The 1894 Podcast

Liz Sitta, Chief Administrator for Brazoria County Precinct 3, and Jeff Webb, president of the Forever Parks Foundation of Pearland, discuss this year’s Hops and History cemetery tour event and the inclusive park initiative it benefits.  

Pearland’s Old Town isn’t a picture-perfect Texas main street—it’s real, complex, and full of potential. We sit down with Vance Wiley, Pearland’s Director of Community Development, to break down how the area’s 1894 roots and major roads like Highway 35 and FM 518 shaped what it is today and what’s next. We dive into the 464-acre revitalization plan, the record community input behind it, and the “b...

Leslie Barrera of The Pearl Theater discusses constructing the script and planning production for the Hops and History cemetery tour for a second year.

Savor the rich history of Central Texas  Barbecue and trace Pearland's incredible culinary evolution from local favorites to global cuisine, all in one flavorful episode.

Delve into the history of Pearland and its deep roots in Brazoria County; the county that encompasses most of Pearland. Guest Michael Bailey shares his knowledge of the area and insight into life as a historian and living history educator.

Imagine a town where everyone knows your name, and every street corner holds a piece of history. That's the heart of Pearland, Texas, as revealed by our engaging conversation with Rebecca Burns from Visit Pearland and Pearland native Diane Day. From tales of Diane's grandparents arriving by train in 1909 to the vivid memories of a close-knit community. This episode promises a heartfelt exploration...