Cooktown Cemetery, Heritage-listed cemetery in Cooktown, Australia
The cemetery spans 9.72 hectares near Two-Mile Creek, featuring native vegetation, granite outcrops, and traditional planted trees such as frangipani and coconut palms.
Established in 1874 during the Palmer River gold rush, the cemetery contains over 3,000 burials, with the oldest marked grave belonging to Rev. Francis Tripp.
The cemetery includes sections for different denominations, with Christian graves facing east and a Chinese shrine constructed in 1887 by the local Chinese community.
The cemetery grounds remain open for visitors to explore the historical monuments and conduct genealogical research through the documented burial records.
The front boundary features a cast-iron fence manufactured by Bayliss Jones and Bayliss of London, marking the entrance to this historical burial ground.
Location: Queensland
GPS coordinates: -15.47590,145.24110
Latest update: March 6, 2025 17:51
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