Historic cemeteries in
Grayson, Texas

Akers Cemetery Allison Cemetery Basin Springs Cemetery Bethany Cemetery Bethel Baptist Cemetery Binion Cemetery Brooks Cemetery Browning Family Cemetery Bush Cemetery Calvary Cemetery Cannon Cemetery Cedar Cemetery Cedar Mills Cemetery Cedarlawn Cemetery Cherry Cemetery Cherry Mound Cemetery Christian Chapel Cemetery Dixie Cemetery Dugan Cemetery Dye Cemetery Elliott Cemetery Enterprise Cemetery Ethel Cemetery Everheart-Canaan Cemetery Fairview Cemetery Georgetown Cemetery Gordonville Cemetery Greenwood Cemetery Gunter Cemetery Hagerman Cemetery Hall Cemetery Holloway Cemetery Iron Ore Creek Cemetery Isom Cemetery Keirsey Cemetery Kendall Chapel Cemetery King Cemetery Langford Cemetery Liberty Cemetery Luella Cemetery Luper Cemetery Macomb Cemetery Mayrant Cemetery McDonald Cemetery Montgomery Cemetery Morris Cemetery Mt Zion Cemetery Mt. Tabor Cemetery New Negro Slave Cemetery Noel Cemetery North Cemetery Oak Ridge Cemetery Oakwood Cemetery Odell Cemetery Preston Bend Cemetery Providence Cemetery Ragsdale Cemetery Rosehill Cemetery Sadler Cemetery Tioga Cemetery Tuck Cemetery Unknown (across From Georgetown Cem) Cemetery Unknown (Collinsville) Cemetery Unknown (Dripping Springs Ch) Cemetery Unknown (Edwards Chapel) Cemetery Unknown (Frienship Ch) Cemetery Unknown (Hebron Ch) Cemetery Unknown (Hilton) Cemetery Unknown (N Of Red Branch) Cemetery Unknown (N Of Red Branch, Rock Creek)) Cemetery Unknown (Pilot Grove) Cemetery Unknown (Pilot Grove, Corner Creek) Cemetery Unknown (Sandy Springs Ch) Cemetery Unknown (Shannon Ch) Cemetery Unknown (Sherman) Cemetery Unknown (SW Of Fairview Cem) Cemetery Unknown Grave (Welch Cem) Cemetery Unknown Graves (Campbell Cem) Cemetery Unknown Graves (Mayrant Cem) Cemetery Van Alstyne Cemetery Vittitoe Cemetery Walthall Cemetery Washburn Cemetery Welch Cemetery West Hill Cemetery Whitaker Cemetery White Mound Cemetery Whitesboro Cemetery Worden Cemetery
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Grayson County, Texas has a rich history dating back to the early 19th century. The area that is now Grayson County was originally inhabited by various Native American tribes, including the Caddo, Tonkawa, and Shawnee. However, European settlers began arriving in the area in the early 1800s, leading to conflicts and the eventual displacement of the Native American populations.

The county itself was established in 1846 and named after Peter Wagener Grayson, a lawyer who served in the Texas legislature. Grayson County quickly grew as settlers moved into the region, attracted by the fertile land and opportunities for farming and ranching. The county's economy flourished with the arrival of the railroad in the late 1800s, which facilitated transportation of goods and boosted trade in the area.

During the Civil War, Grayson County largely supported the Confederacy, and many residents volunteered to serve in the Southern army. After the war, the county faced challenges as it struggled to rebuild and recover from the economic and social impacts of the conflict. However, the discovery of oil in the early 20th century brought a new wave of prosperity to Grayson County. Oil fields were developed, attracting workers and boosting the local economy.

Today, Grayson County continues to thrive as a vibrant and growing community. It is home to several cities, including Sherman, the county seat, and Denison. The county is known for its natural beauty, including Lake Texoma, which is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, and camping. Grayson County also boasts a rich cultural heritage, with numerous historical sites, museums, and festivals that celebrate its unique history and traditions.

This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Grayson County, Texas.

  • 1836 - The Republic of Texas is established, including the area now known as Grayson County.
  • 1846 - Grayson County is officially organized and named after Peter W. Grayson, a hero of the Texas Revolution.
  • 1850 - The first courthouse is built in Sherman, becoming the county seat.
  • 1871 - The arrival of the Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railroad sparks growth in the county.
  • 1872 - Sherman is incorporated as a city.
  • 1896 - The Red River Bridge, connecting Grayson County to the Oklahoma Territory, is completed.
  • 1900 - The population of Grayson County reaches over 40,000 residents.
  • 1930s - Grayson County is affected by the Great Depression, but starts recovering through federal programs.
  • 1960s - Lake Texoma is created by the Army Corps of Engineers, providing recreational opportunities.
  • 1990s - Grayson County experiences rapid growth due to its proximity to the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
  • 2006 - The Grayson County Courthouse, built in 1910, undergoes major renovations.