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Join Preservation Houston Programs Director Jim Parsons at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 25, for City Unlimited: How Annexation Shaped Houston. This online presentation explores how annexation transformed Houston from a compact nine-square-mile settlement into one of the nation’s largest and most dynamic cities.
Through engaging stories and historical insights, Parsons will uncover the surprising and sometimes contentious history of how Houston grew. You’ll hear about an annexation plan so sweeping it doubled the city’s size overnight, as well as lesser-known decisions that left a lasting mark on Houston’s layout and character. These stories reveal how political maneuvering, legal battles and community responses shaped the Houston we know today, creating a city that’s both vast and uniquely diverse.
Don’t miss this chance to explore the rich history of Houston’s growth and gain a deeper understanding of the forces behind the city’s distinctive identity. Register now to secure your spot for this engaging program.
Event format
This program will be presented via Zoom. Registrants will receive additional information, including a link to join the program, via e-mail.
Registration and pricing
Access to this program is free for Preservation Houston members and $10 for non-members. Advance registration is required. Register online by 2 p.m. Monday, March 24.
Can’t join us live? No problem
We will make a recording of the full program available to all registrants, so you can watch at a time that’s most convenient for you.