Preservationists are welcoming a long-awaited decision to designate a historic cemetery as a landmark. The cemetery, which is the oldest known Black cemetery in Austin, has been recognized as a City of Austin Landmark. This designation comes after decades of effort by preservationists, who say it was overdue.

The recognition was made last week, marking a significant milestone for the cemetery. Further details about the designation and its implications are available from the source.

The landmark designation is seen as a major achievement, with preservationists having worked towards this goal for many years.