Discover the World in Multicultural Houston
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Morning
"The Neighborhoods Alive: Houston's Multicultural Tour"
On select departure dates, this tour showcases the rich international traditions of the city including visits to area landmarks. Hear about the diverse people and places, which abound throughout Houston's history. A truly authentic and culturally enriching experience awaits you. The tour departs from the Visitor Center located in downtown Houston. Call 1-800-4-HOUSTON to book your trip.Antioch Missionary Baptist Church
Oldest Black Baptist Church in Houston and an important African-American historical landmark. Antioch was founded just months after the end of the Civil War by newly emancipated slaves. The site was purchased in 1873. The church is located at 500 Clay in downtown Houston. For information regarding worship and study times, call 713-652-0738.Tien Hou Temple
This lovely setting features elaborately carved dragon columns, alters and symbols of Buddhist, Taoist and other Eastern ideologies. The Tien Hou Temple is in the heart of Chinatown, just north of downtown Houston at 1507 Delano. For more information, call 713-236-1015.Afternoon
The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum
This museum salutes African-American Military history from the Revolutionary War to modern times, and features a collection almost unparalleled worldwide. For more details, call (713) 942-8920 or visit www.buffalosoldiermuseum.com.Shrine of the Black Madonna™ Cultural Center & Bookstore
Features one of the largest selections of books related to the Black experience, the African Holocaust Exhibit, and a Black Inventor’s display. For details, call 713-645-1071 or click hereProject Row Houses
A highly acclaimed art and cultural community center. A model for reclaiming inner-city neighborhoods, this historically relevant site consists of 22 renovated shotgun-style homes and provides the perfect art space for works focusing on African-American issues. For details call 713-526-7662 or visit www.projectrowhouses.org.Multicultural Performances
Miller Outdoor Theater, located in the heart of Hermann Park, is the place to catch free performances and festivals sponsored by some of the city's best-loved multicultural organizations. For details call 713-284-8354 or visit www.houstonparks.org.
MECA - Multicultural Education and Counseling Through the Arts is a performing and visual arts education center established in 1977 to inspire inner-city youth. This dynamic Center offers performances representing cultures from around the World. For details call 713-802-9370 or visit www.meca-houston.org.
The Ensemble Theatre is the oldest and most distinguished professional theater in the southwest devoted to the African-American experience. For information call 713-520-0055.
Talento Bilingüe de Houston - Founded 20 years ago, TBH has evolved into a large cultural arts organization with programs and activities ranging from classes in mariachi instruments, ballet folklorico, photography, and drama to professional theater production and art exhibits. TBH is located at 333 South Jensen. For more information call 713-222-1213.
Anjali Center for Indian Performing Arts - Established in 1975, the center offers expert coaching in East Indian classical and folk dance. The Anjali Center is the largest institution of its kind in the southwestern United States with more than 200 students. The Center is located at 9725 Bissonnet Street. For more information call 713-772-ARTS.
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