Utoy Cemetery, Historic cemetery in Fulton County, Atlanta, Georgia
Utoy Cemetery is a historic burial ground in southwest Atlanta covering about 3.5 acres with graves dating back to 1816. The site contains headstones from the 1800s and early 1900s and is connected to the nearby Utoy Primitive Baptist Church, which has occupied its current location since 1828.
The cemetery began in 1816 as a burial ground for early settlers and is connected to the Utoy Primitive Baptist Church, founded in 1824 and relocated to its current location in 1828. During the Civil War, the church served as a hospital for wounded soldiers in 1864, and at least 23 unknown Confederate soldiers were buried here.
The cemetery served as the burial ground for the Utoy Primitive Baptist Church community, established in 1824 as a gathering place for worship and remembrance. The graves reflect how early families and settlers used this land to honor their deceased and maintain connections with their heritage across generations.
The cemetery is located on Cahaba Drive and is accessible for a quiet walking tour among the gravestones. Visitors should expect uneven terrain and older pathways, so sturdy footwear and time for a leisurely walk are recommended.
The cemetery is the final resting place of Dr. Joshua Gilbert, Atlanta's first doctor, who also treated wounded soldiers during the Battle of Utoy Creek in 1864. His presence here connects the city's medical history with the war events and shows the multiple roles individuals played in the community.
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