The Laffite Society is a lively group of both history buffs and serious scholars dedicated to the study of the privateers Jean and Pierre Laffite and their contemporaries, along with the geographical locales and almost every topic you can think of associated with their life and times. Established in Galveston, Texas in August, 1994, the group has a wide-spread focus ranging far beyond its island origins. Members come from all walks of life and all over the United States, welcoming international participation as well. Regular meetings include guest speakers expert in their fields along with plenty of active discussion, and there are special events such as field trips and museum visits. Original research is encouraged, and members are invited to dig deeply into topics that intrigue them. Join us in our quest for the real “treasure” – discovering and sharing everything there is to know about the Laffites and their world!

Meetings

The Laffite Society meets five times a year, on the second Tuesday of February, April, June, August and October. Meetings are held in the Fellowship Hall at Moody Methodist Church, 2803 53rd St., Galveston. Please enter on Avenue U. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and the meeting is called to order at 6 p.m. Potluck food and non-alcoholic drinks are welcome but not required. Each meeting’s agenda is announced on our Facebook group, The Laffite Society of Galveston.

In December, the Laffite Society shares a holiday party with the C.E. Hawkins Squadron of the Texas Navy and other local history groups. The date and location will be announced.

The Texas Navy meets on odd numbered months (on the third Thursday), so if you wish to attend a bimonthly meeting to learn about Galveston, Texas, and Louisiana history, we hope you will participate in both groups.

You can follow our activities and discussions on our Facebook page (The Laffite Society) or our Facebook group (The Laffite Society of Galveston). If you are interested in full participation, please Join our Society in order to be included in our Members only email list.

Documentation suggests that on this site, Laffite built his home, Maison Rouge (Red House), located at 1417 Harborside, Galveston, Texas

Cindy Vallar

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The Laffite Society is a lively group of both history buffs and serious scholars dedicated to the study of the privateers Jean and Pierre Laffite and their contemporaries, along with the geographical locales and almost every topic you can think of associated with their life and times. Established in Galveston, Texas in August, 1994, the group has a wide-spread focus ranging far beyond its island origins.

Members come from all walks of life and all over the United States, welcoming international participation as well. Regular meetings include guest speakers expert in their fields along with plenty of active discussion, and there are special events such as field trips and museum visits. Original research is encouraged, and members are invited to dig deeply into topics that intrigue them. Join us in our quest for the real “treasure” – discovering and sharing everything there is to know about the Laffites and their world!

The Laffite Society meets on the second Tuesday of February, April, June, August and October. Meetings are held at Moody Methodist Church, 2803 53rd St., Galveston. You can follow our activities and discussions on our Facebook page (The Laffite Society) or our Facebook group (The Laffite Society of Galveston). If you are interested in full participation, please Join our Society in order to be included in our Members Only email list.

Documentation suggests that on this site, Laffite built his home, Maison Rouge (Red House), located at 1417 Harborside, Galveston, Texas