Galveston Island is a symbol of the toughness and resiliency of Gulf Coast residents. Over the centuries, Galvestons people have withstood pirates, the Texas revolution, innumerable storms and hurricanes, including the devastating Hurricane of 1900. Today, the Texans who call this 27-mile-long island home, are some of the friendliest, most welcoming and toughest people that youll meet anywhere. Named in honor of the Texas island, Calcuttas Galveston sunglasses are incomparably hardworking and durable, yet extremely comfortable for everyday wear.