Who Owns Houston’s Black Story? Preserving Place, Culture & Memory

Season 2 of ROI is back with Kevan & Ayesha Shelton of Park Street Homes serving as hosts. In episode 2, we sit down with the leaders behind Houston Freedmen’s Town, Fifth Ward CRC and Shades of Blue Project. Episode Description: As Houston continues to grow and change, what happens to the places, institutions, and stories that shaped Black Houston? This episode explores the intersection of preservation, development, culture, and economic opportunity. The conversation examines who gets to determine what is preserved, how historic Black communities can evolve without losing their identity, and why protecting cultural memory matters to Houston's future.