20th Century Glenwood Cemetery Walking Tour by Preservation Houston

*** ADVANCE PURCHASE ONLINE TICKETS FROM PRESERVATION HOUSTON ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS TOUR. NO ONSITE TICKET SALES AVAILABLE. THIS TOUR REGULARLY IS SOLD OUT IN ADVANCE. ***
*** THIS EVENT IS NOT HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE, AND IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR ANYONE REQUIRING A WHEELCHAIR OR FOR ANYONE HAVING MOBILITY ISSUES. ***
*** NO PUBLIC BATHROOMS AVAILABLE. ***

Glenwood Cemetery, established in 1871 on rolling, wooded land near Buffalo Bayou, is one of the most beautiful outdoor spaces in Houston. It is also the resting place of scores of people who built Houston into the city we know today.

Although the cemetery is known for its splendid Victorian monuments, there’s a more modern side as well. This docent-guided walking tour explores some of the newer sections of Glenwood and the lives of some of the well-known 20th century Houstonians buried there. You'll hear their stories and discover the fascinating art and architecture of 20th century Glenwood on this two-hour tour.

Note: This tour route involves a good deal of walking, including the potential of crossing uneven ground and walking up and down steps. The route is not wheel-friendly and is not recommended for anyone with mobility issues.

HOW TO FIND THE HOST:

Let's gather in the docent check-in area (look for the Meetup sign.) Location information will be emailed from Preservation Houston one week prior to the tour.

If you are planning to attend the tour, but do not intend to join the group, please do not rsvp yes to this event. It falsely enlarges the number of attendees and jeopardizes your membership with the group.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

This is an outdoor cemetery tour. Photography is permitted.

WHAT TO BRING:

Sunscreen and walking shoes would be a good idea. Tour path will be a mixture of pavement and grass.

WHAT IS ADMISSION:

Advance online tickets from Preservation Houston are required.

Adult: $15.00
Preservation Houston Membership: $10.00
Students (ID Required): $10.00

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS

WHERE IS PARKING:

Please follow the parking instructions which will be emailed from Preservation Houston one week prior to the tour.

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

PRESERVATION HOUSTON