The story of the Astrodome
Chapter 1
A bold vision for Houston
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Chapter 2
The accidental invention of AstroTurf
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Chapter 3
Legendary moments under the dome
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Chapter 4
A sanctuary and a modern monument
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Master of The story of the Astrodome
Ch 4 · A sanctuary and a modern monument
marc The Houston Astrodome
They painted the glass to block out the glare, And laid down fake grass in the cool indoor air.
Fun Fact
Astrodome's current status: Although it has been closed to the public since 2008 due to building code violations, the Astrodome still stands proudly next to NRG Stadium.
Glossary
astrodome (noun)
A stadium covered by a dome. In 2005, the Houston venue housed thousands of evacuees fleeing Louisiana after Hurricane Katrina.
A stadium covered by a dome. In 2005, the Houston venue housed thousands of evacuees fleeing Louisiana after Hurricane Katrina.
Quiz
What protective status did the Texas Historical Commission award the Astrodome in 2018?