Sesquicentennial Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Sesquicentennial Park |
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George H.W. Bush statue in Sesquicentennial Park looking towards the Downtown Houston skyline
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| Type | Municipal |
| Location | 400 Texas Avenue Houston, Texas 77002 |
| Area | 22.5 acres (91,000 m2) |
| Created | August 22, 1989 |
| Operated by | Houston Parks and Recreation Department |
| Status | Open (year-round) |
| Website | http://www.houstontx.gov/sqpark |
Sesquicentennial Park is a cool city park right in the heart of Downtown Houston, Texas. It opened in 1989 next to the Buffalo Bayou river. This 22.5-acre park was created to celebrate a big birthday! It marked 150 years since Houston was founded and since the Republic of Texas began.
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Discover Sesquicentennial Park
Sesquicentennial Park is a special place in Houston. It's not just a park; it's a celebration of history. The word "sesquicentennial" means 150 years! So, this park helps remember important moments from Houston's past.
How the Park Began
Building the park happened in two main parts. The first part, including the entrance and a large area along Buffalo Bayou, finished in August 1989. This section is near the Wortham Theater Center and the Houston Theater District.
The second part of the park was ready in May 1998. The whole project cost $19 million and took 14 years to build! It was a big effort to create this beautiful space for everyone to enjoy.
Amazing Art and Sculptures
The park is also home to some really interesting art. These artworks make the park unique and fun to explore.
The Seven Wonders
One of the coolest things to see is the "Seven Wonders." These are seven tall pillars that glow from the inside! A Houston artist named Mel Chin created them. Each pillar represents something special about Houston's history or culture.
Cool Sculptures to Find
You can also find other neat sculptures in the park. An artist named Dean Ruck, who lives in Houston, made them. Look out for sculptures called "The Big Bubble," "Site Seeing," and "Sounds from the Past." They add a lot of character to the park.
