Columbia Cemetery

Founded 1855

Prior to the mining in Columbia, the cemetery was located northwest of main street. In 1855 it was moved here, joining the existing Masonic and I.O.O.F. cemeteries. Ordinance #14, passed and approved on July 1, 1857, declared this ground to be a cemetery.

Dedicated by Golden Era Parlor #99 – Columbia, Native Daughters of the Golden West. 24, April 1989.

Marker can be reached from School House Street.

Courtesy hmdb.org

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