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Discovery Green

Discovery Green’s 11.78-acre site can be found in downtown Houston, across Avenida de las Americas from the George R. Brown Convention Center and the Hilton Americas Hotel. The Toyota Center, Houston Center and Minute Maid Park are only blocks away.

Many large live oaks and red oaks are featured prominently in the design of the new park. The WiFi-connected site has been designed as a very green environment that can accommodate many people at one time and service multiple community needs. Events, festivals, performances, children’s festivities and fun are all being planned.

Discovery Green’s natural features include:

The Great Lawn A two-acre grass lawn for lounging, offering dramatic views of the skyline

The Oak Promenade A beautifully shaded walkway, lined with 100-year-old live oak trees

The Urban Garden An acre of flowering trees, plants, fountains and works of art

The Lake A tranquil one-acre pond lined with native wetland plants

The Natural Gardens Wetland and upland gardens extending the length of the park

The Landforms Several sculpted knolls and grassy swells that highlight views of downtown Houston

The Tree Alees Tree-shaded walks to the pond and children’s area.

Discovery Green also functions as a civic focal point by offering recreational opportunities for all ages.

Some of these features include:

The Playground A one-of-a-kind children’s play area with playground equipment designed to reflect the “central flyway” of migrating birds

Birthday Veranda A covered outdoor gathering area for parties with a children’s stage near the playground

The Gateway Fountain An interactive waterscape, featuring fountain sprays, which is visible from downtown and the playground

The Model Boat Pond A water basin near the playground designed for model boats

The Market Esplanade A central promenade that can accommodate outdoor markets, as well as strolling and art exhibits

The Dining Veranda An open-air dining and activity area overlooking the Great Lawn

Amphitheater and Outdoor Stage An open-air stage surrounded by a sloped lawn that can comfortably accommodate 1,000 guests for lunch time and evening musical, theatrical and dance performances

The Bandstand A gazebo bandstand in the urban garden, that can provide background music for those enjoying the garden

Dog Areas Separate fenced area for large and small dogs inviting the four-legged family members to enjoy the park

The Picnic Area A special outdoor dining area on the Great Lawn, near the playground

The Jogging Trail A one-half mile loop surrounding the park, designed for the running enthusiast

The Recreation Fields Lawn areas and paved surfaces, offering a wide array of recreational options

The Restaurant A dining destination with outdoor terraces and second floor deck

The Family Café A casual café with counter service and terrace seating on the pond

The Theatrical Space Indoor support space for performances adjacent to the café

Park Office In a central location for park management, security and restrooms

The Reading Rooms Indoor and outdoor reading areas with WiFi accessibility.



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