Houston Hispanic Icons Honored in Midtown Houston Public Art
Houston continues to be lauded as one of the most diverse cities in the country. As such, we proudly celebrate the rich, diverse cultures that make our city so special year-round. This month and next, we’re spotlighting Houstonians of Latin descent for National Hispanic Heritage Month. In honoring this month, we want to start by […]
Part 6 – Affordable Housing in Houston’s Greater Third Ward
Vanessa Hodder describes owning her own home in Houston’s inner city as a dream come true. It’s a place where she feels safe and secure. In Part 6 of our series about the affordable housing program offered by the Midtown Redevelopment Authority and the Center for Civic and Public Policy Improvement, Vanessa explains how the […]
Shop Handmade Holiday Gifts From 16 Local Creators at Midtown Houston’s Mistletoe Market
An outdoor NYC-style holiday market extravaganza complete with colorful decor, handmade holiday gifts, and treats for the whole family is on the way. This December, Midtown Houston residents and visitors can enjoy a curated selection of holiday-themed vendors, artisans, and performers at the annual Mistletoe Market. Sixteen local creators will display their unique gifts amidst […]
Small Business Saturday Spotlight: All the Feels Shop in Midtown Houston
Every year since 1963, National Small Business Week has recognized the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners. We know that small businesses need our support now more than ever as they navigate, retool, and pivot from the effects of the pandemic. One local shop in Midtown Houston shared their story of opening […]
Getting Around with Ease in Midtown Houston: Updates on the Caroline Street Reconstruction Project
(Caroline Street Reconstruction Project in Progress) Imagine a roadway designed for the safety and convenience of pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists alike. Then add in some beautiful aesthetics. What you’ll wind up with is the new Caroline Street. The roadway heavily used by people traveling to Houston Community College by foot, bicycle, or car is getting […]
Part 3: Affordable Housing in Houston’s Greater Third Ward
The path to homeownership is different for everyone. In Part 3 of our video series on the unique affordable housing program being coordinated by the Midtown Redevelopment Authority and the Center for Civic and Public Policy Improvement, we hear from a former prison inmate who turned his life around and became a proud homeowner in […]
Celebrate These Hispanic-Owned Businesses in Midtown Houston Year-Round
(photo via Gloria’s on Facebook) As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to an end, we want to remind you to celebrate minority-owned businesses year-round. Midtown Houston has a number of exceptional restaurants, retail stores, and professional services owned and operated by Hispanic individuals. We want to draw your attention to these hidden gems and local favorites. […]
Safer Commuting and Stunning Surroundings Headed to Caroline Street in Midtown Houston
(rendering by Design Workshop) Caroline Street in Midtown Houston provides connectivity for pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists traveling between the Central Business District and Houston Community College- Central Campus. With this in mind, the Midtown Redevelopment Authority (MRA) designed the Caroline Street Reconstruction Project to create a vibrant corridor that balances the needs of transportation, […]
Part 1: Affordable Housing in Houston’s Greater Third Ward
Empty lots are being turned into affordable housing in Houston’s Greater Third Ward area. In part one of our video series on this unique program being coordinated by the Midtown Redevelopment Authority and the Center for Civic and Public Policy Improvement, we take a look at how the program got started. Midtown Redevelopment Authority: midtownhouston.com/affordable-housing […]
Midtown Redefines How Affordable Housing Needs are Met
(photo by Cole Klein Builders) Midtown Redevelopment Authority (MRA) and the Center for Civic and Public Policy Improvement (CCPPI) are setting a new standard in Houston for economic, community and housing development with their 100 Homes Initiative in the OST/South Union Center neighborhood. For years, the approach to affordable housing has been to scatter homes […]
Support Local Businesses While Honoring Our History
Rossonian Cleaners (1928) / photo by David Bush Midtown Houston has a strong cultural heritage that is kept alive by the people who now call it home and the historic sites that continue to thrive. One of these is the Rossonian Cleaners building on Almeda Road, a beautiful and historic location. You can support this […]
Get Outdoors: Midtown Houston Park Events Return for the Fall Season
Park events have returned with in-person and virtual options at Bagby Park (415 Gray St.), Midtown Park (2811 Travis St.), Elizabeth Baldwin Park (1701 Elgin St.), and Elizabeth Glover Park (3104 Austin St.) in Midtown Houston. Park programs which had transitioned into virtual programs only last year are now gearing up for hybrid events […]