Fifth Ward Jam is a piece of temporary public art by the Houston artistic team of Dan Havel and Dean Ruck. Family and friends gathered to launch the unique pocket park and inspiring architectural artwork in October 2011, while listening to music and storytelling that reflected the vibrant cultural roots of Fifth Ward. Presentations featured Texas Zydeco Prince Jabo, legendary Duke Peacock house guitarist Texas Johnny Brown, Stella-nominated gospel quartet Endurance, amongst others.

Fifth Ward Jam is made possible in part by a grant from Houston Arts Alliance and with support from Fifth Ward Community Redevelopment Corporation, City of Houston's ReUse Warehouse, TIRZ 18 and the Offices of former Council Member Jarvis Johnson. Dedication activities were organized by the HAA Folklife & Traditional Arts Program with support from Wells Fargo, National Endowment for the Arts and Houston Endowment.

For information on using the Fifth Ward Jam venue, please contact Fifth Ward Community Redevelopment Corporation at 713.674.0175 or visit http://www.fifthwardcrc.org.