo family and historical research, Fountain sheds light on the family's permanent influence on Galveston and Galveston County.
After her presentation, Fountain will sell and sign copies of her book. Visitors are encouraged to tour the museum, which includes Galveston’s only exhibit about the famed Balinese Room and the county’s gambling history. The Museum recently added new artifacts to its gambling history area, including furniture, menus, images, and china from the Balinese Room.
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Kimber Fountain on Unboxing History
Fountain was a recent guest on the Museum’s new monthly podcast, Unboxing History. You can hear her full interview on Episode 5: When Luck was Lady Galveston, Unveiling the City’s Galveston Past, on Pod NOW on i45NOW and everywhere you listen to your podcasts including Apple, Spotify, and the Museum’s YouTube Channel.
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For more information about the Galveston County Museum and its new podcast, visit the museum's website at www.galvestoncountyhistory.org.
About the Galveston County Museum:
The Galveston County Museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich history of Galveston County. The museum provides visitors with a deeper understanding and appreciation of the region's cultural heritage through engaging exhibits, educational programs, and research materials. The Museum is part of the Galveston County Historical Commission and houses its research library. The Museum is inside the courthouse at 722 Moody/21st Street in Galveston. It is free and open to the public on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 to 4. Private tours and the museum’s interactive Padlock Mystery game are available by appointment. Donations are greatly appreciated.