Emancipation Park, for all of its history and pride, isn't where families go to play, picnic or simply enjoy sitting under the trees. But it should be. The Third Ward landmark, which is Houston's ...

Just seven years after they learned of their liberation, a group of formerly enslaved Black Texans banded together in 1872 to purchase Emancipation Park in Houston. The 10-acre park was meant to serve ...

One of Houston’s signature parks is getting some major upgrades. Emancipation Park will receive $18.5 million in improvements that will strengthen its status as Third Ward’s favorite community ...

HOUSTON – Once known as the sole gathering spot for Black communities, Emancipation Park holds the distinction of being the oldest park not only in Houston but also in the entire state of Texas.

Emancipation Park in the Third Ward broke ground this week on an $18.5 million transformation. Why it matters: The park is one of Houston's oldest and most historic public spaces. The expansion aims ...

The history behind Emancipation Park is what makes it such an important part of Houston's evolution. If you're new to the area or it's been awhile since you visited this dynamic piece of living ...

Emancipation Park, for all of its history and pride, isn't where families go to play, picnic or simply enjoy sitting under the trees. But it should be. The Third Ward landmark, which is Houston's ...

Emancipation Park, one of Houston's oldest and most historic public spaces, is preparing for a major transformation. Emancipation Park Conservancy (EPC) on Monday announced plans to transform the park ...