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Since it was established in 1871, Glenwood Cemetery has been recognized as one of Houston’s special landmarks.

www.glenwoodcemetery.org

Office Hours:
Mon – Fri from 8 AM – 4:30 PM

Gates Open:
Daily from 7 AM – 5:30 PM

12/27/2025

Born on December 31, 1860, Joseph S. Cullinan was a pioneering oilman whose work helped shape Texas’s early petroleum industry. He founded Magnolia Petroleum and later Texaco, bringing innovation to Corsicana, Beaumont, and Houston - helping establish Houston as a major oil capital. Cullinan also championed civic projects, including the Houston Ship Channel, local arts institutions, and even the Mount Rushmore National Memorial Committee.

12/22/2025

Then & Now: Glenwood’s Main Avenue 🌿

From its winding, tree-lined drive in 1890 to the elegant brick gates of Today, Glenwood's entrance has transformed beautifully while retaining its welcoming spirit.

✨ In 1890, a hand-drawn illustration from The City of Houston depicts "Main Avenue," an enchanting path lined with towering trees, embodying the calm of the rural garden cemetery movement.

📮 By 1907, a postcard showcases the "Main Driveway" adorned with hedges and a wooden sign, reflecting the early 20th century's dedication to natural beauty.

🌿 In 2005, the ivy-covered gate piers and wrought-iron fence preserved Glenwood's charm amid Houston's growth.

🏛️ Today, the restored brick and iron gates blend historic preservation with modern craftsmanship, ensuring that Glenwood remains a cherished place of reflection and serenity.

12/21/2025

The Winter solstice is the longest night, and a quiet reminder that light always returns.

12/17/2025

With bright red berries that appear just in time for winter, Heavenly Bamboo (Nandina domestica), also known as Sacred Bamboo, adds a festive pop of color to the Glenwood grounds. Despite its name, it isn’t bamboo at all- just a beautiful, hardy shrub symbolizing good luck, protection, prosperity, and new beginnings. 🌿❤️❄️

12/16/2025

Winter traditions have always been tied to remembrance and reflection. As the season settles in, what winter ritual or tradition means the most to you?🤍

12/10/2025

Winter prep in full swing: crisp air, quiet grounds, and a busy little squirrel. 🌰🐿️❄️

12/08/2025

At Glenwood Cemetery, every intricately carved detail whispers a story full of symbolism, but one emblem stands out repeatedly: the elegant wreath.

Take, for example, the Boyce monument. Here, the sculpted wreath beautifully captures concepts of eternity, honor, and remembrance. In the realm of funerary art, its circular form, without a beginning or an end, powerfully symbolizes the immortality of the soul and the enduring love that transcends death.

As winter blankets the landscape in tranquility, the wreath assumes an even deeper meaning. Traditionally made from evergreens, these stunning circles withstand the cold, representing life that continues beyond death, hope blooming amidst stillness, and renewal that rises after loss. These themes resonate profoundly throughout the peaceful grounds of the cemetery.

Whether adorning a front door in December or etched in stone after many years, the wreath carries a timeless message: that life, memory, and love endure, triumphing over the passing of time.

12/04/2025

During the holiday season at Glenwood Cemetery, a heartfelt tradition unfolds as evergreen wreaths are lovingly placed on graves and mausoleums. This practice has its roots in the 19th century, when evergreens represented eternal life, offering families a way to honor and cherish their beloved ones who have passed. Wreaths made from laurel, pine, cedar, and holly served as meaningful tributes, and families would come together to decorate the graves, creating a moment of reflection and connection that bridges the gap between the living and the eternal.

Today, this touching tradition continues to flourish at Glenwood. The wreaths, often adorned with ribbons and pinecones, stand as beautiful symbols of love and remembrance. As you stroll along the serene paths, the sight of these evergreens provides a sense of comfort and solace. Each wreath carries its own unique story, a testament to the enduring bonds we hold with those we have lost. They remind us that, even in the quiet embrace of winter, our loved ones remain with us in spirit, forever cherished in our hearts.

12/01/2025

A little November recap from around the Glenwood grounds🍂🌷

11/29/2025

A pioneering figure in Texas’ oil industry, William Stamps Farish II helped shape the energy landscape we know today.

After arriving in Beaumont during the Spindletop oil boom, Farish co-founded Humble Oil and Refining Company in 1917 - the company that would later become Exxon Mobile. He went on to lead Standard Oil Company of New Jersey and served as president of the American Petroleum Institute, playing a major role in the nation’s petroleum development.

Farish passed away in 1942 and rests here at Glenwood Cemetery, remembered as one of Houston’s most influential industrial leaders. 🕊️

Photo: Courtesy of Rice University

11/25/2025

As the year winds down, we want to thank everyone who supported Glenwood through their time, generosity, and participation. Your involvement helps us preserve and protect this historic landscape for future generations.

Wishing everyone a wonderful holiday season and a bright year ahead!💚

For those interested in making an end-of-year gift to the Glenwood Cemetery Historic Preservation Foundation, you can find more information through the link in our bio.

11/21/2025

Something’s Brewing at the Glenwood Greenhouse!🌿☕

Our horticulture team is hard at work crafting a special blend known as compost tea, a nutrient-rich, all-natural elixir that helps keep the plants and flowers at Glenwood thriving.

Compost tea is exactly what it sounds like: a “brew” made by steeping a bag of high-quality compost in water. As it bubbles, beneficial microorganisms and nutrients are released into the liquid, creating a powerful tonic for healthy soil and vibrant plants.

When this compost tea is used to water the gardens and grounds around Glenwood, it helps strengthen plants’ natural defenses against disease, enhances root growth, and promotes lush, long-lasting beauty throughout the year.

Address

2525 Washington Avenue
Houston, TX
77007

Telephone

+17138647886

Website

http://www.glenwoodcemetery.org/

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