Post by Nubian Zuri* on Jun 18, 2009 17:27:40 GMT -5
10 acres of land: $800
Historic symbol of achievement: priceless
In 1872, former slaves bought the 10-acre Emancipation Park. Today, the Third Ward park features picnic tables, park benches, basketball and tennis courts, a gazebo, playgrounds, a swimming pool, and a community center.
By Paul Beckman
www.houstontx.gov/hr/savvypages/sprg08/sprg08_heritage.htm
Historic symbol of achievement: priceless
In 1872, former slaves bought the 10-acre Emancipation Park. Today, the Third Ward park features picnic tables, park benches, basketball and tennis courts, a gazebo, playgrounds, a swimming pool, and a community center.
By Paul Beckman
www.houstontx.gov/hr/savvypages/sprg08/sprg08_heritage.htm