According to the Houston Chronicle, Harris County Commissioners Court was briefed earlier this week on a $66 million proposal to demolish the Astrodome and replace the stadium with green space. The plan was put forward by the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and the Houston Texans football team. It is not clear how much the proposed demolition would cost county taxpayers or how much the Rodeo and Texans would contribute to the project. Click here to view the 37-page proposal.
Shop modern and support PH's next generation
Home Identity, a newcomer to the Houston home furnishings scene, will benefit Preservation Houston and Pier & Beam, its next-generation affinity group, when it makes its local debut Thursday evening, June 26.
Fretz to receive Mayor’s Historic Preservationist of the Year Award
Mayor Annise Parker has selected long-time Preservation Houston member and supporter Bob Fretz Jr. to receive the Mayor’s Historic Preservationist of the Year Award. The public is invited to attend the award presentation at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 17, during City Council’s Public Session at City Hall, 901 Bagby.
Join us at the 2014 Historic Preservation Fair
Whether you own a historic property, live in a historic neighborhood or are simply a fan of Houston's historic architecture, you'll find fascinating information and discussion at the City of Houston Planning & Development Department's 2014 Historic Preservation Fair this Saturday, June 7, at the Houston Permitting Center.