Searching for Culture in Houston

Our move to Texas is still months away but I am cruising the web for places of interest in Houston. I feel like by the time we get there I'll be pretty well schooled in the city's attractions.

One source for unique Houston locations is Hot Town, Cool City. Included is a map ( I *heart* maps), links to the locations, and a trailer to a movie of the same name as the site.

"Houston’s people are not just friendly —they are intimate —the City and its people are intimate, passionate, and diverse. It is the power of these qualities which makes Houston a COOL CITY. The passions of artists, chefs, philanthropists, business owners, and individuals have built a city of hidden gems that are right out in the open. When we read between the lines defined by the freeways we find a treasure map, with those gems waiting to be discovered."

The Aurora Picture Show looks like a great arts movie venue. The preview got me intrigued, and isn't that what the movie is for! Its seems like a big ra-ra-cheerleader lovefest, but that's okay. It's nice to see people enthused about their city and for good reasons.

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Also found, this great picture of Houston at night.

Foggy Lady, originally uploaded by Erci.

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My Houston Google Map
Houston - a photoset on Flickr
Flickr: Photos tagged with nationalmuseumoffuneralhistory