Tag: history
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Remembering Alexandria’s Civil War Past: A Tale of Two Colonels
Divided by war, united in memory—Alexandria’s Civil War story lives on through Confederate and Union leaders buried side by side, freed communities rising in Cedar Hill, and a young W.E.B. Du Bois teaching nearby.
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The Beginnings of Alexandria, Tennessee
Alexandria, founded in 1806 by Daniel Alexander in Tennessee, became part of DeKalb County in 1837. Early records indicate a thriving community, eventually growing to 380 residents by 1854. Despite challenges like floods and a devastating fire in 1906, Alexandria’s historical legacy continues through its architecture and notable residents.
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What is in a name? Stories beneath the stones…
The Seay Chapel Cemetery, once a gathering place for worship and remembrance, is now a resting place for potentially 500 African American individuals. Some lived their entire life in slavery, others were born into slavery and found freedom in their lifetimes. Others were born free, but lived in a world that did not always treat…
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Welcome to the Alexandria Historic Cemeteries District: A Journey Through History, Heritage, and Hope
Tucked away in the quiet heart of Alexandria, Tennessee lies a sacred collection of spaces where history breathes beneath the trees, and stories live on in weathered stones and quiet paths. The Alexandria Historic Cemeteries District is more than a preservation project — it’s a community-led commitment to restoring dignity, celebrating heritage, and honoring the…
