The G.O.A.T.

The Case for Scarface as the Greatest Rapper of All Time

Scarface might have been born here, but the city has never defined his music.

04/20/2026 By Elisabeth Carroll Parks

Wider Wallets

The Ultimate Guide to Houston's Free Museums

Here's how to access world-class art, history, science, and more in Houston at no cost.

03/05/2026 By Emma Balter and Meredith Nudo

Sigh

Here We Go Again: Another Historic Theater Faces Potential Demolition

Originally formed to preserve River Oaks Theatre, Arthouse Houston is back in action to repeat its success, this time in support of the Garden Oaks Theater. But why the hell does this keep happening?!

02/25/2026 By Meredith Nudo

In Harmony

Houston’s Oldest Choir Is Still Singing

The Houston Saengerbund blends German choral tradition, community singing, and social rituals in a Heights hall that has anchored the city’s music culture for generations.

02/05/2026 By Meredith Nudo

Never Again

The Holocaust Is Not Just History—Houston Survivors Are Still Telling Their Stories

Over 100 Holocaust survivors still live in the area, and many of them speak out about their experiences every week at the Holocaust Museum Houston.

01/27/2026 By Meredith Nudo

City Humor

Houston Is Funnier Than You Think

A look at how writers, comics, artists, and filmmakers shaped Houston’s sharp, self-aware sense of humor.

12/30/2025 By James Glassman

Ever Wonder Why

Why Isn’t Houston Considered Texas’s Weirdest City?

Houston has art cars, chopped and screwed rap, and Montrose block parties—so why does Austin get the crown?

12/03/2025 By Erica Cheng

What’s in a Name?

"Don’t Call It Asiatown": Why Houstonians Can’t Agree on Chinatown’s Name

On Bellaire Boulevard, a nickname is more complicated than we think.

11/20/2025 By Erica Cheng

Houstorian

How Houston Helped Shape the Legend of Muhammad Ali

From conscientious objector to championship wins, this legendary boxer’s ties to Houston run deep.

11/05/2025 By James Glassman

Arts Legacy

Past to Present: How Houston Built Its Performing Arts Legacy

Before the glitz of the Theater District, Houston’s arts legacy started with dirt-road opera halls and one woman’s bold vision.

09/27/2025 By James Glassman

A Legacy That Lasts

Main Street Theater Celebrates a Half Century in Houston

For five decades, Main Street Theater has nurtured Houston talent, challenged audiences, and built an enduring stage for the city's storytellers.

09/09/2025 By Holly Beretto

20 Years Later

When the Cowbell Rang: How Houston Helped Katrina Survivors Find Family

Houston’s shelters turned chaos into connection, creating a blueprint for disaster relief the federal government couldn’t deliver.

08/29/2025 By Erica Cheng and Brittany Britto Garley

Eat, Drink, Hou

What to Eat, Drink, and Do in Houston This Weekend: August 22

The best new burger, baristas, bats, and Houston’s official birthday party—your weekend starts here.

08/22/2025 By Erica Cheng and Houstonia Staff

Sealed with Honor

Only Six Houstonians Have Been Featured on a US Stamp. Here’s Who Should Be Next.

From Barbara Jordan to Oveta Culp Hobby, these local legends have earned a spot in American postage history, but there are plenty more who deserve the honor.

07/25/2025 By James Glassman

Houstorian

Beyond River Oaks: How Houstonians Watched Movies Before Megaplexes

An historic movie theater can be just as much a work of art as the films shown inside, and the ones still standing are a reminder of our city’s architectural heritage.

06/27/2025 By James Glassman

Houstorian

The Spirit of the Montrose Is Alive(ish) on Lower Westheimer

A look at how the neighborhood’s vibrant artery has evolved over the decades.

05/23/2025 By James Glassman

The Classics

At 90 Years, Pizzitola’s BBQ Has Embraced a New Chapter

The restaurant remains a staple in Houston, and is now leaning into its heritage with new ownership.

05/13/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Out and Proud

Listening to Hope and History with KPFT’s Queer Voices

The program has chronicled the past and present of Houston’s LGBTQ+ community for five decades, and it’s gearing up to be a critical element of the future.

05/13/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Houstorian

Houston Astros Colors Tell the Story of the City Over the Decades

Astros critics hate to see us coming in our bright orange caps.

04/25/2025 By James Glassman

Trailblazer

Pioneering Chinese American Artist Gets Long-Overdue Retrospective

Hung Hsien studied under the last court painter in China and made abstract expressionism her own. Asia Society Texas is here to tell you what makes her groundbreaking.

04/23/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Houstonia Magazine

Houston History

The Case for Scarface as the Greatest Rapper of All Time

The Ultimate Guide to Houston's Free Museums

Here We Go Again: Another Historic Theater Faces Potential Demolition

Houston’s Oldest Choir Is Still Singing

The Holocaust Is Not Just History—Houston Survivors Are Still Telling Their Stories

Houston Is Funnier Than You Think

Why Isn’t Houston Considered Texas’s Weirdest City?

"Don’t Call It Asiatown": Why Houstonians Can’t Agree on Chinatown’s Name

How Houston Helped Shape the Legend of Muhammad Ali

Past to Present: How Houston Built Its Performing Arts Legacy

Main Street Theater Celebrates a Half Century in Houston

When the Cowbell Rang: How Houston Helped Katrina Survivors Find Family

What to Eat, Drink, and Do in Houston This Weekend: August 22

Only Six Houstonians Have Been Featured on a US Stamp. Here’s Who Should Be Next.

Beyond River Oaks: How Houstonians Watched Movies Before Megaplexes

The Spirit of the Montrose Is Alive(ish) on Lower Westheimer

At 90 Years, Pizzitola’s BBQ Has Embraced a New Chapter

Listening to Hope and History with KPFT’s Queer Voices

Houston Astros Colors Tell the Story of the City Over the Decades

Pioneering Chinese American Artist Gets Long-Overdue Retrospective