Tudor Fieldhouse, Houston
Facts and practical information
Tudor Fieldhouse is multi-purpose arena in Houston, Texas. Previously known as Rice Gymnasium, it was renamed in honor of Rice alum Bobby Tudor, who spearheaded the renovation of the facility with a multimillion-dollar donation. The court is designated "Autry Court" in memory of Mrs. James L. Autry. Her husband James Lockhart Autry was a descendant of Micajah Autry, who was a hero of the Battle of the Alamo. Her daughter, Mrs. Edward W. Kelley, made a generous donation to the gymnasium building fund in honor of her late mother, an ardent supporter of Rice. The arena opened in 1950. It is home to the Rice University Owls men's and women's basketball, and volleyball teams. ()
Inner Loop (University Place)Houston
Tudor Fieldhouse – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Museum of Natural Science, Houston Zoo, McGovern Lake.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Tudor Fieldhouse?
How to get to Tudor Fieldhouse by public transport?
Bus
- Shelter C • Lines: 2211 (4 min walk)
- TMC Transit Center (19 min walk)
Light rail
- Dryden/TMC • Lines: Red (11 min walk)
- Memorial Hermann Hospital/Houston Zoo • Lines: Red (11 min walk)
Train
- Kinder Station (22 min walk)
- M. D. Anderson Station (26 min walk)