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McGovern Lake
This 8-acre masterpiece is newly restored and expanded. The restoration
created two new islands for migratory birds, and a third island
that the Miniature Train travels. Four-seat pedal boats are available
to rent at the boathouse for $8 a half hour. Catch-and-release
fishing available for children under 12 and senior citizens over
65 at Bob's Fishing Pier. For more information, call (713) 524-5876.
Lake Overlook and Molly Ann Smith Plaza
Located on the north shore of McGovern Lake, this area offers
picnicking on a raised lawn, shaded seating, and playful interactive
fountains for children to enjoy. The Pioneer Memorial obelisk
is located in the center of the fountains in honor of the early
pioneers who founded Houston. For more information, call (713)
524-5876.
Hermann Park Japanese Garden
This garden, next to the Jones Reflection Pool, represents serenity
and harmony, and is an escape from everyday metropolitan life.
Stroll through the shaded paths and take in the beauty and simplicity
of Japan (713) 284-1914 or visit the Japanese Garden Society.
Hermann Park Railroad (Mini-Train)
Made famous by children of all ages! A Hermann Park tradition,
the train runs daily from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. $2.50 admission. For
more information, call
(713) 526-2183.
Hermann Park Jogging Trail/Marvin Taylor
Exercise Trail
Walk, run, or jog under the shade of mature live oak trees planted
in memory of World War I veterans. The trail is approximately
two miles long and travels through the Park. For more information,
call (713) 524-5876.
Houston Garden Center
This historically significant building is a meeting place for
over 20 Houston area garden clubs. Surrounding the center is over
2,500 rose bushes in a variety of colors. For rental information,
call (713) 284-1986.
Houston Zoo
Set in a 55-acre lush tropical landscape, Houston Zoo is home
to more than 4,500 exotic animals representing more than 800 species.
The Zoo’s newest addition, the Ethel G. and Allen H. Carruth
Natural Encounters Building brings Zoo guests nose to nose with
meerkats, tamarins, otters, and colorful tropical fish. Get eye
to eye with a prairie dog, see an eagle’s nest and watch
a river otter slide down a muddy river bank at the John P. McGovern
Children’s Zoo. For hours, prices, membership information,
and more, call (713) 533-6500 or visit the Houston Zoo web site
at www.houstonzoo.org.
Hermann Park Golf Course
Redesigned in 1997 by Carlton Gibson, who also redesigned The
Woodlands TPC Golf Course, this 18-hole challenge is one of Houston's
oldest and most popular municipal courses. To set up a tee-time,
call (713) 526-0077, or visit the new clubhouse at 2155 N. MacGregor
Street, at the intersection of Alameda and N. MacGregor.
Bayou Parkland
Picnic in the shade or hike on nature trails in the urban forest.
Bayou Parkland, flanking Brays Bayou in Hermann Park, offers a
relaxing atmosphere for anyone who enjoys the outdoors. School,
scout, and community groups can participate in year-round programs
teaching sound stewardship. To learn about details of the programs,
call Barbara Jo Harwell, HPC Conservation Director, at (713) 524-5876, ext. 338.
Museum of Natural Science
Founded in 1909, the science museum is the nations fourth most
highly attended science museum. Enjoy the Wortham IMAX Theater,
Cockrell Butterfly Center, the Burke-Baker Planetarium, or one
of the permanent exhibits. For information and show times, call
(713) 639-IMAX or visit the museum web site at www.hmns.org.
Miller Outdoor Theatre
Obtain a free ticket for the covered seating area or lay on the
large, grassy, green hill and enjoy a variety of arts, music,
and festivals. Relaxing and entertaining for all ages. For show
times, call (713) 284-8350 or visit the Miller Outdoor Theatre
web site at www.milleroutdoortheatre.com.
Buddy Carruth Playground for All Children
This playground offers equipment for children of all abilities.
Most equipment is handicap accessible. Children can cool off in
the refreshing interactive water playground. Picnic pavilions
may be rented for family gatherings or birthday parties. The Fannin
Pavilion, the oldest structure in the Park, is also available
for rent. For rental information, call (713) 845-1003.
Pioneer Memorial Log House Museum
Teaching Texas history since 1936, this original log house is
supported by the San Jacinto Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic
of Texas. The house and grounds are a memorial to the pioneer
women and men of Houston. For program information, call (713)
522-0396.
Mary Gibbs and Jesse H. Jones Reflection
Pool
One of the most prominent features of Hermann Park, this Pool
and it's immediate surroundings represent one of Houston's most
grand civic green spaces. The newly renovated Reflection Pool
measures 740 feet long and 80 feet wide, and displays sculpted
stone edges, a black bottom for maximum reflection, and a "white
water" cascade. Both sides of the Pool are flanked by alleys
of mature live oak trees.
Judson Robinson Jr. Community Center
This community center offers a full gymnasium and weight facility.
Room rental available for meetings or parties. Closed Sundays.
For more information, call
(713) 284-1997.
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