If you're wondering who Lee Harvey Oswald is, he was the sniper who allegedly assassinated John F.Kennedy, the former president of the United States. He was buried here after his death in 1963. His grave is nothing but a reddish granite slab with his name engraved on it. If you do decide to visit the grave make sure to mark its location using the GPS navigation on your smartphone device as many people have lost their way here.
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A peaceful place of eternal rest for you and your loved ones awaits at Grand Prairie Memorial Gardens, located just north of Interstate 20 in Grand Prairie. Reverence and serenity embrace the gardens and grounds, giving comfort to loved ones and solace to the soul. Within its 25 acres, this public cemetery offers five gardens with continually cared for burial lots, a mausoleum with casket crypts and columbarium niches. Inside the mausoleum, a canopied area is available for meditation, visitation and memorial services. Limestone accents reflect the elements of our earth in the building. From the beauty of the gardens to the soothing waters of the pond, the tranquility of the grounds matches the expertise of our devoted staff. As loved ones lie at rest, be assured of continual care and attention from our devoted staff who can be reached by calling 972-237-3001.
Bear Creek is one of the oldest African American neighborhoods in all of Dallas County dating back to the 1850s. The Jackie Townsell Bear Creek Heritage Museum tells the story of the settlement from the time of emancipation after the Civil War through a number of interesting exhibits.
