Directions

4.5 miles southwest of Tennyson on US 277, at its intersection with FM 2333

 

Information

Burials from late 19th century to present

 

History

Established by pioneers of Mule Creek community, a small frontier settlement founded in 19th century. Said to be named either for (1) an early horse and mule ranch, or (2) a stagecoach mule that died at a creek which runs nearby. The Abilene-Fort Concho stage once served area. For years the principal building was a combination school-church. Inscriptions of tombstones chronicle history of the community. In spring, grounds are covered with bluebonnets. (1971) - Historical Marker Text

 

This cemetery has been abstracted by SAGHS members. The abstracted information (inscriptions) can be found in our Stalkin' Kin in Old West Texas quarterly publication:

 

Vol. 7, Iss. 4, Pg. 161-165

 

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