Texas -- Houston
Subject
Subject Source: Fast
Found in 159 Collections and/or Records:
Albert Thomas papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 262
Abstract:
This collection of speeches, correspondences, reports, and photographs documents the work of Albert Thomas, U.S. Representative for Harris County, Texas, from 1936-1966. Albert Thomas was the first Rice Alumnus to serve in Congress. He graduated from Rice Institute in 1920.
Dates:
1937 - 1965
American Institute of Architects Houston (AIA Houston) oral history interview collection
Collection
Identifier: MS 603
Overview
The collection consists of tape recorded interviews with nine people who were closely familiar with the architectural work of William Ward Watkin. The recordings are in digital mp3 format and on original microcassettes, including the recording equipment with which they were made. No transcripts currently exist for this material. (1 box and digital files)
Dates:
1980-1985
Andrew Forest Muir papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 017
Abstract:
This material includes correspondence, research and genealogical notes which reflect the interests of historian and Rice University professor Andrew Forest Muir. They relate to 19th century Texas and Houston history; free African Americans in Texas pre-Civil War; the life and death of William Marsh Rice; the growth of the Catholic, Anglican, and Episcopal Churches in the 19th century via missionary work in Texas and Hawaii; and Hawaiian history, specifically clergymen in Hawaii. These research...
Dates:
ca. 1916-1969
Ann Holmes Fine Arts Archive
Collection
Identifier: MS 546
Abstract:
This collection contains news clippings, press releases, correspondence, photos, institutional records, and audio materials related to the evolution of fine arts and city planning in Houston, TX. Specific focus is given to the Alley Theater, Houston Ballet, Houston Grand Opera, Houston Symphony, Museum of Fine Arts, architecture, and the role of the arts in the economy, politics, and society. The collection also includes biographies of various persons influential in both the local and...
Dates:
1920 - 2008; Majority of material found within 1950 - 2008
Ann Holmes personal papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 173
Abstract
Ann Holmes personal papers encompass materials outside the scope of her research on her book for Houston's cultural arts. Included are materials from her everyday life--correspondence, awards and honors, social activities, and copies of her articles, columns and reviews.
Dates:
1944 - 2008
Anthony Guevara Filipino American event programs and flyers
Collection
Identifier: MS 803
Overview
The collection consists of materials from participation in activities of the Philippino-American community in Houston, Texas spanning the years 1991 to 2014.
Dates:
1991 - 2014
Arthur E. Jones Architectural Records
Collection
Identifier: MS 535
Abstract:
The Arthur Jones Architectural Records contain information and pictures of projects Jones was involved with in his career with Houston-based Lloyd and Morgan, Lloyd, Jones, and Brewer, and Jones and Fillpot.
Dates:
1936-1989
Bianca DeLeon collection
Collection
Identifier: MS 743
Overview
This collection consists of correspondence, fliers, business records, audio, and digital images charting the life and career of Bianca DeLeon.
Dates:
1970s-2017
Bob Johnston collection
Collection
Identifier: MS 723
Overview
This collection mainly consists of live recordings of shows at Anderson Fair Retail Restaurant.
Dates:
1983 - 2007
Bonner and Howard Families papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 627
Scope and Contents
Photographs, correspondence, business records, diaries, scrapbooks and more, documenting the family and business lives of the Bonner and Howard families in Texas in the 20th century.
Dates:
1900-2012