Collection: Orange Hill Cemetery - Tampa

Orange Hill Cemetery, established in the late 19th century, is one of Tampa’s oldest burial grounds, reflecting the city's rich cultural and historical heritage. Located in East Tampa, the cemetery was founded as a municipal burial ground to serve the diverse population of the growing city. Its name is derived from the area's history as part of Florida's citrus-growing region, with groves of orange trees once dotting the landscape around the cemetery.

The cemetery became a resting place for people of varied cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, representing Tampa's vibrant and diverse community. Over time, Orange Hill Cemetery expanded and underwent improvements, including landscaping and the addition of pathways to accommodate visitors. It remains an active cemetery and a historic site, where generations of Tampa families come to honor their loved ones. Many notable local figures, including early settlers and community leaders, are buried at Orange Hill, making it an importan