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League City, Texas

Located in Galveston County, Texas, League City was established in 1893. Many NASA astronauts have lived in League City due to its proximity to Johnson Space Center. League City grew from 30,000 in 1990 to over 120,000.
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Founded 1893 | Population 120,000 | Peak 120,000 (2024) | County Galveston County

Top 10 Most Important Events for League City, Texas

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1893Founded: Named for J.C. League who donated land.
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1942Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of League City's identity and economy.
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1961NASA Neighbor: Johnson Space Center built nearby; astronauts settle in League City.
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2000Houston Suburban Boom: Population quadruples in two decades.
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2017Hurricane Harvey: Significant flooding damage.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1893 Culture
Founded
1942 Government
Military Presence
1961 Science
NASA Neighbor
2000 Business
Houston Suburban Boom
2017 Disaster
Hurricane Harvey

Did You Know?

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Many NASA astronauts have lived in League City due to its proximity to Johnson Space Center.
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League City grew from 30,000 in 1990 to over 120,000.
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The city's Armand Bayou Nature Center is one of the largest urban nature preserves in the U.S.
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League City is located in Galveston County, Texas.
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League City was founded in 1893.

Famous People from League City, Texas

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Danielle Bradbery
Singer · Born Jul 23, 1996 · Age 29
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