OVER 50 years of serving the greater Houston area

Friendswood, Texas is a historic and highly regarded community located about 20 miles southeast of Houston, Texas, spanning both Galveston County, Texas and Harris County, Texas. The city was founded in 1895 by members of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) who moved to the area seeking fertile land and a peaceful place to establish a farming community. The name “Friendswood” reflects their faith and the close-knit spirit that still defines the city today.

During the early 1900s, Friendswood became widely known for its agricultural success, particularly its famous fig orchards. The area’s figs were shipped throughout the United States, and the town even hosted annual fig festivals celebrating the crop that helped shape its early economy. In addition to figs, farmers in the region produced rice, citrus, and vegetables that thrived in the Gulf Coast climate.

Friendswood experienced steady growth in the mid-20th century as the Houston region expanded and nearby aerospace development brought new opportunities. The opening of Johnson Space Center in neighboring Houston, Texas helped attract engineers, scientists, and professionals to surrounding communities, including Friendswood.

Today, Friendswood is known for its strong schools, well-maintained parks, and family-friendly neighborhoods. The city has consistently been recognized as one of the safest and most desirable places to live in the Houston metropolitan area. With easy access to Houston’s job centers, the coastal attractions of Galveston, Texas, and nearby communities like League City, Texas and Pearland, Texas, Friendswood offers a unique blend of small-town charm, rich history, and modern suburban living that continues to attract families and businesses alike.