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Cemetery · Houston, TX
Glenwood Cemetery
4.8(103) Verified on Google
Glenwood Cemetery is a historic garden-style cemetery founded in 1871 in Houston, serving as a significant repository of local and regional history with over 25,000 burial records maintained for both Glenwood and adjacent Washington Cemetery. The cemetery is known for its historical monuments, statuary, and the notable individuals interred there who contributed to the city, state, and nation.
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- Nonprofit
- Established
- 1871
About Glenwood Cemetery
Houston's historic Glenwood Cemetery was founded in 1871 as a picturesque garden style cemetery. Glenwood derives its historical significance from its origins in the cemetery park movement of the 19th century and its extensive collection of historical monuments and statuary. Many of the people buried here at Glenwood have made important contributions to our city, state, nation, and the world. The cemetery preserves over 25,000 burial records of both Glenwood Cemetery and adjacent Washington Cemetery, keeping history accessible to all.
Typical burial prices in Houston
Glenwood Cemetery doesn't publish prices online. As a reference, providers in Houston typically charge:
Low
$995
Typical
$3,040
High
$8,800
City-wide figures from 21 published prices — not Glenwood Cemetery's own rates. Under the FTC Funeral Rule, they must give you an itemized price list on request, in person or by phone.
Services offered
- Burial
Recognition & specialties
Specialties
- historical cemetery
- burial records preservation
- guided walking tours
Where is Glenwood Cemetery?
2525 Washington Ave, Houston, TX
Get directionsHours
- Monday
- 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Thursday
- 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Friday
- 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Saturday
- 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Sunday
- 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Glenwood Cemetery reviews
Updated July 20264.8
4.8
103 reviews
Rating from Google · updated July 2026
4.8 from 103 reviews on google
What burial prices usually include
General context, not specific to Glenwood Cemetery: a typical burial price covers the items on the left. Those on the right are common add-ons billed separately — ask for an itemized list.
Included
- The funeral home's basic services and staff fee
- Transfer and preparation of the deceased
- A viewing or funeral service and use of facilities
- Coordination of permits and paperwork
- Hearse and transport to the cemetery
Usually extra
- The cemetery plot or grave space
- A casket and, where required, a burial vault or liner
- Opening and closing the grave (a cemetery fee)
- The headstone or grave marker
- Certified copies of the death certificate
Frequently asked questions
What services does Glenwood Cemetery offer?
Glenwood Cemetery offers burial, and is a cemetery. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.
Where is Glenwood Cemetery located?
Glenwood Cemetery is located at 2525 Washington Ave, Houston, TX. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.
Will Glenwood Cemetery give me an itemized price list?
Yes. The federal FTC Funeral Rule requires every funeral home to give you a written, itemized General Price List on request — in person or over the phone — and to let you choose only the goods and services you want. Always compare a couple of providers before deciding.
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