UNDER the leadership of Mayor Sylvester Turner, the core of Houston's government is located in Downtown Civic Center.  City Hall moved from Market Square to their new location in 1939. A reflection pool in Hermann Square faces the entrance to City Hall and is home to many events and festivals. Houston Public Library's Central Library is located next door which includes the historic Julia Ideson wing, home to the well-known Texas Room. You will also find Houston’s only outdoor museum, curated by the Heritage Society, which includes nine historic structures dating from 1823 to 1905.

Sights + Attractions

Central Library

The Central Library has just completed an amazing transformation with a new kids/teens section, Inversion Coffee Cafe and programming galore-- from book clubs duing lunch hour to toddlers time to ...
Parks

Sam Houston Park

In 1900, Mayor Sam Brashier purchased the Kellem-Noble land and house on the edge of town and created the city’s first park. The 19-acre Sam Houston Park has been the ...
Tours

Segway Tours of Houston

Segway Tours of Houston is a fun way get to know our city. Like the rest of Texas, downtown Houston is a pretty big place to walk around. There are a lot ...

Central Library

The Central Library has just completed an amazing transformation with a new kids/teens section, Inversion Coffee Cafe and programming galore-- from book clubs duing lunch hour to toddlers time to wii competitions.   
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We Are Downtown

Summer in the City

Summer is synonymous with music festivals and outdoor activities, and Downtown is officially open for business (aka fun). With vaccines increasing and restrictions decreasing, it’s time to slather on the ...
Just Look Around

Houston’s Museum District has some of the greatest collections of art in the country. Walk the streets of Downtown, however, and you’ll also be surrounded by art. From sculptures on ...
FALL Into Downtown Events

It’s the time we’ve all be waiting for – Fall is here! And with cooler weather, comes even cooler events and activities to explore. GET ENERGIZED  Let the stadium energy ...
Cool Off Downtown

Where to find sweet, cold treats in Downtown Houston The sweltering, sticky days of summer have officially arrived. If we’re sure about anything, it’s that the temperature isn’t dropping any ...
Holiday Treasure Hunting

McCoy’s Fine Cigars | 900 Capitol  A Downtown staple since 1993, you’ll find a variety of cigars and accessories such as Arturo Fuente, Oliva, Montecristo and much more. What we ...
Winter Wanderland on Bagby

With Winter Wanderland on Bagby Street, you're invited to stroll through 100,000+ lights and discover the best and jolliest the season has to offer, right in your very own Downtown. ...
Hop Downtown this Easter!

Easter is one of the most popular brunch days of the year. This particular #SundayFunday is about coming together with family and friends, dressing up and treating yourself to fancy ...
Looking Ahead

It’s a homecoming of sorts. When Loren J. Blanchard took over as president of the University of Houston Downtown in March, he wasn’t exactly a stranger to Houston. Throughout his ...
Dine Downtown: Patio Season

The sun is shining; birds are chirping — you know what that means? Time to hit the patios! One of the best perks of living in a subtropical climate is ...
Here Comes Santa Claus

Santa at the Green Mountain Energy Ice December 9, 16 & 23 | 7:00-8:00PM Visit Discovery Green every Thursday to glide with Mr. Claus. Find Santa on the ice and ...
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Art, Exhibits, Theater
Sun Jan. 23 2022

Alley Theatre Exhibit

Heritage Society Museum

Over the course of its first 75 years, the Alley Theatre has grown, struggled, persevered, and triumphed. At times stretching its capabilities, it has always exceeded expectations. From its humble ...
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