History
Accelerating the Master Plan
The Kinder Foundation donates $70 million to Memorial Park Conservancy in the largest single parks grant in Houston history to accelerate the Master Plan, leading to the creation of the Ten-Year Plan.
Read More...Eastern Glades Phase I
In October, Eastern Glades Phase I, the first project of the Master Plan, opens to the public and includes new restrooms, more parking, and a number of environmentally friendly efforts.
Read More...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.
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