Chelsea in Washtenaw County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Oak Grove Cemetery-Chelsea
The names of many pioneer families are found here: among them are Holmes, Congdon, Kemp and Glazier.
The cemetery is designed with an eye to nature, with winding paths and a variety of trees. The entrance to the cemetery is graced by majestic stone gates. The vault is also constructed of fieldstone locked by a keystone.
Erected by Washtenaw County Historic Distric Commission.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Cemeteries & Burial Sites. A significant historical year for this entry is 1860.
Location. 42° 19.177′ N, 84° 0.888′ W. Marker is in Chelsea, Michigan, in Washtenaw County. Marker is at the intersection of East Middle Street and Madison Street, on the right when traveling east on East Middle Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 321 E Middle St, Chelsea MI 48118, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Oak Grove Cemetery Civil War Memorial (approx. 0.2 miles away); The George W. Palmer and Ida Collins Palmer House (approx. ¼ mile away); Notable 19th & 20th Century Downtown Chelsea Fires (approx. ¼ mile away); History of the Holmes' Cutter (approx. ¼ mile away); Chelsea / Chelsea Depot (approx. ¼ mile away); The Welfare Building (approx. ¼ mile away); First Congregational Church (approx. ¼ mile away); The Livery Lot (approx. ¼ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Chelsea.
Credits. This page was last revised on July 10, 2021. It was originally submitted on July 5, 2021, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. This page has been viewed 217 times since then and 33 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 5, 2021, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. • Mark Hilton was the editor who published this page.