Allen's Landing

Allen's Landing

The origins of Houston

Address
1001 Commerce St.
Houston, TX 77002
Website
www.buffalobayou.org...
Phone
713-808-6855
Hours
Sun: 6am - 11pm
Mon: 6am - 11pm
Tue: 6am - 11pm
Wed: 6am - 11pm
Thur: 6am - 11pm
Fri: 6am - 11pm
Sat: 6am - 11pm

The Lowdown

We were born on the Bayou—this parcel of just under two acres is a touchstone in the story of Houston.  In this spot in 1836 August C. and John Kirby Allen came ashore and claimed the place destined to become our thriving metropolis.  Houston’s first commercial port was established here at the convergence of Buffalo and White Oak Bayous, and the boom began. Allen’s Landing has recently undergone major revitalization and rejuvenation efforts to the tune of $4.6 million that includes a handsome park with a promenade, a terraced grass lawn, a concrete wharf which mimics the original port, and public artwork. It’s not only our version of Plymouth Rock, it's a pretty place to hang out.

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