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EVENT DESCRIPTION:

In concert with the MIT Department of Architecture’s celebration of its 150th anniversary, the MIT Club of South Texas brings you a tour of Houston as seen through the lens of MIT.

Narrated by renowned architectural historian Stephen Fox, the three hour excursion will highlight the Institute’s contribution to the Bayou City’s skyline and neighborhoods. Including works by notables such as I.M. Pei, John Staub and many others, the city is replete with landmarks with strong connections to the first school of architecture in the United States.

Upon returning to our embarking point at The Goode Company Taqueria, those who wish can stay for lunch.

Note: Registration will be hosted on the website of the MIT Club of South Texas.

DATE AND TIME:
Saturday, November 9, 2019
9:00 AM (bus leaves at 9:15 AM sharp) to 12:30 PM

EVENT LOCATION:
Goode Company Taqueria and Hamburgers
4902 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77098
Parking will be available here for the duration of the bus tour

EVENT SPEAKER:
Stephen Fox is an architectural historian and a Fellow of the Anchorage Foundation of Texas (http://anchoragefoundation.org/). He teaches classes on the history of Houston architecture at Rice University and the University of Houston. Stephen is also author of the Houston Architectural Guide, and a contributor to the Buildings of Texas: Central, South and Gulf Coast, a guidebook to architecture in the state.

EVENT PRICING:

• MIT Alumni / Parents = $20 / person

  • Dues Paid members for the 2019 membership year)

  • Dues Paid Parents register at the $20 rate

• Guests of MIT Alumni / Parents = $40 / person

• MIT Alumni / Parents (Non-Dues Paid 2019 Members) = $40 / person

Registration will be open until 8:00AM, Nov 9, 2019