Old Settler's Cemetery

(0.2 miles west) Settlement of this area began as a result of railroad development through north Brazoria County in 1882. First known as Mark Belt, the townsite was platted in 1894 and named Pearland because of the abundance of pear orchards in the vicinity. An advertising campaign featuring favorable farm conditions brought many settlers to the area in the 1890s. Although some were discouraged by storm and freeze damage to their homes and crops in the early years, many remained and established permanent homes. A community graveyard was begun with the burial of pioneer Echolean C. Ackerly, who died August 11, 1894. Four years later her burial plot and the surrounding land was officially dedicated as a cemetery. Six Civil War veterans are interred in the graveyard. The cemetery contains many types of burials. The early practice of scraping the earth over graves was followed by cement paving, gravel cover, and bricking. Styles of gravestones range from simple stone markers to tombstones featuring elaborately carved decorations. Old Settlers Cemetery remained the primary community burial ground until 1936. It continues to serve as a reminder of Pearland's early history. (1988)

Old Settler's Cemetery is a historical marker in Pearland, Brazoria County, dedicated in 1988. It is one of 125 historical markers documented in Brazoria County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 223 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 29.5777, -95.2907 near Pearland. The nearest cataloged historic site is Garden of Angels (cemetery), about 0.7 miles away. Others within a short drive include Robert L. and Julia Martin Hunter, South Park Cemetery, and Zychlinski Park.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5039009593. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.