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Fayetteville Confederate Cemetery

A serene Fayetteville cemetery honoring Confederate soldiers, offering historical insights and a place for quiet reflection.

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The Fayetteville Confederate Cemetery is the final resting place for nearly 800 Confederate soldiers who died in northwest Arkansas during the Civil War. Established in 1872 by the Southern Memorial Association, the cemetery offers a poignant look into the past and a place for quiet reflection.

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Local tips

  • The cemetery is open during daylight hours, providing ample time for a visit.
  • Take time to read the informational plaque near the entrance to learn about the cemetery's history.
  • Annual memorial ceremonies are held, typically in early June.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    The Confederate Cemetery is located on East Rock Street. From the Fayetteville Downtown Square, walk east on East Center Street, then turn left onto North East Avenue. Continue onto East Rock Street. The cemetery will be on your left. The walk is approximately 1 mile and should take about 20 minutes.

  • Public Transport

    Ozark Regional Transit (ORT) provides free bus service within Fayetteville. Check the ORT website or app for the most up-to-date route information and schedules to reach the cemetery. From the bus stop, you may need to walk a short distance to the cemetery entrance.

  • Driving

    From I-49, take exit 62 for Wedington Drive/Highway 112. Head east on Wedington Drive, then turn right onto Gregg Avenue. Turn left onto East Rock Street. The cemetery will be on your right. Limited parking is available at the cemetery. Additional parking may be found on nearby streets.

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Nestled on a peaceful hillside overlooking Fayetteville, Arkansas, the Confederate Cemetery serves as a memorial to Confederate soldiers who perished in the region during the Civil War. The Southern Memorial Association of Washington County founded the cemetery in 1872, with the dedication taking place on June 10, 1873. The association gathered remains from battlefields like Pea Ridge and Prairie Grove, providing a final, respectful burial for those who fought for the Confederacy. Approximately 800 soldiers are interred here, with burials organized into sections for soldiers from Arkansas, Texas, Missouri, and Louisiana. The cemetery's design includes rows of graves shaded by mature trees and enclosed by a native stone wall dating back to 1885. A central monument, erected around 1898, features a statue of a Confederate soldier. The cemetery is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Visiting the cemetery offers a chance to reflect on the human cost of the Civil War and the efforts to commemorate the lives of those who fought. The Southern Memorial Association continues to maintain the grounds, ensuring its preservation as a historic site.

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