Belton Teenager Achieves Eagle Scout Rank Through Historic Cemetery Restoration
A Belton teenager achieved the rank of Eagle Scout after a two-year project to restore the historic 7 Star Cemetery in Temple, Texas. The effort involved raising over $16,000 and mobilizing 39 community volunteers to replace 236 headstones at the…
Waco Temple Bryan, TX, September 23, 2026 — A teenager from Belton has earned the rank of Eagle Scout, culminating a two-year community service project focused on the restoration of the historic 7 Star Cemetery located in Temple, Texas. The extensive undertaking involved significant fundraising and volunteer coordination.
The project saw the young scout successfully raise more than $16,000 to support the restoration efforts. This financial backing was instrumental in facilitating the replacement of 236 headstones throughout the cemetery grounds. In addition to fundraising, the initiative successfully mobilized 39 community volunteers who dedicated their time and labor to the project.
The 7 Star Cemetery is noted for its historical significance, serving as a burial ground for formerly enslaved people. The restoration work aimed to honor this heritage and preserve the site for future generations. The completion of the project marked the final requirement for the teenager to achieve the esteemed rank of Eagle Scout within the Boy Scouts of America program.
The duration of the project spanned two years, highlighting the commitment and perseverance required to address the needs of the historic burial site. The combined efforts of fundraising, volunteer management, and hands-on labor demonstrated a substantial community investment in preserving local history.
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