Miraflores is a beautiful outdoor sculpture garden that was listed on the National Register in 2006 and declared a State Archaeological Landmark in 2009. The contemplative garden was built by Dr. Aureliano Urrutia (beginning ca. 1923) as a reminder of his native Xochimilco, Mexico. The garden you see today is thanks to restoration work done in accordance with the regulations of the Texas Historical Commission.
The entry gate towers have been straightened and reinforced, the lanterns, tile murals, stone wall, and metal fence restored, the stone repaired and cleaned. Damaged and deteriorated ceramic tiles on the entry gate towers have been documented, removed, and new ceramic tiles, made in Puebla, Mexico from the same region as the original tiles, have been installed. Miraflores is currently closed but efforts are underway to restore and open the garden to the public.
