Historic cemeteries in
Galveston, Texas

Alta Loma Cemetery Barber's Chapel Cemetery Beth Jacob Cemetery Boehl Family Previous Location (moved To Lakeview Cemetery In 1989) B’nai Israel Congregation Cemetery--Section Calvary Catholic Cemetery Campbell's Cemetery Caplan Cemetery Catholic Cemetery,.Old Crenshaw Family Cemetery Dickinson Cemetery Douroux Family Cemetery Episcopal Cemetery Galveston Evergreen Cemetery Evergreen Cemetery Fairview Cemetery Flake Atikinson Family Cemetery Friends Church Cemetery Galveston County Poor Farm Cemetery Galveston Memorial Cemetery Galveston Municipal Cemetery Grace Memorial Cemetery Greek Orthodox Cemetery Hebrew Cemetery #1 Hebrew Benevolent Cemetery High Island Cemetery High Island Annex Cemetery Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Cemetery Hypolite Perthius Cemetery Kelsey Family Cemetery Lakeview Cemetery Magnolia Cemetery, Dickinson Magnolia Creek Cemetery Magnolia Grove Cemetery Galveston Mainland Cemetery Mainland Memorial Cemetery Mount Olivet Catholic Cemetery New City Cemetery Old City Cemetery Old Hitchcock Cemetery Oleander Cemetery Opitz Beguin Family Cemetery Patton Cemetery At Cyrstal Beach Park Paul's Union Church Cemetery Phillips Memorial Cemetery Port Bolivar Community Cemetery Rising Star Cemetery Rosewood Cemetery San Leon Cemetery Serbian Orothodox Cemetery Simpton Cemetery Stewart Ranch Cemetery Sun Oil Cemetery Texas City Memorial Cemetery Unknown Cemetery Wern Cemetery
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Texas random facts
Galveston County, located on the Gulf Coast of Texas, has a rich and fascinating history that dates back centuries. The area was inhabited by Native American tribes for thousands of years before European explorers arrived in the 16th century. Spanish explorers were among the first to visit the region, followed by French and English explorers in the 17th and 18th centuries.

In 1816, Pirate Jean Lafitte established a short-lived settlement on Galveston Island, which became a haven for smugglers and criminals. However, the pirate era came to an end when the Mexican government took control of Texas and drove out Lafitte and his fellow pirates.

The 19th century saw Galveston County become a major seaport and commercial center. In 1839, the city of Galveston was founded and quickly grew in size and prosperity. The city became an important hub for the Texas cotton industry and played a significant role in the Texas Revolution and the Civil War.

However, Galveston faced numerous challenges throughout its history, including devastating hurricanes. The most notable was the Great Storm of 1900, which remains the deadliest natural disaster in U.S. history, claiming thousands of lives and causing extensive damage. Despite the destruction, Galveston rebuilt and implemented engineering projects, including the construction of a seawall, to protect the city from future hurricanes.

Today, Galveston County is a popular tourist destination, known for its beautiful beaches, historic architecture, and vibrant cultural scene. The county has successfully preserved its rich heritage while embracing modern development, making it a unique and diverse place to visit and live.

This timeline provides a concise overview of the key events in the history of Galveston County, Texas.

  • 1528 - Spanish explorer Cabeza de Vaca becomes the first known European to set foot on Galveston Island
  • 1816 - Pirate Jean Lafitte establishes a base on Galveston Island
  • 1825 - Galveston becomes a port of entry for the newly formed Republic of Mexico
  • 1836 - Galveston becomes an important port during the Texas Revolution
  • 1839 - The City of Galveston is officially incorporated
  • 1854 - Galveston becomes the largest city in Texas
  • 1900 - Galveston is struck by a devastating hurricane, resulting in over 6,000 deaths
  • 1901 - Oil is discovered in nearby Spindletop, leading to a period of economic growth
  • 1957 - The world's first offshore drilling rig is built in Galveston
  • 2008 - Hurricane Ike causes significant damage to Galveston