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Cemeteries in Orleans Parish, LA

Orleans Parish, Louisiana has 50 cemeteries in our directory, listed under 5 nearby cities and towns. The most listings are near New Orleans (35), Metairie (11) and Chalmette (2). Among them are 8 church cemeteries (16%), 4 Jewish cemeteries (8%) and 3 historic cemeteries (6%).

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5
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historic
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All cemeteries in Orleans Parish

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Frequently asked questions

How many cemeteries are in Orleans Parish?

We list 50 cemeteries in Orleans Parish, Louisiana. Small family burial grounds recorded by the U.S. Geological Survey are included, so the count is higher than the number of cemeteries with an office or staff.

Where are burial records for Orleans Parish kept?

Death certificates are held by the Louisiana vital records office and often the county clerk or health department. Individual cemeteries keep their own interment records; church cemeteries may keep them at the parish office. County historical and genealogical societies often have transcriptions of older cemeteries.

Can I visit family cemeteries in Orleans Parish?

Many family cemeteries sit on private land. Ask the landowner before visiting. Louisiana law may give descendants a right of reasonable access, but the rules and process vary by state.

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