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Historic cemeteries in Washington, D.C.

Historic Cemeteries & Tombs

Explore the solemn landscapes and historical narratives of the Washington, D.C. area through its most significant burial grounds. This list features Arlington National Cemetery, the final resting place for thousands of service members and notable figures like President William Howard Taft and explorer Matthew Henson. It also includes specialized sites such as the 1858 German-American Prospect Hill Cemetery and the 19th-century Glenwood Cemetery, showcasing diverse commemorative styles and the region’s rich social history.

Historic Cemeteries & Tombs — Map

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Arlington National Cemetery

Historic military cemetery and memorial site honoring U.S. service members, veterans, and notable figures such as President John F. Kennedy. It is a significant national monument dedicated to American military history and remembrance.

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Sir John Hill

Grave site located within the grounds of Arlington National Cemetery.

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William Howard Taft

Final resting place of the 27th U.S. President and 10th Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. Taft was the first president to be buried at Arlington.

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Prospect Hill Cemetery

Prospect Hill Cemetery, also known as the German Cemetery, is a historic German-American cemetery founded in 1858 and located at 2201 North…

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Glenwood Cemetery

Glenwood Cemetery is a historic cemetery located at 2219 Lincoln Road NE in Washington, D.C.

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Matthew Henson

Memorial of the African American explorer credited with reaching the North Pole. His remains were moved here in 1988 to rest near fellow explorer Robert Peary.

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