The Limestone County Historical Commission has made cemetery preservation an important part of its preservation efforts.  Cemeteries can provide a great deal of information about the past.  They can reveal information about historical events, religious beliefs, lifestyles, and genealogy.  Cemeteries are often the last reminders of early communities, and grave markers serve as a directory of early residents and reflect the cultural diversity and population of an area. 

Unfortunately, historic cemeteries do not always remain permanent reminders of our heritage.  Through neglect and lack of maintenance they are subject to long term deterioration from natural forces such as weathering and uncontrolled vegetation.  The lack of fencing can allow cattle and other livestock to topple and break tombstones.  Development and construction projects can also be a threat.  In recent times, vandalism of cemeteries has been increasing as well.

The Limestone County Historical Commission's cemetery preservation program includes the following:

• Promoting the Historic Texas Cemetery Designation program within the county
• Completing applications for Historic Texas Cemetery Designation
• Locating and mapping all known cemeteries in the county
• Conducting surveys of all graves within each cemetery
• Photographing every tombstone in each cemetery
• Fencing unfenced cemeteries
• Cleaning the most neglected cemeteries
• Publishing a Limestone County cemetery book

Click on the name of each cemetery to view a brief history.