Cedar Hill, first known as the cedar brakes, was founded around 1846 by a small group of settlers from the Peters Colony. They traveled to the Dallas area of North Texas on horseback and by ox-drawn wagon following trails beaten into existence by Indians, buffalo and explorers. They came seeking a place to build their homes, to socialize, worship and conduct business.
Where the past meets the present
Attracted to the area by its lush natural beauty, the elevation and rocky slopes provided settlers a panoramic lookout and protection from intruders. The area also offered dense forests, rich Blackland soil, abundant creeks and streams, and opportunity.
Our forefathers turned this rugged territory into the thriving city it is today through hard work, ingenuity, foresight and sheer determination — a city steeped in family values, tradition and rich in history.
Visit us in our new permanent home in the Cedar Hill Library, Museum, and Signature Park complex located at 450 Pioneer Trail.
Our roots run deeper than the trees.
Find out how you can help. This long-necked Plesiosaurus is Cedar Hill’s earliest known resident, one of a group of marine reptiles that swam right here in what was, around 220 million years to about 66 million years ago, an ocean. Our roots run deeper than the trees.
“Plessy” is just one of the remarkable stories we have to tell in the new museum. Your gift can help the museum bring this part of our history to life, attract visitors to the community, and educate our youth about the wonders of our City in a Park.
Thank you for your support of the Cedar Hill Museum’s Tower City Golf Classic!
Your sponsorship helps the museum fulfill its mission to collect, preserve, and share the natural and cultural heritage of Cedar Hill.
Hours:
Thursday 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Contact:
(972) 293-3806
info@cedarhillmuseum.org