A fashion exhibit at William P. Hobby Airport showcases sustainable designs created from recycled aircraft seat leather, highlighting Southwest Airlines' commitment to sustainability.

Collect-A-Con returns to Houston with trading cards, anime merch, and stars like Chuck Norris. Tickets start at $25, with the event promising a wide array of collectibles and guest appearances.

Arte Público Press at the University of Houston launched a website for Latino historical research, offering a vast collection of texts documenting the Latino experience in America.

Houston's MOCA granted $71,500 to 29 artists and organizations to foster innovation in the local art scene, financed by the city's Hotel Occupancy Tax.

Houston grants $130,833 to seven projects, including film festivals and cultural exhibits, to enhance tourism and community resilience, funded by the Hotel Occupancy Tax.

Chesley Bonestell's painting "Saturn as Seen from Titan" sold for $302,400 at Christie's, far exceeding its expected price, as part of Paul Allen's collection, which totaled $2.93 million in sales.

The Showboat Drive-in in Harris County closed after an 18-year run, with plans to relocate and reopen in 2026. The closure is due to urban development and declining profits.

A church group protested a 90-foot Hanuman statue in Texas, prompting the temple to consider security measures.

Houston and Fort Bend County offer a range of cultural experiences in museums, celebrating history, science, and arts, many of which have free admission.

The Woodlands Arts Council celebrated another successful Waterway Arts Festival and is planning new events, including a Young Makers Market and the inaugural Texas Fine Craft Show. Proceeds support arts programs and future events.

A new 90-foot Hanuman statue at Sugar Land's Sri Ashtalakshmi Temple, the third-largest in the US, has been met with celebration and some tension due to a local church group's demonstration.

Christie's auctioned space artifacts and memorabilia from Paul G. Allen's collection, including a Chesley Bonestell painting and a letter from Einstein to FDR. Proceeds support philanthropy.

Hurricane Beryl caused significant damage to Houston's art scene, with institutions like the Rothko Chapel and Houston Center for Contemporary Craft suffering losses and facing delayed reopenings.