Happy Birthday

What We (and You) Want in the Astrodome

In honor of the 60th anniversary of the landmark’s opening, we compiled our ultimate wishlist for potential redevelopment.

Guardians of History

Meet the Houstonians Preserving the Past to Serve the Future

Multiple local groups are protecting historic landmarks despite the city’s penchant to tear down the old and build the new.

08/26/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

Houstorian

Over a century, the tony street went from oil tycoon mansions to gas stations—and live oaks, of course.

Photo finish

Move aside, Hurricane Harvey. There's (almost) nothing a paper towel can't fix.

09/06/2017 By Morgan Kinney

Historic Houston

Walk the historic halls of Houston's top preserved properties.

FINALLY

No significant alterations can be made—including demolition—without permission from the state.

Lecture

From coral reefs to the Arctic Ocean, dive deep into unknown territories with National Geographic photographers visiting Houston.

01/09/2017 By Kyndall Krist