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The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, Houston Branch is the second largest currency vault in the country, with a bold building designed by architect Michael Graves. Its interior exhibit space covers the history of U.S. currency, economics and the Federal Reserve banks, and the history and economic growth of Houston. Working closely with the staff at the Federal Reserve, we redesigned large-scale exhibit panels that provide insight into the history and role of the Federal Reserve.

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Federal Reserve Bank

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Most Recent: Reviews ordered by most recent publish date in descending order.

Detailed Reviews: Reviews ordered by recency and descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as waiting time, length of visit, general tips, and location information.

Also popular with travellers

Federal Reserve Bank, Houston

• (0.15 mi) Thompson Houston
• (0.45 mi) Best Western Plus Downtown Inn & Suites
• (0.96 mi) La Maison in Midtown
• (1.18 mi) The Lancaster
• (1.07 mi) Holiday Inn Houston Downtown, an IHG Hotel
• (0.12 mi) Bludorn
• (0.14 mi) Lucio’s Byob
• (0.48 mi) Barnaby's Cafe
• (0.53 mi) Oporto Fooding House & Wine
• (1.11 mi) Uchi Houston

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As part of our core mission, we supervise and regulate financial institutions in the Second District. Our primary objective is to maintain a safe and competitive U.S. and global banking system.

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The Federal Reserve Bank of New York works to promote sound and well-functioning financial systems and markets through its provision of industry and payment services, advancement of infrastructure reform in key markets and training and educational support to international institutions.

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The New York Fed offers the Central Banking Seminar and several specialized courses for central bankers and financial supervisors.

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Learn about the role of the New York Fed and the Federal Reserve System in promoting financial stability and serving communities to advance economic growth. Who's on Second? Samuel Yellin's Ironwork Money Circulation

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Thec – port of houston boat tour.

When: Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 2PM – 4PM Activity: Group tour on the MV Sam Houston Cost: Free Location: Port of Houston, Sam Houston Pavilion, 7300 Clinton Drive, Houston, TX 77020

Join The Houston Economics Club for a private tour of the Port of Houston on board the MV Sam Houston. This event is free but registration is required.

Register via EventBrite today . We look forward to seeing you there!

May 2024 GHP Crossover Event

Event: GHP’s State of Houston’s Global Economy Event When: Thursday, May 2, 2024 Location: Partnership Tower, 701 Avenida de las Americas, Suite 900 Houston, TX 77010

This event is sold out!

May 2024 THEC Luncheon

When: Wednesday, May 15, 2024 Speaker: Eliza Paul, TXDOT Topic: Texas & Local Highways Location: Conference Center, Houston Fed Building

You won’t want to miss the May 2024 THEC luncheon as we hear from Eliza Paul, P.E., the district engineer for TxDOT’s Houston District.

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Overview: The Houston Economics Club (THEC) is an active and dynamic organization devoted to furthering the knowledge, understanding and awareness of economics and related subjects throughout the Greater Houston Community. We are represented by more than 190 members, who are affiliated with approximately 130 businesses and other organizations in the region. The club membership is a broad cross section of  economists, analysts, researchers, businessmen, businesswomen, entrepreneurs and academics. Join THEC today via this Eventbrite link.

Events: The highlight of THEC’s program is our monthly luncheon series. During our program year – August to June— we invite a prominent speaker to share their insights on current economic events. We meet at the Houston Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. Meetings start with networking and a light lunch, followed by the speaker’s presentation and a brief Q&A. Social and networking events for the membership also also held several times a year. See our upcoming events. 

History: THEC was chartered November 13, 1967, as the National Association of Business Economists—Houston Chapter. The organization changed its name to The Houston Economics Club on November 1, 2006, to reflect the organization’s new mission—serving not just economists but all individuals who seek a better understanding of economic trends in order to make better decisions.

NABE: THEC is the official Houston affiliate chapter of the N ational Association for Business Economics (NA BE) . Please note that membership in NABE’s national organization does not include dues for the Houston Chapter, and vice versa.

Mission Statement: The mission of The Houston Economics Club is to:

• Provide for a nonprofit, educational organization that offers a forum for economists and other interested individuals to discuss economics, economic policy and business trends.
• Stimulate discussion and research in matters of public policy as it pertains to economic performance of business, communities and the nation as a whole.
• Highlight the contribution economics plays in public and private decision making.
• Sponsor programs, publications, scholarships and other such activities to further the understanding of economics.

2023/24 THEC Board

President Jordan Frisby Port Houston

Vice President Elizabeth Balderrama Harris County

Secretary Annaissa Flores Rice Management Company

Join or Renew your THEC Spring 2024 membership via EventBrite.

The THEC 2023-2024 program year has started. Sign up or renew your membership today.

You do not need to be an economist to join THEC. Membership is open to anyone interested in learning about what influences local, state, national and global business and economic trends. The program year runs from August to June. 

For Spring 2024, membership fees have been prorated to $30 for professionals and $12 for students and retirees.  As a member, you will receive advance meeting notices and reduced monthly meeting fees. Proceeds from member dues are used to pay administrative costs and cover travel expenses for out-of-town speakers.

For more information, please see EventBrite or e-mail the club at [email protected]

Please note: Membership in NABE’s national organization does not include dues for the Houston Chapter, and vice versa.

New for 2023/2024: Corporate Memberships

Companies that would like to go above and beyond in their support of THEC should consider a corporate membership for $1,000 – Learn more about Corporate memberships here.

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Email is our preferred contact method. We can also be reached at:

• Phone: (713) 410 – 5104
• Mailing Address: 8725 Lanell Ln, Houston TX 77055 (Consult invitations for the location of club events)

Not Your Typical Cycle: Where Does Real Estate Go From Here?

May 8, 2024

• Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas

Real estate markets face a number of challenges. Elevated mortgage rates have locked in existing homeowners, and new-home sales are meeting buyer demand to an unprecedented extent. Multifamily markets are contending with new supply and falling rents. Meanwhile, disruptive trends like remote work, surging e-commerce and industrial policy are playing out in different ways in office and industrial markets. This conference brings together industry analysts, economists and market experts to give their insights on the latest trends affecting residential and commercial real estate.

• May 8, 2024 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

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For More Information

Please contact Sharon Wallace at [email protected] .