Have you ever walked into a place and exclaimed,”This is the best thing I have ever seen”? That was me when I finally had the chance to visit The Orange Show in Houston. Located on what is quickly becoming my favorite street in town, Munger Street, this artistic creation is a few feet from Smither Park.
The Orange Show was created by Jeff McKissack. A local mail carrier, Mr. McKissack collected used objects and from 1956-1980 used those to build this colorful corner of the world. He was the sole artist, building and tiling the entire space. Upon his death, his ashes were scattered on the property. If I were him I wouldn’t have wanted to leave either!
I could go on for days about how much I loved this place. However, in a case such as this it is best you see visuals! Behold The Orange Show.
Now orange you glad you were introduced to The Orange Show! I apologize for the silly joke, but I couldn’t help myself! 😉
To Plan a Visit:
Located at 2401 Munger Street in Houston, Texas the show is a quick trip from downtown. To plan your own trip to The Orange Show check out their website here for hours and more info.
Your photos are so much fun and the Orange Show looks amazing! I would have taken about 6 mil more photos if I was there because it looks kinda retro-ish and just an overall cool vibe…. too bad Cleveland is too far away or I’d have been there girl!
Thank you Karen! It was so hard to choose the photos to use because I did take about 100. It is so retro and bright! I want to live there! LOL! If you ever visit Houston I will take you there!
This is definitely the most eclectic place ever! I know my sister would love it since she loves retro, thrifty kind of places.
Amy it really is! Such a testament of how a little paint and a lot of work can turn anything into a beautiful work of art!
Such an awesome and unique place. It looks like you had a great time. I haven’t been to this part of Texas, but it looks fun.
You will have to check out Houston one day Kim! There is a lot to see here.
I’m loving the idea of Orange. Your photos make me want to fly down and take it all in!
Thank you Terri! I am so glad you enjoyed it! If you are ever in Houston you should check it out! It really is a sight to see!
I’m not sure if I have ever been Houston before, but I definitely want to visit someday (or again). I’ve heard that they’re known for their quirky attractions!
You should definitely visit one day! It is much more than most people expect! I just wouldn’t recommend July or August unless you don’t mind really hot weather!
I love your orange joke at the end! What a neat little place, makes me wish I had gone to Houston when my husband went on a business trip there!
Thank you Angela! 🙂 Sometimes one just have to make jokes! Even bad ones!:) If you get a chance to come down you will have to check this place out. It is a tiny section of street with so much art!
If I ever find myself in Texas, I’ll check this place out. It reminds me of an amusement park for some reason. An old one that was shut down.
Joanna right! It’s like a little eclectic carnival!
What a cool little place to visit! I love how old-timey carnival it looks. It’s fun to discover whimsical places in the middle of a busy city!
Nikki I thought it looked very retro carnival too!
This place sounds great! I’ve never heard of it before, but it looks worth visiting if I stop by Houston.
It is definitely worth it if you have a chance!
That place looks awesome, and a very great back story to it as well. If I am ever in that area I will be sure to make a stop there.
Glad you enjoyed it Jessi! It is so very interesting if you ever have a chance to check it out!
What a wacky fun place. If I’ve ever in Texas, I’ll have to make a stop here. The kids would love it!
Wow. this is amazing. There is so much to look at and explore. Next time I’m in Houston I will definitely check it out.
This looks like so much fun! Adding it to our travel list.
Omg the orange show looks like fun!!!!! My family is located in TX, so when I’m in TX next I will have to check this out!
What a fun place to visit! I love the retro vibe. We will be in Texas later this month. Maybe we should swing by?
I don’t think I’ve heard of this before. It’s really interesting. I sure would love to check it out if I’m ever in the area!
That place looks awesome, I really want to go there. Great photos 🙂
It looks so bright and happy. Here in Toronto it’s still full winter so ORANGE you even happier that you’re at the Orange show instead?