Historic Third Ward
Houston’s history lives in the Historic Third Ward. Historic Third Ward is the oldest of the District’s neighborhoods and encompasses the largest concentration of African- Americans in the area. It has emerged as a bustling area for land development, major commercial corridors, thriving small businesses and many warehouse and manufacturing enterprises. On top of all that, it is also where singing superstar Beyoncé grew up
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Nov 20
The Texas Department of Transportation Announces the Opening of Southmore Bridge
On Tuesday, November 10, 2020, The Texas Department of Transportation (Drive 288) posted, “We’re excited to announce the opening of Southmore bridge. TODAY! Commuters will…
Sep 30
‘Say Their Names’ Traveling Memorial Arrives at Emancipation Park: Open to Public
IMAGE: COURTESY EMANCIPATION PARK CONSERVANCY An exhibit that honors Black lives lost to racial injustice is on display for two weeks…
