Emancipation Park, Houston

Name: Emancipation Park
Address: 3018 Emancipation Avenue, Houston, United States

#100 among attractions in Houston

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Emancipation Park and Emancipation Community Center are located at 3018 Emancipation Ave in the Third Ward area of Houston. It is the oldest park in Houston, and the oldest in Texas. In portions of the Jim Crow period it was the sole public park in the area available to African-Americans. ()

Elevation: 43 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 29°44'9"N, 95°21'55"W

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3018 Emancipation AvenueSouth Central Houston (Greater Third Ward)Houston United States

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Emancipation Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Warehouse Live, John C. Freeman Weather Museum, Discovery Green, Toyota Center.

1.3 miNE
Nightlife, Dancing
Warehouse Live, Houston
33 min walk • Warehouse Live is a vibrant live music venue nestled in the heart of Houston, United States. This bustling entertainment hub, located at 813 Saint Emanuel Street, has become a staple in the Houston music scene since its opening in 2006.
1.3 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum, Natural history museum
John C. Freeman Weather Museum, Houston
34 min walk • The John C. Freeman Weather Museum in Houston, Texas, is a unique institution dedicated to the fascinating world of meteorology. Established to educate the public about the science of weather and climate, the museum offers a variety of interactive exhibits...
1.2 miN
Park, Playground, Entertainment
Discovery Green, Houston
32 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Houston, Discovery Green stands as a verdant oasis amidst the bustling cityscape. This 12-acre park, opened in 2008, is more than just a patch of green; it's a vibrant hub of outdoor activities, cultural events, and community gatherings that...
1 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Toyota Center, Houston
27 min walk • Nestled in the heart of downtown Houston, the Toyota Center stands as a premier sports and entertainment venue in the United States. Opened in October 2003, this state-of-the-art arena is home to the Houston Rockets, the city's cherished NBA team, and has become a...
1 miN
Church, Architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, Houston
26 min walk • The Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart is a prominent spiritual landmark nestled in the heart of Houston, Texas. This magnificent church serves as a co-cathedral for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston and stands as a testament to the vibrant faith...
1 miNW
Museum, Specialty museum
Houston Fire Museum, Houston
26 min walk • The Houston Fire Museum, also known as the Fire Museum of Houston, is located in the Midtown District of Houston, Texas. The museum contains interactive exhibits and displays featuring antique and modern firefighting paraphernalia.
~1540 ftS
Cycling, Bike rental
Project Row Houses, Houston
8 min walk • Project Row Houses is a development in the Third Ward area of Houston, Texas. Project Row Houses includes a group of shotgun houses restored in the 1990s. Eight houses serve as studios for visiting artists. Those houses are art studios for art related to African-American themes. A row behind the art studio houses single mothers.
1.2 miN
Convention center
George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston
31 min walk • The George R. Brown Convention Center, opened on September 26, 1987, is located on the east side of Downtown Houston, Texas, United States.
~1980 ftNW
Monuments and statues
Charlotte Allen Fountain, Houston
10 min walk • The Charlotte Allen Fountain is a 1912 limestone fountain by an unknown artist, installed in Elizabeth Baldwin Park, Houston, in the U.S. state of Texas.
1 miN
Tunnel
Houston tunnel system, Houston
26 min walk • The Houston tunnel system is a network of subterranean, climate-controlled, pedestrian walkways that links 95 full city blocks 20 feet below Houston's downtown streets. It is approximately six miles long. There are similar systems in Chicago, Dallas, Oklahoma City, Montreal, and Toronto.
1.3 miW
29°43'44"N • 95°23'6"W
Czech Center Museum Houston, Houston
33 min walk • Specialty museum, Museum, Art museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Emancipation Park?

Nearby attractions include Charlotte Allen Fountain, Houston (10 min walk), Third Ward, Houston (14 min walk), Congregation Beth Israel, Houston (16 min walk), Station Museum of Contemporary Art, Houston (16 min walk).

How to get to Emancipation Park by public transport?

The nearest stations to Emancipation Park:

Light rail

McGowen • Lines: Red (22 min walk)
Ensemble/HCC • Lines: Red (22 min walk)

Bus

Greyhound Bus Lines (24 min walk)
Downtown Transit Center (27 min walk)