The project aims to renovate and expand the Alamito Community Center into a STREAM facility for youth and families in Segundo Barrio, central El Paso. The center will include 1,650 sq.ft of new buildings, adhering to historic preservation standards, and will feature a laboratory and greenhouse.
H.O.M.E. is a pivotal organization dedicated to providing housing and community development opportunities in El Paso, Texas.
Learn more about the community center and its programs.
In El Paso, a "STREAM facility" refers to an educational center focused on Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Math. This acronym is an expansion of the more common "STEM" and "STEAM" educational approaches. The Alamito STREAM Center is a key example of this type of facility in the city.
Segundo Barrio is one of El Paso’s oldest and most historic neighborhoods. Located south of downtown, it has long been a cultural center and a gateway for immigrants, known for its vibrant community, rich history, and colorful murals that depict its heritage.
Historic preservation standards are guidelines used to ensure that the architectural and historical character of a historic property is maintained during its repair, alteration, or expansion. These standards, often based on the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation, prioritize repairing original materials over replacing them and ensure that any new additions are both compatible with and distinct from the historic structure.
