Meridian in Lauderdale County, Mississippi — The American South (East South Central)
Historic McLemore Cemetery 1839
Erected 1939 by Daughters of the American Revolution, Pushmataha Chapter 1939.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Cemeteries & Burial Sites. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1939.
Location. 32° 22.082′ N, 88° 41.676′ W. Marker is in Meridian, Mississippi, in Lauderdale County. Marker is on 6th Street west of 16th Avenue, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 6th Street, Meridian MS 39301, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. McLemore Cemetery (here, next to this marker); a different marker also named McLemore Cemetery (a few steps from this marker); Jimmie Rodgers & The Blues (approx. 0.2 miles away); Sherman's "Bow Tie" (approx. ¼ mile away); Depot Historic District (approx. ¼ mile away); Meridian (approx. ¼ mile away); Railroads and the War (approx. ¼ mile away); Newell Chapel CME (approx. ¼ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Meridian.
Regarding Historic McLemore Cemetery 1839. The DAR plaque commemorates the 100th anniversary of the cemetery.
Credits. This page was last revised on December 6, 2017. It was originally submitted on December 6, 2017, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. This page has been viewed 213 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on December 6, 2017, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.