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Cemeteries in Albany County, NY

Albany County, New York has 92 cemeteries in our directory, listed under 26 nearby cities and towns. The most listings are near McKownville (16), Berne (10) and Altamont (8). Among them are 23 church cemeteries (25%), 15 Jewish cemeteries (16%) and 3 historic cemeteries (3%).

92
cemeteries
26
towns represented
3
historic
23
church cemeteries
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Frequently asked questions

How many cemeteries are in Albany County?

We list 92 cemeteries in Albany County, New York. 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 Albany County kept?

Death certificates are held by the New York 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 Albany County?

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

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