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Beer Can House
222 Malone St, Houston, TX 713-926-6368
Description: John Milkovisch, a retired upholsterer for Southern Pacific Railroad, never thought people would care; he just loved drinking his beer and being outside cutting up the cans. He started his beer can house in 1968 and it is now estimated that over 50,000 cans are recycled into this sprawling work of art. Cans were not the only material he used - bottles, marbles, rocks and metal trinkets decorate the property in fences, paved walkways, and planters.
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Green Building Resource Center
3300 Main St, City of Houston Code Enforcement Building, Houston, TX 77002 713-535-7508
Description: This resource center is a combination waiting room/classroom with a library of information that enables the public to learn more about water, energy, material design and construction. All geared toward conservation and green living, the showroom has four sections: building components; water conservation; site; and energy efficiency. Through the interactive displays, the public can learn how to incorporate the ideas in their homes and businesses. There are also free samples of green material for sharing with friends and neighbors.
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Minute Maid Park
501 Crawford St, Houston, TX 77002 713-259-8000
Description: DOWNTOWN. Helping to revitalize the eastern part of downtown Houston, this engaging ballfield premiered in 2000 and has proven to be a fan favorite. The home of Astros baseball was constructed on parking lots near the old train station and even incorporates part of Union Station in its design. The intimate venue boasts a spectacular, retractable roof that opens when the weather's mild and closes when rain appears or when air-conditioning is needed. The natural grass field has old-school appeal, as do manual scoreboxes and upclose seating. One-hour tours are available, and restaurants and bars are located in the vicinity.
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Port of Houston and Ship Channel
7300 block of Clinton Dr, Houston, TX 77020-7595 713-670-2400
Description: HOUSTON. One of the nation's busiest commercial ports, this area sees tons of traffic each day. Within its turning basin, tankers and other large ships shift position before heading back to the Gulf. For folks who want to check out the maritime activity, the Loop 610 bridge over the Ship Channel provides spectacular nighttime viewing of the oil refineries and their lights. Plus, the "Sam Houston" ship offers free 90-minute tours of the Ship Channel reservations required.
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REV Eco-Shuttle
Downtown-Midtown-Washington Ave, Houston, TX 77002 877-467-3846
Description: These all-electric vehicles will pick you up within 7 minutes from Downtown/Midtown or within 15 minutes on Washington Avenue. Open-air with safety belts and seating for up to five passengers, the eco-friendly rides are quiet, efficient, and produce zero emissions. Call or book online, last-minute or a month in advance.
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