Cedar Grove Community

Following the Civil War, a group of freedmen established the Cedar Grove community, coming here to take advantage of the area's strong cotton market. The community was named for the cedars that once existed here before they were cut for lumber. A focal point for the residents was the Cedar Grove Community Church, which members of the Spears Chapel Church helped organize. A school, which first met in the church building, and several businesses also existed. Although Cedar Grove declined due to the discontinuation of river transportation in the 1880s and disease and floods in the early 20th century, the church and a cemetery serve as reminders of the former community. (2008)

Cedar Grove Community is a historical marker in Burkeville, Newton County, dedicated in 2008. It is one of 43 historical markers documented in Newton County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 126 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 30.9452, -93.5927 near Burkeville. The nearest cataloged historic site is Dickerson (cemetery), about 1.7 miles away. Others within a short drive include Bonner, Bonner Cemetery, and St Johns.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5507015414. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.