Historic cemeteries in
Marion, Texas

Beamer Davis Cemetery Brantly Cemetery Burks Hart Cemetery Cedar Grove Cemetery Cedar Grove Cemetery #1 Core Cemetery Core Cemetery Douglas Cemetery Frazier Cemetery Frith-Jones Cemetery Gray Cemetery Judea Cemetery Lockett Cemetery Macedonia Cemetery Meadows Cemetery Monterey Cemetery Moore's Chapel Cemetery Moseley Cemetery Mount Olive Cemetery Mount Sinai Cemetery New Prospect Cemetery New Zion Cemetery Oakwood Cemetery Old Foundry Cemetery Pyland Cemetery Pyland Cemetery #2 Rand Cemetery Savannah Cemetery Simmons Cemetery Taylor Cemetery Unknown Cemetery Unknown Cemetery Unknown Cemetery Unknown (Bethlehem Ch) Cemetery Unknown (Corinth Ch) Cemetery Unknown (Cypress Chapel) Cemetery Unknown (Mt Carmel Ch) Cemetery Unknown (Mt Pilgrim Ch) Cemetery Unknown (Trinity Ch) Cemetery Unknown (Union Ch) Cemetery Unknown (Warlock) Cemetery Unknown Grave (south Of Lockett Cem) Cemetery Valley Plains Cemetery Webb Cemetery Wilkinson Cemetery
The first oil well in the United States was drilled in Texas in 1859. The discovery of oil transformed the economy of the state and helped to make Texas one of the wealthiest states in the nation.
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Marion County, located in the eastern part of Texas, has a rich history that dates back to its establishment in 1860. The county was named after Francis Marion, a Revolutionary War hero known as the "Swamp Fox."

The early settlement in Marion County was primarily driven by the sawmill industry, as many settlers arrived to exploit the vast pine forests in the area. Lumber became a major source of economic growth, leading to the establishment of several sawmills and the development of a thriving logging community. However, the decline of the timber industry in the early 20th century had a significant impact on the county's economy.

During the Civil War, Marion County was divided in its loyalties, with some residents supporting the Confederacy and others supporting the Union. The county saw several skirmishes between Confederate and Union forces, with the town of Jefferson acting as an important Confederate supply depot. After the war, many of the county's plantations were abandoned, and former slaves faced economic and social challenges.

In the 20th century, Marion County experienced a revival in its economy through the tourism industry. The historic town of Jefferson, with its well-preserved architecture and rich history, became a popular destination for visitors seeking to experience the charm of the Old South. Today, Marion County boasts a thriving tourism sector, attracting visitors with its historic sites, museums, festivals, and recreational activities in its beautiful natural surroundings.

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

  • 1837: Marion County is established by the Republic of Texas.
  • 1841: Jefferson is chosen as the county seat.
  • 1845: Texas becomes a state.
  • 1861-1865: Marion County residents participate in the American Civil War.
  • 1867: Marion County votes against secession from the United States.
  • 1873: Texas and Pacific Railway completes a railroad line through the county.
  • 1905: A new courthouse is built in Jefferson.
  • 1937: The discovery of oil leads to an economic boom in the county.
  • 1969: The Texas Historical Commission designates Jefferson as a National Historic Landmark.
  • 1984: Jefferson is named the "Bed and Breakfast Capital of Texas."