Jewish Cemeteries in Washington, DC
There are 5 Jewish cemeteries in Washington, DC in our directory. Jewish cemeteries follow halakhic burial customs and are typically owned by a congregation, burial society (chevra kadisha) or benevolent association.
Listed when the source data records a Jewish affiliation or the official name states it. Affiliations are never inferred from saints' names alone.
Jewish Cemeteries in Washington, DC
- Washington Hebrew Congregation Cemetery1380 Alabama Avenue SoutheastJewish cemetery4.3 mi
- Bet Mishpachah Cemetery3233Jewish cemetery4.2 mi
- Elesavetgrad Cemetery3233 15th Place SoutheastJewish cemetery4.2 mi
- Adas Israel Cemetery1400 Alabama Avenue SoutheastJewish cemetery4.3 mi
- Ohev Shalom CemeteryWashington, DCJewish cemetery4.3 mi
Other affiliations in Washington, DC
Frequently asked questions
What is a Jewish cemetery?
Jewish cemeteries follow halakhic burial customs and are typically owned by a congregation, burial society (chevra kadisha) or benevolent association.
How many Jewish cemeteries are in Washington, DC?
We list 5 Jewish cemeteries in Washington, DC. Listed when the source data records a Jewish affiliation or the official name states it. Affiliations are never inferred from saints' names alone.
Why might a Jewish cemetery be missing from this list?
We only list a cemetery here when the source data or official name confirms it. If you know a cemetery that belongs on this page, open its listing and use "Suggest a correction", or add it through our submission form.
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