Historical MarkerLawrence Cemetery
Terrell · Kaufman County · Dedicated 1991 · THC Atlas #5257008531
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Marker Inscription
In 1873, soon after the Texas and Pacific Railroad built a line through this area, a group of investors formed the Texas Colony Association with the goal of promoting a town. Named for one of the company directors, the town of Lawrence was established and soon boasted numerous homes and businesses. This community cemetery began that same year with the burial of seven-month-old Katie D. Hibbler. Now containing more than 400 graves, including those of many pioneers, the Lawrence Cemetery stands as a reminder of the area's early history.
About this site
Lawrence Cemetery is a historical marker in Terrell, Kaufman County, dedicated in 1991. It is one of 90 historical markers documented in Kaufman County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 178 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 32.7432, -96.3358 near Terrell. The nearest cataloged historic site is Lawrence-Mt Calvary (cemetery), about 0.3 miles away. Others within a short drive include New Oakwood Cemetery, Texas Midland Railroad, and Oakland-Terrell Cemetery.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5257008531. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
