This grave yard is on top of a mountain looking down at the old mine and the old mining town (MaCaysville). People who was killed worked in the mine were also barred here. Here is what the sign reads at the entrance:
This land was purchased in 1871 by the Trustees of the Methodist Episcopal Church for $95.25. It was to be the site of the divine worship and a parsonage. However, for some unknown reason, it be came a burial ground for the early pioneers. Over 250 people are buried here. Many of the graves are marked with a beautiful monuments. Others, who are unknown, are marked only with a rock.
Over the years, the cemetery was banned and forgotten. Vandalism took place. The beautiful monuments that are standing today were overturned and graffiti written on some of them. Vegetation was allowed to grow and take over the ground.
In 2007 work began to restore the cemetery and to have it listed on the National Historic Register. With a lot of hard work, determination and persistence of a few people, on July16, 2008 the cemetery was placed on the National Historic Register of Historic Places.
May these Pioneers rest in peace with Dignity and Respect.