Black Diamond Cemetery
24431 Morgan St
Black Diamond, King County, Washington 98010
(360) 851-4500
History
Company Town:
Black Diamond was built as a company town for the Black Diamond Coal Company, which provided housing, infrastructure, and other necessities for its workers.
Need for a Cemetery:
As the town grew and the coal mining industry thrived, the need for a designated burial ground for the miners and their families became apparent.
Company and Community Cemetery:
In collaboration with the local community, the Black Diamond Coal Mining Company established the cemetery as a company burial ground for its employees and a community cemetery for its residents.
Historical Significance:
The cemetery is a testament to the town’s rich history and cultural diversity. Many of those buried are immigrants who came to the area seeking work in the mines.
Cultural Landscape:
The cemetery is considered a complex cultural landscape, capturing the ethnic diversity of the town’s early history. Grave markers represent various languages, religious affiliations, and fraternal organizations.
National Register of Historic Places:
In April 2000, the Black Diamond Cemetery was proudly placed on the National Register of Historic Places, a testament to its enduring historical significance.
Additional information:
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Visit the Black Diamond Cemetery Website
