Take This Living History Cemetery Tour In Nacogdoches, Texas

This is the perfect weekend to visit Nacogdoches. The azaleas are in full bloom and the weather will be just perfect.

There is something for everyone from live music to art exhibits. If you were thinking about getting out and enjoying some in-person interaction this would be a great time to go for it.

You could go to the Garden Gala Day 2022 Plant Sale or check out the Living History of Oak Grove Cemetery tour.

Living History Of Oak Grove Cemetery Tour In Nacogdoches, Texas

Saturday, April 9th, 2022 tours of the Oak Grove Cemetery, led by the Nacogdoches Historical Society, will begin at 10 am and a new tour will start every 15 minutes until 11:45 am.

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Oak Grove Cemetery is one of our state's most famous cemeteries. Four people that signed the Texas Declaration of Independence are buried there.

This year's theme is "Community Pillars & Pillars - The Good and the Questionable." You will get to hear from the actual people that played a huge role in the history of Nacogdoches.

What To Expect On This Cemetery Tour In Nacogdoches

The following Oak Grove residents will be brought to life by people portraying them and telling you their story.

1. Mary Rusk 1809 - 1856 (Elaine Lambright)

2. Frost Thorn 1793 - 1854 (Scott Sosebee)

3. Virginia F. Allen Muller 1846 - 1881 (Mary Tucker)

4. Richard Parmalee 1817 - 1855 (Grant Hanes)

5. Lera Millard Thomas 1900 - 1993 (Kristeen Hanes)

Tickets are $10 each, and kids 10 and under are free. The tickets can be purchased the day of across from the Oak Grove Cemetery entrance. For more information call them at 936-560-4441.

Nina's Tacos Y Mas

Nina's Tacos Y Mas is now open in Lufkin at 1005 E. Denman Avenue. Take a look at their menu, their dining area and plates of some of their delicious food.