Shorter Cemetery

Historic Shorter Cemetery

With graves dating back to 1839, Shorter Cemetery is one of Eufaula, Alabama’s best kept historical secrets. It is located on a beautiful site atop a high bluff overlooking Lake Eufaula with many majestic, moss filled, cathedral like oak trees, many of which were there when the Shorters lived on the site. After falling into disrepair for many years, in 2010 the Alabama Historical Commission named Shorter Cemetery as one of its “Ten Places in Peril” in Alabama. Thanks to the work of dedicated volunteers, the cemetery has been restored and is now beautifully maintained for visitors to enjoy.