Marker Inscription
City of Cedar Hill Prospective settlers who traveled to this area during the 19th century were attracted to its high prairie hill and established a community here known as Cedar Hill in the late 1840s. Its early economy was based on providing support services for the surrounding farm communities. Cedar Hill was struck by a disastrous tornado in 1856, which slowed growth until the railroad came through in 1882. The town experienced a transition from rural to urban development during the late 20th century. It remains one of Dallas County's oldest settlements.
About this site
Cedar Hill is a historical marker in Cedar Hill, Dallas County, dedicated in 1985. It is one of 348 historical markers documented in Dallas County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 531 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 32.5898, -96.9474 near Cedar Hill. The nearest cataloged historic site is Straus House (historic place), about 0.4 miles away. Others within a short drive include Crawford's Tornado Graveyard, Roberts House, Dr. R. A., and Roberts, Dr. Rufus A., House.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5113006642. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
