The Memorial area, probably best marked by the expansive, botanical Memorial Park, is one of the most beautiful parts of Houston. Pastoral charm of the area was perfect for horseback riding in the 1930’s. As the gentry sold the plots, the area retained a sort of arboreal charm and quite a bit of park area. Many smaller […]
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Memorial High School Pulls Ahead Of Its Privileged Reputation
The Memorial Mustangs are the premium breed standard for many residents of Spring Branch and Memorial. Serving some of the richest neighborhoods in West Houston, it was voted the #10 most posh public school in the country in 2011. Memorial High School also boasts some impressive alumni. For one, Michael Dell, the CEO of Dell computers, walked the […]