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Photos of places frequented by past Houstonians.

Eller Wagon Works
Business Directory Space City Time Capsule

Eller Wagon Works

Built in 1909, this brick warehouse was the home of Eller Wagon Works. Frank Eller and his son, Homer, founded…

D. L. Fontaine Service Station
Business Directory Space City Time Capsule

D. L. Fontaine Service Station

D. L. Fontaine Service Station was located at the corner of Houston Avenue and Crockett St in Houston’s First Ward.…

Jefferson’s Gulf Service Station on Chocolate Bayou Road
Business Directory Uncovering Houston

Jefferson’s Gulf Service Station on Chocolate Bayou Road

The man pictured above is Clerch Edgar Jefferson, owner of the very service station that he’s standing in: Jefferson’s Gulf…

At Del Monico Spaghetti House, your plate comes with a side of bibs
Business Directory Byrd Watching

At Del Monico Spaghetti House, your plate comes with a side of bibs

We’ve all been the victim of a large, messy meal at a restaurant. Sometimes the burger is just too sloppy…

Tony Russo’s Grocery Shop
Business Directory Uncovering Houston

Tony Russo’s Grocery Shop

This interesting building at 1620 Edwards St. demanded my immediate attention during a late-night bike ride through Houston’s Old 6th…

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Who is The Curious Histonian?

A Texan with a passion for Houston, Black, and Southern history.

I love genealogy, reading, video games, and annoying my boyfriend with historical tidbits he couldn’t care less about.

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