Historic cemeteries in
Hidalgo, Texas

Abram Cemetery Anacuitas Cemetery Anahuac Cemetery Asadores Ranch Cemetery Asociacion Del Cementerio La Piedad Cemetery Balli Cemetery Bautista Cemetery Bazan Ranch Cemetery Benavides Ranch Cemetery Brewster Cemetery Brushwood Cemetery Campacuas Cemetery Cavazos Cemetery Cementerio De Las Burras Cemetery Cuevitas Cemetery Don Patricio Gonzalez Cemetery Donna City Cemetery Ebony Grove Cemetery El Capote Cemetery El Cibolo Cemetery El Desierto Ranch Cemetery El Rucio Ranch Cemetery Eli Jackson Cemetery Ester G. Cantu Cemetery Former Location Of Forester Gravesite Cemetery Garden Of Angels Cemetery Granjeno Cemetery Guadalupe Cemetery Guzman-Toluca Cemetery Handy Cemetery Hargill Cemetery Havana Cemetery Hidalgo City Cemetery Hidalgo County Pauper Cemetery Highland Memorial Cemetery Hillcrest Memorial Park Cemetery Immaculate Conception Cemetery Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery Jackson Ranch Cemetery Jesus Maria Cemetery Kelley's Rancho Blanco Cemetery La Joya Cemetery Laguna Seca Cemetery Lakeview Cemetery Laurel Hill Cemetery Longoria Ranch Cemetery Los Ebanos Cemetery Los Pajaritos Cemetery Magic Valley Cemetery Mercedes Memorial Restlawn Cemetery Nino Jesus De Praga Cemetery Nogal Cemetery Null Ranch Cemetery Our Lady Of Mercy Cemetery Palm Valley Memorial Gardens Cemetery Pena Cemetery Peñitas Cemetery (Penitas) Prince Of Peace Presbyterian Cemetery Relampago Cemetery Restlawn Cemetery Rios Family Cemetery Rosario Cemetery Roselawn Cemetery Sam Lane Ranch Cemetery San Jose Cemetery San Jose Cemetery San Juan City Cemetery San Manuel Cemetery San Pedro Cemetery Santa Ana Cemetery Santa Anita Ranch Cemetery Santa Guadalupe Torero Cemetery Santa Monica Cemetery Santa Rita Garza Cemetery Santa Rita Nuevo Cemetery Santa Rita Viejo Cemetery Santos Valdez Cemetery St Joseph's Cemetery Stockholm Community Cemetery Temple Emanuel Cemetery Toluca Cemetery Val Verde Memorial Gardens Cemetery Valdez Ranch Cemetery Valley Memorial Gardens Cemetery Wamler Family Cemetery Webber Ranch Cemetery Weslaco City Cemetery Zacatal Ranch Cemetery
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Hidalgo County, located in Southern Texas, has a rich history that spans back thousands of years. The region was initially inhabited by various Native American tribes, including the Coahuiltecan, Karankawa, and Caddo peoples. These tribes thrived in the area, relying on agriculture, hunting, fishing, and trade.

In the 16th century, Spanish explorers arrived in the region, bringing new settlers and establishing missions. During this time, the land belonged to Spain and was considered a part of New Spain. The Spanish influence can still be seen today in the names of many cities and landmarks in Hidalgo County.

In the 19th century, Mexico gained independence from Spain and Hidalgo County became part of the Mexican state of Tamaulipas. However, with the Texas Revolution in 1836, the region became a part of the Republic of Texas and was eventually incorporated into the United States with the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo in 1848.

During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Hidalgo County experienced significant growth due to the expansion of the railroad industry and the development of irrigation techniques. This led to the establishment of prosperous agricultural communities, with cotton being the main cash crop. Over time, the population became increasingly diverse, with a mix of Mexican, Anglo-American, and other immigrant communities.

Today, Hidalgo County is a thriving region known for its vibrant culture, strong agricultural industry, and close proximity to the US-Mexico border. It is home to cities such as McAllen and Edinburg, as well as popular tourist attractions like the Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge and the International Museum of Art and Science. The county continues to evolve, with a growing population and a dynamic economy driven by healthcare, education, manufacturing, and international trade.

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

  • 1749 - The area that is now Hidalgo County is explored by Spanish explorers.
  • 1767 - The Spanish government establishes a settlement called Reynosa in the area.
  • 1821 - Mexico gains independence from Spain, and Hidalgo County becomes a part of Mexico.
  • 1836 - Texas declares independence from Mexico, and Hidalgo County becomes a part of the Republic of Texas.
  • 1848 - The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo is signed, ending the Mexican-American War, and Hidalgo County becomes a part of the United States.
  • 1852 - Hidalgo County is officially established as a county in the state of Texas.
  • 1909 - The city of McAllen is founded.
  • 1944 - The Hidalgo County Courthouse, a historic landmark, is completed.
  • 1954 - The Hidalgo County Water Improvement District No. 4 is created to provide irrigation and drainage services.
  • 1970 - The population of Hidalgo County reaches over 200,000.
  • 2001 - The new Hidalgo County Administration Building opens.