How did Montrose become Houston's gayborhood? Thank Big Oil and cheap land
- Posted on June 13, 2025
- By Houston Chronicle
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How did Montrose become Houston's gayborhood? Thank Big Oil and cheap land

Montrose became Houston’s LGBTQ+ stronghold in the 20th century, but as the city grows, the queer community is expanding beyond its historic gayborhood.