HOUSTON
THEATER DISTRICT OUTDOOR VENUES
Bush Monument | Fish Plaza | Jones
Plaza | Sabine to Bagby Promenade
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As its name suggests, Sesquicentennial Park was developed along the banks of Buffalo Bayou as a commemoration of Houston's and Texas' 150th birthday. The 10.4-acre site flanks the bayou as it meanders past Wortham Theater Center. Built in two phases, the 2.2-acre grand entrance to the multi-level park was completed in August 1989. This area includes a fountain and a stairway to the park's promenade, which runs along the western edge of the Wortham property on the bayou's east bank. The 8.2-acre second phase was completed in May 1998, culminating a $19 million public-private project requiring 14 years. The high point of the project - literally - is the collection of seven 70-foot stainless steel pillars that line the eastern bank. Another prominent feature of the park is The Common, a gently sloping, 1.25-acre semi-circular lawn that serves as a staging area for outdoor events. Sesquicentennial Park is a unique venue for outdoor activities of all kinds. Water-based events, such as the Buffalo Bayou Regatta, and anything suited to a gathering of persons wearing T-shirts and comfortable shoes is ideal. Tented events on Commons also work well along the bayou, as do concerts. Debra Ramon / Booking Supervisor / Phone: 713.237.1439 Theater District Parking Map
RATES RATES Note: Due to heavy parking volume during customary business hours, available parking capacity for weekday matinee events is extremely limited. Please make alternate plans in such instances. Customer Service Detailed Map
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