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Market Square Park

One-block downtown park on the site of Houston's original city hall. Restored 2010 with a dog run, public art by James Surls and Paul Kittelson, and the Niko Niko's Greek kiosk.

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Market Square Park
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Creator notes

What works here

Surls' "Points of View" sculptures at the four park corners are individual photogenic frames. Niko Niko's kiosk grills add aromatic atmosphere — eat first, shoot after. Free chess tables at the edge.

Practical

Plan the shoot

Best time

Late afternoon for warm light on sculpture

Lighting

Park is open-canopy; warm afternoon light on the corner sculptures.

Crowd

Moderate; busy at lunch and evenings

Parking

Street meters; nearby downtown garages

Noise

Moderate — downtown ambient

Permit

No permit required.

Location

On the map

301 Milam St, Houston, TX 77002
Community

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