13 August
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Maintenance and Operations
Memorial Park Conservancy takes over the daily maintenance and operations of Memorial Park
Read More...Memorial Park Master Plan approved
Houston City Council approves the long-range Master Plan for Memorial Park. In December, ground breaks on the inaugural project, Eastern Glades.
Read More...Cullen Running Trails Center
The Cullen Running Trails Center opens on the south side of Memorial Drive at the base of the Living Bridge
Read More...Planning begins for Master Plan
Houston City Council approves the annexation of Memorial Park into the boundaries of the Uptown TIRZ #16, resulting in a significant funding stream for the Park. A Master Plan process is embarked upon.
Read More...Post-drought planning begins
A devastating drought arrives. More than half of the trees in Memorial Park are irrevocably damaged. A reforestation plan is put into motion.
Read More...Living Bridge Opens
The Living Bridge opens, providing a safe pedestrian crossing over Memorial Drive.
Read More...Capital Campaign
An initial master plan is formed for the Park and funds are successfully raised to build the pedestrian Living Bridge, renovate the Alkek Tennis Center and construct the Outer Loop Trail.
Read More...Memorial Park Conservancy Established
The Memorial Park Advisory Committee becomes the Memorial Park Conservancy, established as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Read More...Bush Grove Dedication
Bush Grove is dedicated in honor of President George H.W. Bush and First Lady Barbara Bush
Read More...Texas Conservation Hall of Fame
Sarah Emmott, member of the Texas Conservation Hall of Fame, writes the cherished book “Memorial Park: A Priceless Legacy.”
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