Houston Southeast

🎨 CALLING ALL HOUSTON ARTISTS! 🎨

Ready to leave your mark on a historic Houston landmark? Houston Southeast is officially accepting proposals for the MacGregor Park Public Art RFP!

We are looking for incredible artist or artist teams to transform the Homer Tennis Center Entry and the Basketball Pavilion Wall.

Here are the fast facts:
💰 Budget: Up to $230,000
📍 Who: Houston-based artists and artist teams are highly encouraged to apply!
⏰ Deadline: July 28, 2026, at 7:00 PM CST

This is your chance to bring vibrant, public art to the heart of our community. Tap the link below to review the full details and submit your proposal!

🔗 Apply here: HoustonSE.org/RFP
📧 Questions? Contact [email protected]

📄💻 Time for some summer cleaning! Drive-Thru Shred Day is happening TOMORROW!

Clear out those old files and outdated devices safely and securely. Join Houston Southeast and Houston City Council District D's Carolyn Evans-Shabazz for a free drive-thru shredding and small electronics recycling event.

🗓 When: Tomorrow, July 11, 2026 | 9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. 📍 Where: Holman Street Baptist Church (3501 Holman Street, Houston, TX 77004) ⏱ Details: First come, first served!

⚠️ Important Event Rules:

Items allowed: Paper and small electronics only.
Preparation: Please remove all paper clips and binder clips from your documents before arriving.
Shredding services are provided by Texas Security Shredding.

📲 Need more info? Send a text to 832-549-3190!

🎨 Looking for the finest collection of African art in Texas? Look no further than The Gite Gallery in Houston’s historic Third Ward!

Founded by former television journalist Lloyd Gite, this beautiful 1943 two-story home is packed with stunning contemporary and traditional sub-Saharan paintings, sculptures, tribal masks, and textiles. It’s so legendary that it’s a favorite stop for collectors and celebrities alike—including Beyoncé!

✨ Pro-Tip: Stop by every first Friday of the month for champagne, light bites, and a chance to experience the art. They also offer custom framing and design services to help bring your new pieces to life!

📍 2024 Alabama St., Houston, TX 🚗 Note: The Alabama St. bridge is closed due to I-45 construction, so check your route and use Emancipation or Elgin to get there!

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