Since it was established in 1871, Glenwood Cemetery has been recognized as one of Houston's special landmarks. Many prominent Texans, from the days of the Republic until the present, are buried here and the names on the elaborately carved marbles and granites remind us of our rich heritage. Within Glenwood's confines is a priceless collection of Victorian statuary that is available for all to enjoy. Glenwood's horticultural specimens rival those of many arboretums, and its gently rolling landscape, unique in Houston, provides a place for quiet refuge and peaceful meditation amid inspiring natural beauty.