Cemeteries in District of Columbia
Our directory lists 45 cemeteries in District of Columbia, spread across 1 county and 18 cities and towns. Identified types include 19 church cemeteries (42%), 7 Catholic cemeteries (16%) and 6 Jewish cemeteries (13%). Washington has the highest number of listings of any city in the state, with 18. The earliest recorded establishment year among District of Columbia listings is 1852. 14 listings include a phone number or website.
Featured cemeteries in District of Columbia
- Congressional Cemetery1801 E Street Southeast, WashingtonCemetery
- Mount Olivet Cemetery1300 Bladensburg Road Northeast, WashingtonCemetery
- Oak Hill Cemetery3001 R Street Northwest, WashingtonCemetery
- Prospect Hill Cemetery2201 North Capitol Street Northwest, WashingtonCemetery
- Washington Hebrew Congregation Cemetery1380 Alabama Avenue Southeast, WashingtonJewish cemetery
- Saint Mary's Cemetery2121 Lincoln Road Northeast, WashingtonCatholic cemetery
- Woodlawn Cemetery4611 Benning Road, WashingtonCemetery
- Battleground National Cemetery6625 Georgia Avenue Northwest, WashingtonNational cemetery
- Rock Creek CemeteryRock Creek Church Road Northwest, WashingtonChurch cemetery
- The Glenwood Cemetery2219 Lincoln Road Northeast, WashingtonCemetery
- United States Soldiers' and Airmen's Home National Cemetery21 Harewood Road Northwest, WashingtonNational cemetery
- Mount Zion Cemetery2501 Mill Rd NW, WashingtonCemetery
Ranked by how complete the record is (address, contact details, founding year), not by size or popularity.
Cemetery types in District of Columbia
Religious cemeteries
Cities with the most cemeteries
Cemeteries by county
Frequently asked questions
How many cemeteries are there in District of Columbia?
Our directory currently lists 45 cemeteries in District of Columbia, across 1 county. The count includes active cemeteries as well as small family and historic burial grounds recorded by the U.S. Geological Survey.
Are there veterans cemeteries in District of Columbia?
Yes. We list 2 veterans cemeteries in District of Columbia, including national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans, their spouses and some dependents can be buried in a VA national cemetery at no cost.
How do I find historic cemeteries in District of Columbia?
We list 1 cemetery in District of Columbia with a recorded heritage designation, historic tag or establishment year before 1900. County historical societies and the state historic preservation office keep more detailed burial records.
How do I find where someone is buried in District of Columbia?
Start with the death certificate or obituary, which usually names the cemetery. The county vital records office, local funeral homes and the cemetery office can confirm plot locations. For veterans, the VA Nationwide Gravesite Locator covers national and many state veterans cemeteries.
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