Envisioning the Next 20 Years
HPC is embarking on an update to Hermann Park’s master plan to ensure our treasured green space meets its needs for the future.
McWilliams Dog Park
Visit and support the McWilliams Dog Park, one of the most requested amenities by the community.
HERMANN PARK CONSERVANCY
We are a citizens’ organization dedicated to the stewardship and improvement of Hermann Park today, and for generations to come.
ENGINEER FOR A DAY
Our Engineer for a Day experience on the Hermann Park Railroad is perfect for those train-lovers aged 7 to 107!
MAKE MEMORIES
The scenic McGovern Centennial Gardens and newly restored Lott Hall will make your next event unforgettable.
PLAY YOUR PARK
Memberships provide vital support for engaging programs, beautiful landscaping, and essential maintenance.
Park Announcements
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Voices and Visions: A Community Survey on Judson Robinson Jr. Community Center
Judson Robinson Jr. Community Center plays an important role in daily life at Hermann Park. It is a place people actively use for recreation, programs, gathering, and civic engagement. The Houston Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with Hermann Park Conservancy, is inviting the community to share perspectives and ideas that will help inform future…
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Reflections and Possibilities: A Survey on the Japanese Garden
The Japanese Garden in Hermann Park has been a place of beauty and reflection since 1992, when Houston’s Japanese community came together to offer a living gift to the city. Designed by renowned landscape architect Ken Nakajima, the Garden embodies harmony, peace, and friendship between Japan and the United States. Hermann Park Conservancy is the…
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Space Adventure Closure (Monday, April 13)
The Space Adventure play area in the Commons will be closed on Monday, April 13, for maintenance. The area will reopen on Tuesday, April 14, starting at noon.
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Parking Lots Closure (Friday, April 10 – Saturday, April 11)
Parking Lots A, D, and S will be closed to the public starting at 8 p.m. on Friday, April 10, through 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 11, for a Park event.
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Construction Around Miller Outdoor Theatre
Please be aware of construction happening around Miller Outdoor Theatre. This Gateway Plaza Project is scheduled to continue through May 2026. The construction will affect use of some of the picnic areas and the walkway from the McGovern Centennial Gardens to Miller Plaza. Please exercise caution as work is conducted and machinery is present in…
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Understanding Hermann Park’s Position on the Proposed Ben Taub Expansion (as of March 18, 2026)
We take the condemnation of parkland very seriously. Hermann Park exists for the public, and our responsibility is to protect and strengthen it for everyone who depends on it. The use of public parkland for the expansion of the Ben Taub Hospital campus falls under Chapter 26 of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code, which…
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Student Performances in the Park
Do you have a student or community performance group looking for a stage in the heart of Houston? Hermann Park Conservancy is now accepting booking requests for the 2025–2026 Student Performances in the Park series. We welcome music, vocal, dance, theater, and other performance art groups to share their talents with Park visitors in a…
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It’s Official! $3 Rides on Lott Family Carousel
What started as a summer promotion is here to stay! You can continue to enjoy a ride on the Lott Family Carousel for just $3 each. Or better yet, take advantage of an all-day pass for as many spins on the carousel as you like for only $6! Tickets can be purchased HERE, on-site via…
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City of Houston’s Hermann Park Golf Course to Undergo Major Renovation in Partnership with the Astros Golf Foundation and Hermann Park Conservancy
Revitalized course will preserve public access, promote sustainability, and benefit Houston’s parks Click HERE for a list of FAQs compiled by Hermann Park Conservancy regarding the project. We invite you to read and share them. To make sure all interested groups have a chance to attend and engage, our Hermann Park Golf Course Open House…
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Free Carousel Tuesdays presented by ExxonMobil
Thanks to the generous support of ExxonMobil, Park visitors can enjoy free rides every Tuesday on the Lott Family Carousel in the Commons! The carousel is currently open Monday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. More information about the carousel and the other Park amusements can be found HERE.