Historic cemeteries in
Presidio, Texas

Adobe Cemetery Adobes Community Cemetery Alamito Cemetery Annerto Cemetery Bacza Family Cemetery Burgess Family Cemetery Candelaria Cemetery Casa Blanca Cemetery Chinati Cemetery Crawford-Smith Rock Cairns Cemetery El Cementerio Del Bario De Los Lipanes Cemetery Fuentes Cemetery Grave On Bright Ranch Cemetery Grave On Cielo Ranch Cemetery Haciendita Cemetery Holmes Cemetery Indio Community Cemetery Loma Pelona Cemetery Marfa Cemetery Medians Cemetery Merced Cemetery Moreno Family Cemetery Ochoa Family Cemetery Old Shafter Cemetery Orosco Grave Cemetery Presidio Cemetery Redford Community Cemetery Santo Theresa Catholic Cemetery Soza Family Cemetery Spencer Cemetery Unknown (Alamo Seco Spring) Cemetery Unknown Cemetery #1 Unknown Cemetery #10 Unknown Cemetery #11 Unknown Cemetery #12 Unknown Cemetery #13 Unknown Cemetery #15 Unknown Cemetery #16 Unknown Cemetery #17 Unknown Cemetery #18 Unknown Cemetery #19 Unknown Cemetery #2 Unknown Cemetery #20 Unknown Cemetery #21 Unknown Cemetery #3 Unknown Cemetery #5 Unknown Cemetery #6 Unknown Cemetery #7 Unknown Cemetery #8 Unknown Cemetery #9 Unknown Grave #1 Cemetery Unknown Grave #2 Cemetery Unknown Grave #3 Cemetery Unknown Grave #4 Cemetery Unknown Grave #5 Cemetery Unknown Grave #6 Cemetery Unverified Grave At La Scortcha SIte Cemetery Yucca Hill Cemetery
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Presidio County is located in southwestern Texas and has a rich and varied history. The area was initially inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Apache and Comanche. In the 17th century, Spanish explorers arrived in the region and established the first European settlements. These settlements served as military outposts, or presidios, hence the name "Presidio County."

During the 19th century, Presidio County played a significant role in the Texas Revolution and the Mexican-American War. Fort Leaton, a well-preserved adobe fort, served as an important staging point for both conflicts. In 1848, the Amistad Expedition, a slave rebellion, took place in the county. This event resulted in international controversy and contributed to shifting attitudes towards slavery in Texas.

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Presidio County experienced growth and development due to several factors. The arrival of the Southern Pacific Railroad in 1882 spurred economic activity and brought more settlers to the area. Agriculture, particularly ranching and farming, became the primary industries. The county's proximity to the Rio Grande also made it an important trade hub.

However, Presidio County faced challenges and hardships as well. The Mexican Revolution, which began in 1910, had a significant impact on the region due to its borderland location. Smuggling, violence, and instability became prevalent, affecting the county's economy and population. Today, Presidio County reflects its diverse history, with cultural influences from Native American, Spanish, Mexican, and American settlers shaping its identity.

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

  • 1850 - Presidio County established as one of the original 36 counties of Texas
  • 1854 - Fort Defiance established near Presidio to protect against Native American raids
  • 1875 - Presidio County seat moved from Fort Davis to Marfa
  • 1882 - Marfa and Presidio connected by the Galveston, Harrisburg and San Antonio Railway
  • 1884 - The Chinati Mountains declared a federal game reserve, later becoming Chinati Mountains State Natural Area
  • 1933 - Marfa becomes a major cattle-shipping center with the construction of the Presidio County Courthouse
  • 1998 - Marfa becomes known as an arts destination, after the artist Donald Judd establishes the Chinati Foundation