Bastrop Museum and Visitor Center officials invite the public to explore Bastrop’s history at the historic Fairview Cemetery.

What’s happening

Two one-hour expeditions will be offered on Oct. 26, where docents will lead visitors on a guided walking tour through the cemetery.
Fairview Cemetery is filled with the history of Bastrop. (Amanda Cutshall/Community Impact)
Fairview Cemetery is located at 1409 Hwy. 95 N., Bastrop. (Amanda Cutshall/Community Impact)


In a news release, museum spokesperson Rachel Hatch said actors will be spread throughout the grounds, bringing to life the stories of some of Bastrop’s former residents and how they influenced the county’s history.
Known as the War Babies, an angel marks the spot where infants of WWII soldiers were buried for free. (Amanda Cutshall/Community Impact)
Known as the War Babies, an angel marks the spot where infants of WWII soldiers were buried for free. (Amanda Cutshall/Community Impact)


What else?


Tickets can be purchased online ahead of time for $20 each.

Hatch noted that there is a 20-person capacity for each tour, which will be split into two groups led by locals Sandra Chipley and Judy Enis.

Those who need Americans with Disabilities Act accommodations can call museum officials at 512-303-0057 to make arrangements.


  • Oct. 26, 3-4 p.m., 4:30-5:30 p.m.
  • $20 (tour)
  • Fairview Cemetery, 1409 Hwy. 95 N., Bastrop
  • www.cityofbastrop.org