Historic cemeteries in Montgomery, Texas
Baker Cemetery
Barry-Matthews Cemetery
Bays Chapel Cemetery
Beeson Cemetery
Bethel Cemetery
Boeykn Cemetery
Cartwright Cemetery
Collier-Moore Cemetery
Community Cemetery
Conroe Memorial Cemetery
Conroe Memorial Park-Mims Cemetery
Copeland Chapel Cemetery
Crawford Cemetery
Cude Cemetery
Danville Cemetery
Danville-Shepherd Hill Cemetery
Decker Prairie Cemetery #1
Decker Prairie Cemetery #2
Dr. Charles B. Stewert Cemetery
Duprie Cemetery
East River Baptist Church Cemetery
Ebenezer Cemetery
Enloe Cemetery
Forest Park Cemetery
Fostoria Cemetery #1
Fostoria Cemetery #2
Frank E. Leonard Grave Cemetery
Freeman Cemetery
Garden Park Cemetery
Golden Gate Cemetery
Goodson Cemetery
Gorgey Cemetery
Grater-Dry Creek Cemetery
Graveyard Cemetery
Griffith Cemetery
Hickory Grove Cemetery
Jacob Shannon Evergreen Cemetery
John English Cemetery
Johnson Cemetery
Johnson Road-Votaw Cemetery
Jones Chapel Cemetery
Keenan Cemetery
Kidd Cemetery #1
Kidd Cemetery #2
Kingwood Funeral Home Cemetery
Koonce-Urech Cemetery
Lakeview-Plainview Cemetery
Landrum-Springer Cemetery
Lee Allen Grave Cemetery
Lee Cemetery
Lewis Dupree Cemetery
Lowery Cemetery
Madeley Cemetery
Magnolia Cemetery
Major & Margaret Uzelle Graves Cemetery
Malone Cemetery
Martin Cemetery No.1
Martin Hill Cemetery
Mausoleum Of The Cross Cemetery
Miller Graves Cemetery
Mink Cemetery
Mizell Cemetery
Montgomery Memorial Cemetery
Moore Grave Cemetery
Morgan Cemetery
Mostyn-Tillis Prairie Cemetery
Mt. Pleasant Cemetery
Mt. Zion Cemetery
Mt. Zion Cemetery
Mt. Zion Cemetery
New Bethlehem Cemetery
New Home Cemetery
New Montgomery Cemetery
Oakley-White Oak Cemetery
Oakwood Cemetery
Oklahoma Cemetery
Old Bird Cemetery
Old China Grove Cemetery
Old Dean Cemetery
Old Methodist Cemetery
Old Rocky Cemetery
Old Smith Cemetery
Pate Cemetery
Pauluka Gravesite Cemetery
Peterson Cemetery
Pilgreen Cemetery
Pleasant Grove Cemetery
Post Oak Cemetery
Prairie Cemetery
Prater Cemetery
Prater Cemetery
Presswood-Roberts Cemetery
Private Cemetery
Ratliff Cemetery
Rayford Rest Cemetery
Reaves Cemetery
Red Bluff Cemetery
Richard Williams Cemetery
Robinson-Brown Cemetery
Robinson-McFaddin Cemetery
Rose Cemetery
Rosewood Cemetery
Rosewood Funeral Home Cemetery
Rosewood Memorial Park Cemetery
Rosewood Memorial Park Cemetery-North
Saddler Cemetery
Sanders Cemetery
Sapp Cemetery
Scotts Ridge Cemetery
Security Cemetery
Shepard Hill Catholic Cemetery
Singleton Cemetery
Skinner Cemetery
Small Private Cemetery
Splendora Cemetery
Spring Branch Cemetery
St. Bulah Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery
St. John’s Catholic Church Cemetery
Steger Cemetery
Stowe Cemetery
Sugar Hill-Martin Cemetery
Sweet Rest -Tamina Cemetery
Texas Cemetery
Travis-Turner Cemetery
Turner-Simmons Cemetery
Turner-Thomas Cemetery
Turner-Tree Monkey Road Cemetery
Two Single Graves Cemetery
Union Grove Cemetery
Unknown #6 (Carver Sch) Cemetery
Unknown Cemetery #1
Unknown Cemetery #2
Unknown Cemetery #3
Unknown Cemetery #4
Unknown Cemetery #5
Vick’s Cemetery
Waller Cemetery
Weaver Memorial Cemetery
Whispering Pines Cemetery
Willis Cemetery
Womack Cemetery
Womack-Cawthorn-Sturges Cemetery
Womack-Springer Cemetery
Wood Cemetery
Yell Cemetery #1
Yell Cemetery #2
About Montgomery County
Montgomery County Timeline
Montgomery County, located in southeast Texas, has a rich history dating back thousands of years. The region was originally inhabited by various Native American tribes, including the Atakapa and Bidai peoples, who relied on the abundant natural resources of the forests, rivers, and prairies.
In the early 19th century, European settlers began to arrive in the area, attracted by the fertile land and opportunities for trade. The region's first settlement, Montgomery, was established in 1822 and quickly became a center for the burgeoning lumber industry. The town was named after the commander of the Battle of the Alamo, General Richard Montgomery.
The growth of Montgomery County continued throughout the 19th century as more settlers arrived and industries such as agriculture and oil production developed. The discovery of oil in 1931 in the nearby East Texas Oil Field brought economic prosperity to the county, attracting new businesses and residents. The booming oil industry fueled development and expansion, transforming the area into a thriving community.
In recent decades, Montgomery County has experienced rapid population growth and suburbanization. The county's proximity to Houston, combined with its natural beauty and amenities, has attracted many families and businesses. Today, Montgomery County is known for its diverse economy, including sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, tourism, and agriculture. The county also offers a high quality of life with its excellent schools, recreational opportunities, and strong sense of community.
In the early 19th century, European settlers began to arrive in the area, attracted by the fertile land and opportunities for trade. The region's first settlement, Montgomery, was established in 1822 and quickly became a center for the burgeoning lumber industry. The town was named after the commander of the Battle of the Alamo, General Richard Montgomery.
The growth of Montgomery County continued throughout the 19th century as more settlers arrived and industries such as agriculture and oil production developed. The discovery of oil in 1931 in the nearby East Texas Oil Field brought economic prosperity to the county, attracting new businesses and residents. The booming oil industry fueled development and expansion, transforming the area into a thriving community.
In recent decades, Montgomery County has experienced rapid population growth and suburbanization. The county's proximity to Houston, combined with its natural beauty and amenities, has attracted many families and businesses. Today, Montgomery County is known for its diverse economy, including sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, tourism, and agriculture. The county also offers a high quality of life with its excellent schools, recreational opportunities, and strong sense of community.
Montgomery County Timeline
This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Montgomery County, Texas.
- 1837 - Montgomery County was established on December 14, 1837.
- 1838 - The town of Montgomery was chosen as the county seat.
- 1842 - The first county courthouse was built in Montgomery.
- 1850 - The population of the county was 2,253.
- 1870 - The county seat was moved from Montgomery to Conroe.
- 1889 - The first railroad, International and Great Northern, arrived in the county.
- 1936 - Lake Conroe was constructed as a water supply reservoir.
- 1970 - The population of the county exceeded 100,000.
- 1981 - The Woodlands, a master-planned community, was founded.
- 2001 - Montgomery County suffered significant damage from Tropical Storm Allison.
- 2018 - The population of the county reached over 590,000.