The vision of philanthropists, John and Dominique de Menil, The Rothko Chapel is a block away from the extraordinary art museum, The Menil Collection. The abstract expressionist Mark Rothko created 14 immense paintings for the sacred space, and the meditative aura that resulted is the true definition of tranquility. Renowned architect, Phillip Johnson, along with Houston's own Howard Barnstone and Eugene Aubrey designed the octagonal brick structure that overlooks Barnett Newman's sculptural tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Free to all and open to people of all beliefs, the independent site made it to the official National Register of Historic Places.
In 1839, this Methodist congregation met in the Senate Chamber of the Capital of the Republic of Texas. By 1844, when the "Little Red Brick Church" was built, there were 68 members out of a Houston population of 2,000. By 1910, after moving to two other buildings, Sanguine and Staats designed the gothic Akron-Style church, which is in use today. The church contains ten stained glass windows, nine of which survived the fire of 1983. There is also a splendid Swedish chandelier with 1,001 prisms plus the Acolian Skinner pipe organ has 118 ranks.
Dating from 1843, this is the oldest Episcopal parish church in Houston. Silas Mcbee's gothic-styled church, built in 1893, has outstanding brickwork and sandstone-topped parapets. The vast nave of dark-stained wood creates a commanding interior. The stained-glass window, called Caritas, was installed by Tiffany Studios and can be viewed on the side of the nave closest to Fannin Street. William Ward Watkin was the architect for the Golding Memorial Chapel that was added in 1939. The iron fence and palm trees in the area provide a lovely Victorian-influenced space for relaxing conversation.
Lakewood Church has helped millions of people in over 150 countries come closer to Jesus Christ through its Christian outreach center. It's no wonder that this evangelical megachurch in Houston has the highest attendance in the country. The building seats a whopping 16,800 visitors. Ongoing events and programs organized by the many ministries offer many opportunities to learn and participate in the church's work. Lakewood holds services on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays with a Spanish service in the afternoon.
This graceful stone church with its bell tower looks as elegant as many European cathedrals. Built in the early part of the 1900s in the Stone Gothic style, it is one of the most visited landmarks in the beautiful area surrounding Hermann Park. The church is very active and welcoming with day care provided for both Sunday morning services.
Sugar Land Ice & Sports Center is a popular ice skating ring, located on Lexington Boulevard in Sugar Land, Texas. This ice ring is also a multi-purpose sports arena and is used for a variety of different sporting activities, including ice hockey, figure skating, public skating and beginner's level ice-skating classes. The arena also organizes round-the-year youth as well as adult hockey leagues with the mission to identify, nurture and develop future hockey stars. Other state-of-the-art facilities on offer at this ice arena include twin ice rinks, clinics, personal locker rooms, a bar & grill that serves up delicious food to visitors.
Bible Days Revival Church on Quitman Street was founded by Apostle E.W. Wilcots. The main aim of the Church community is to spread the word of Christ through the Holy Bible. Regular worship services help foster faith and strengthen belief in God. Besides worship, the church also holds Sunday school and worship to teach the young the importance of the Word.
Alabama Song is an art gallery that experiments with fine art work. Additionally, the gallery also hosts events for community, like poetry reading, song release and different art shows happen here. The center has art workshops and also serves as a platform to explore artistry.
A popular art space in Houston, PEVETO immerses you into the world of art. This sizable art gallery specializes in modern art and is home to a vast collection of paintings, sculpture and other intriguing installations, by some of the city's most renowned artists. The gallery also provides a platform for young artists, with a portion dedicated to exhibiting the work of budding local artists. Regular, temporary exhibits are also organised on site, wherein various topics are discussed and displayed through fascinating, artistic installations.
Moss-covered angels and stately weeping cypress trees make this 150 year-old cemetery reminiscent of the Old South. It covers 65 pastoral acres and features dramatic views of Buffalo Bayou and the skyscrapers of downtown. Be sure and pay your respects to Howard Hughes when you visit. This son of Houston is buried near the ornate caretaker's cottage.
Al-Noor Mosque located on the 6443 Prestwood Drive is more than just a place of worship. It aims to unite and take the feeling of brotherhood a step further. Special Sunday classes are organized for the youth. It organizes lectures and seminars and also celebrations of the Muslim festivals.
Almeda Masjid located on the Almeda Road is a place for Muslim worship and other services. The Muslim community prays and celebrates festivals here. Spreading awareness about Islam and principles established by Prophet Muhammed is the main objective of the Masjid.