Applications Now Open for the 2025 MidtownHOU Arts Micro Grants: Empowering Cultural Artistry in Midtown
Midtown Houston has long been a beacon of creativity, where artistic and cultural expression thrives. We are excited to announce the return of the 2025 MidtownHOU Arts Micro Grants, a program dedicated to empowering artists and arts organizations to celebrate and share our community’s rich cultural tapestry. Guided by this year’s theme, “Cultural Kaleidoscope,” we’re […]
Giving Tuesday: 11 Nonprofits Transforming Midtown Houston
As we welcome the holiday season, the spirit of giving offers an opportunity to uplift our community and support causes that inspire change. This Giving Tuesday, take a moment to make a meaningful impact by donating to nonprofits rooted in Midtown Houston. These organizations are dedicated to enriching our city through art, cultural preservation, and […]
Lighting Up Midtown: Our Commitment to a Safer Community
Public safety has always been at the forefront of our priorities in Midtown Houston and this year we’ve made new enhancements to help keep the neighborhood safer.
Shop Local in Midtown Houston: A Small Business Saturday Guide
(Featured Photo courtesy of All the Feels on Facebook) This Small Business Saturday (November 30), turn your everyday errands into an opportunity to support the vibrant local businesses that make Midtown Houston unique. From coffee stops to pet care, grooming, and gift shopping, Midtown offers everything you need to run your errands while also shopping […]
Construction Surge Highlights Success of Midtown’s Affordable Housing Program
As the Houston housing market evolves, the Midtown Redevelopment Authority (MRA) and the Center for Civic and Public Policy Improvement (CCPPI) are at the forefront of ensuring affordable housing remains accessible in Southeast Houston’s Greater Third Ward and OST/South Union neighborhoods. Through the Southeast Houston Affordable Housing Initiative, they are not only building homes but […]
Sip, See, and Spend Your Summer Days in Midtown Houston
As the summer heat sweeps across the city, Midtown Houston offers the perfect oasis for those looking to enjoy refreshing drinks, vibrant views, and a lively atmosphere. Nestled between Downtown Houston and the Museum District, Midtown boasts an array of spots to grab an iced coffee, savor a fresh mocktail, or indulge in a summer […]
Bagby Park: A Fresh Take on a Midtown Favorite
Nestled in the heart of Midtown Houston, Bagby Park has always been a beloved spot for residents and visitors alike. The recent renovations, spearheaded by the Midtown Redevelopment Authority (MRA), revitalized this green oasis, making it an even more dynamic and welcoming space for the community. The MRA’s designed the park enhancements to better serve […]
Enhancing Midtown with Public Art
If you have strolled or driven along Elgin Street recently, you might have noticed something new and vibrant adorning the planter urns in front of Glover Park (3104 Austin St, Houston, TX 77004) and along the street. What began as a simple idea from the Midtown Redevelopment Authority (MRA) has blossomed into a collaborative project […]
Collaboration and community drive the transformative Brazos Street Bridge project
The Midtown Redevelopment Authority (MRA) completed work on $150,000 of landscaping improvements adjacent to the Brazos Street Bridge, which faces Bagby Street at the end of Spur 527.
Working in Midtown: Be a part of Houston’s Walkable, Foodie Neighborhood
Across the U.S., workers continue to return to full office and hybrid office/work-from-home environments. Centrally located between Downtown Houston and the Museum District, Midtown Houston has seen the impacts of the back-to-the-office movement this year as well. For those returning to the office in Midtown, the area offers a walkable neighborhood featuring more than 50 […]
Honoring Reverend Lawson’s Legacy on Affordable Housing
Reverend William A. Lawson was a beacon of hope, justice, and equality. His legacy spans civil rights activism, community empowerment, and profound spiritual leadership. As a trailblazer who stood alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Reverend Lawson’s impact on the socio-political landscape of Houston and the nation is immeasurable. His tireless efforts in fostering economic […]
Midtown Houston’s New Public Art Installation Honors the Grandmother of Juneteenth
In celebration of the 2024 Juneteenth holiday, local artist, James E! Walker’s artwork is now featured on the famous Midtown Houston sign at Bagby Park located at 415 Gray St, Houston, TX 77002. The installation, titled “Dear Grandma,” is an homage to Ms. Opal Lee, the “Grandmother of Juneteenth,” who spearheaded the freedom walk leading […]