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Houston Graffiti Building

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Where the Star-Spangled Banner was born: a compact fort with sweeping harbor views and living history. It’s an easy win—flat paths, open lawns, and a visitor film that sets the scene in under 15 minutes.

Start at the visitor center for your map, then follow the ramp to the east wall for the best harbor vantage. Time your visit for a flag raising or lowering—the ranger talk turns the place into a story you’ll remember.

For a slower visit, circle the star-shaped ramparts clockwise and watch ships move in and out of the Patapsco.

What’s new? Updated today

Sunset flag lowering 6:30pm (Fri–Sun)
Temporary exhibit: War of 1812
Harbor shuttle every 20 minutes

What are the hours? — 9:00–17:00 (daily)

Hours may vary for holidays and special events; check the official site before you go.

How much does it cost? — $15 adults · kids free

Admission covers the fort and visitor center exhibits; special tours may be extra.

Where do I park? — On-site lot + overflow

Lots can fill on weekends by mid-day; arrive early or consider rideshare.

Is it accessible? — Flat paths; accessible restrooms

Most ramparts have graded access; some historic areas may have uneven surfaces.

Arrive 30 min before sunset for the lowering ceremony and best light.
Wind picks up on the ramparts—bring a light jacket even in summer.
Stroller route: enter via visitor center, ramp to east wall loop.

The Houston Graffiti Building is a blast of color and creativity in the city’s East End, showcasing Houston’s street art scene at its raw, pulsating best. Born in the early 2010s, this urban canvas has flipped from nondescript to notorious, drawing in artists and spectators keen on the city’s edgy artistic undercurrent.

Walls here are alive with everything from psychedelic abstracts to stark social commentaries, painted by a rotating cast of local legends and international icons. This place isn’t just a gallery; it’s where art happens, breathes, and evolves in real time. Visitors get a front-row seat to the action, soaking up the vibrant energy and maybe even catching an artist at work.

The Houston Graffiti Building isn’t just cool; it’s a cornerstone of the community’s cultural resurgence, making the East End a hotspot for art and expression. As you explore, the bold murals aren’t just sights to see—they’re a conversation with the city itself. What will you hear in the spray-paint whispers of Houston’s streets?

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