Franklin North and South Cemetery

The earliest marked stone here (1867) predates Franklin's founding. The site served as a final resting place for members of the area's African American community, and graves include those of important early leaders, citizens and veterans. A 1908 deed formally set aside the land. Use of the cemetery declined over the years, and an association formed in 1982 to restore and maintain the site, since enlarged. Today, Franklin North and South Cemetery is an important reminder of African American history in Robertson County. Historic Texas Cemetery - 2003

Franklin North and South Cemetery is a historical marker in Franklin, Robertson County, dedicated in 2003. It is one of 63 historical markers documented in Robertson County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 103 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 31.0151, -96.4843 near Franklin. The nearest cataloged historic site is Franklin Cemetery (historical marker), about 0.4 miles away. Others within a short drive include Robertson County Courthouse, Franklin, and Robertson County Courthouse.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5507015557. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.