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Comprehensive History

Glenwood Cemetery was established as a private cemetery in 1871 by the Houston Cemetery Company, which was incorporated by an act of the Twelfth Legislature of the State of Texas on May 12, 1871. After construction, Glenwood opened for business in the summer of 1872.

1870s

Glenwood Cemetery was established as a private cemetery in 1871 by the Houston Cemetery Company, which was incorporated by an act of the Twelfth Legislature of the State of Texas on May 12, 1871.

1880s

In 1886, J.C. Hutcheson succeeded W.B. Botts as president. Under Hutcheson’s leadership, a new set of rules and regulations as well as a permanent trust fund were established.

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Holiday Announcement: Glenwood will be closed on Friday, July 3rd, in observance of the 4th of July. We'll reopen on Monday, July 6th, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please note that Cemetery gates will close at 5:30 p.m. on July 4th.

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Comprehensive History

1870s

Glenwood Cemetery was established as a private cemetery in 1871 by the Houston Cemetery Company, which was incorporated by an act of the Twelfth Legislature of the State of Texas on May 12, 1871.

1880s

In 1886, J.C. Hutcheson succeeded W.B. Botts as president. Under Hutcheson’s leadership, a new set of rules and regulations as well as a permanent trust fund were established.

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