Birds of a Feather

Located on the walls of the former Mental Health and Mental Retardation Authority Building in midown is this piece of urban art by Daniel Anguilu with woodwork assistance by Lindsey George.

History...

IMG_2128, a photo by lc_db on Flickr.

Today SpaceX's Dragon became the first privately funded spacecraft docked with the International Space Station.

This display on the esplanade outside of NASA's headquarters pays homage to all the countries involved in the Space Station's existence.

The Road Less Travelled

IMG_2949, a photo by lc_db on Flickr.

Just another non-typical capture that I like to throw in from time to time. This abandoned warehouse is near Sampson at McKinney Streets in the Second Ward.

Springtime Wreath

IMG_2993, a photo by lc_db on Flickr.

Well... maybe not your typical one, but this arrangement of barbed wire in different stages of aging make for a rather interesting decorating choice.

In Case You Missed It...

IMG_9792, a photo by lc_db on Flickr.

This past weekend was the Art Car Parade. While I was unable to attend this year, here is a capture of the ArtCar Museum. Some refer to it as the Garage Mahal, but this privately owned museum of contemporary art is a year round reminder of the parade eccentricities.

Best part… its revolving exhibits are free.

Get 'Em Here...

IMG_2933, a photo by lc_db on Flickr.

Your tickets that is...

This image is a close-up of the Home Team ticket window in the soon to be razed Robertson Stadium, featured yesterday.

I really dig this.

So much so, I might have to research to see if they would be willing to sell such things before it ends up in a landfill.

Catch a Glimpse Now

IMG_2945, a photo by lc_db on Flickr.

Robertson Stadium, located on the main campus of the University of Houston, is to be eventually demolished, making way for a bigger newer stadium. Originally opened in 1942, not only did the stadium host Cougar football and soccer games, it recently hosted home games for the MSL’s Houston Dynamo (before their new stadium recently opened) and was the original home for the Houston Oilers in the early 1960s prior to the Astrodome’s existence.

Baskets

IMG_2267, a photo by lc_db on Flickr.

Just a quick simple capture of a small piece outside the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft.

I've Got Your Heart...

IMG_3019, a photo by lc_db on Flickr.

Right here!

This rather different statue of Cupid resides in near the Butterfly Garden within the Bayou Bend Gardens.

Bridging the Gap

The pedestrian bridge that leads to Bayou Bend Gardens from the parking lot. An interesting way to start your tour.

Beauty in Decay

Sometimes... my camera eye is drawn to the most unusual things. This abandoned building near Congress Ave. and Bastrop St. is the perfect example.

Shine a Light on Me

Kemah is known more for its boardwalk, marina and small shops, but just a few blocks away is this small lighthouse. No longer in practical use, it still is nice that it is still around.

Another San Jacinto

This replica of the San Jacinto Monument stands in front of what used to originally be San Jacinto High School. It was erected in 1995 to honor the students that attended from 1926 until 1970. Thankfully, the classic revival structure is being refurbished as part of the Houston Community College Central Campus.

Notable alumni from the high school include Dr. Denton Cooley and Walter Cronkite, and at one time had a public speaking instructor that went on to become President of the United States. Lyndon Johnson.

Peggy

Henry MacGregor was involved in Houston businesses for over 50 years. The vice president of the Houston Railroad Company from 1883 to 1903, he also was involved with the Houston Post newspaper, banking and real estate ventures. In 1924 he commissioned Gutzon Borglum to create a statue for a park that he and his wife, Elizabeth were planning.

If you recognize the sculptor’s name, it’s might be because we was also involved with a little project call Mount Rushmore.

While not as large a project, “Peggy” still weighs 28 tons and the bronze and white granite sculpture now proudly resides in MacGregor Park.