Camptown Cemetery

TX

Site Brief:

Founded: 1870

Location: Brenham, TX

Additional name(s): None

Affiliate group(s): None

 

History:

Camptown Cemetery was the earliest black cemetery in Brenham, Texas. Although nearly lapsed into obscurity in the early years of the 21st century, it has been restored and received State Historic Cemetery status. Drawing on the names found there, it has become possible to reconstruct a greater understanding of the influence and reach of the surrounding black community post reconstruction of the community of Camptown.



BCN Contact Information:

Charles Swenson

sahicurn@gmail.com

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