Pioneers Rest Cemetery

Pioneers Rest Cemetery is a burial ground in Fort Worth, Texas, spanning seven acres on a bluff beside the Trinity River. The grounds hold tombstones and monuments displaying a range of architectural styles that mark the resting places of pioneers and early settlers from different eras.

The cemetery grounds were established in 1850 following Fort Worth's founding and originally held eleven soldiers. Over the decades it grew into a significant burial place and gained recognition on the National Register of Historic Places in 2021.

The cemetery displays tombstones in different styles, from Gothic to Classical forms, reflecting the burial traditions of Fort Worth's early residents. These varied designs tell the story of the different backgrounds and beliefs of the people who shaped the city.

The grounds sit on a raised bluff beside the Trinity River, giving it natural structure and views. The site is accessible from outside and walkable paths allow you to explore the different sections on foot.

Among the burials are the children of Major Ripley Arnold and General Edward Tarrant, founder figures of the region. The cemetery also holds many Peters Colony settlers whose efforts were key to the area's development and growth.