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Sign up today for online programs featuring '111 Places', Jesse Jones
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Registration is still open for two exciting online programs Preservation Houston is offering in early March: one giving a new look at familiar landmarks with the authors of 111 Places in Houston That You Must Not Miss and the other examining the extraordinary legacy of Houston businessman and public servant Jesse H. Jones.
Advance registration is required for both programs; admission to each is free for Preservation Houston and Pier & Beam members and $10 for non-members. Scroll down to learn more and to sign up.
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Tuesday, March 2: A new look at Houston landmarks with the authors of '111 Places'
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Learn the stories behind some favorite Houston sites (and discover some new favorites) as authors Dana DuTerroil and Joni Fincham discuss their new book 111 Places in Houston That You Must Not Miss at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 2.
Each chapter in the book highlights a different local treasure, ranging from stately buildings like the 1910 Harris County Courthouse to heritage businesses including Spanish Village restaurant. The authors also explore the stories behind some overlooked reminders of local history, such as the bell recovered from the sunken Navy cruiser U.S.S. Houston, now displayed at Sam Houston Park. In their illustrated talk, DuTerroil and Fincham will discuss how they chose sites for the guide and will share some of the fascinating stories they uncovered.
Format, registration and pricing
This program will be presented via Zoom. Advance registration (free for PH/Pier & Beam members, $10 for non-members) is required; click here to sign up by March 1.
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Saturday, March 6: Explore the life and legacy of businessman, builder and statesman Jesse Jones
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This program was rescheduled from February 16. If you already signed up for the February date, there is no need to re-register.
Join award-winning author Steven Fenberg at 4 p.m. Saturday, March 6, for a discussion about Jesse H. Jones, the man often called "Mr. Houston." Jones was Houston's preeminent developer in the first half of the 20th century and played pivotal roles in bringing the United States through the Great Depression and preparing the nation for World War II.
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After moving to Houston in 1898, at age 24, Jones became one of the city's most active civic leaders. He championed construction of the Ship Channel, nurtured the performing arts and built homes, hotels, theaters and skyscrapers. In public service, Jones chaired the federal Reconstruction Finance Corporation, the infrastructure bank that saved capitalism during the Great Depression and militarized industry in time to win World War II. In his talk, Fenberg will cover Jones' life story, his remarkable achievements and how his commitment to civic engagement and good government can still be models for us today.
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Format, registration and pricing
This program will be presented via Zoom. Advance registration (free for PH/Pier & Beam members, $10 for non-members) is required; click here to sign up by March 5.
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Can't join us live? No problem
We make recordings of our programs available to everyone who registers for them. So, even if you aren't able to join us live, you'll be able to watch the recording at your convenience.
These events are presented as part of the Bart Truxillo Program Series, which honors the memory of pioneer preservationist and Preservation Houston co-founder Bart Truxillo. The Truxillo Program Series is made possible by the generous contributions of Preservation Houston's members and friends. If you would like to support future programming, please consider adding a donation to your registration or becoming a PH member.
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