Historic Hollywood Cemetery

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Historic Hollywood Spotlight: Mollie Bailey 🎪

Did you know Historic Hollywood Cemetery is the final resting place of Mollie Bailey, known as the “Circus Queen of the Southwest”?

Born in Alabama, Mollie Bailey traveled throughout the South with the Bailey family circus before eventually bringing the show to Texas. Alongside her husband, Gus Bailey, she helped build what became known as the Mollie A. Bailey Show — a traveling circus that entertained communities across the region for decades.

During the Civil War, Mollie also served as a nurse and entertainer for Confederate troops while traveling with Hood’s Texas Brigade.

After her husband’s death, Mollie continued operating the circus herself, becoming one of the few women of her time to lead a traveling show business.

Her legacy remains an important piece of Texas history and a reminder of the unique stories connected to those laid to rest here at Historic Hollywood Cemetery. 🤍

What is an outer burial container?

An outer burial container is placed around a casket or urn during burial to help support the ground above the grave over time.

These containers help prevent the ground from sinking and allow cemetery grounds to remain safe, level, and beautifully maintained for years to come.

Many families don’t hear about these options until they’re faced with making arrangements. Our goal is to help inform families now so they can feel more prepared when important decisions need to be made.

Did you know?

More families today are choosing cremation paired with a permanent memorial space instead of keeping urns at home.

Having a dedicated place to visit can provide comfort for future generations and create a lasting space for remembrance, reflection, and connection.

For many families, memorialization isn’t just about honoring a life; it’s about creating a place where love and memories can continue to be shared for years to come. 🤍

We understand that choosing cemetery and memorial options often happens during a difficult time for families.

When you call (713)227-5109, you’ll speak with a team that will help answer your questions, explain your options, and guide you through each step of the process. 🤍

Due to continued rainfall, portions of the cemetery are currently experiencing standing water and localized flooding. Our team is actively monitoring both weather conditions and the condition of the grounds to ensure the safety of our visitors and staff.

At this time, we ask visitors to use caution and be aware that some roads and sections of the cemetery may be inaccessible. We will continue assessing conditions throughout the day and will provide updates should additional closures become necessary.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to keep Historic Hollywood Cemetery safe and accessible. Please continue to check our page for the latest updates.

🚨 Gates Are Open 🚨

Historic Hollywood Cemetery is currently open to visitors.

We are continuing to closely monitor weather conditions and the condition of cemetery grounds following recent rainfall and flooding. While the gates are open at this time, conditions can change quickly, and temporary closures may be necessary to ensure the safety of our visitors and the preservation of the grounds.

Please use caution while visiting and check our social media pages for the latest updates!

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate these weather conditions together ☔️

⚠️ GATE CLOSURE NOTICE ⚠️

Due to severe weather and flooding conditions, the gates to Historic Hollywood Cemetery have been closed until further notice.

This decision was made out of an abundance of caution for the safety of our families, visitors, and staff.

We will continue monitoring conditions and will provide updates regarding reopening as soon as it is safe to do so.

Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe!❤️🌧️