Cemeteries in Brooklyn, New York
There are 11 cemeteries in and around Brooklyn, New York in our directory, in Kings County. 3 have a Brooklyn mailing address; the others are closest to Brooklyn of all nearby towns. Identified types include 3 church cemeteries (27%), 2 historic cemeteries (18%) and 1 Jewish cemetery (9%). Listed addresses span 5 ZIP codes. 6 of them list a phone number or website.
Map of cemeteries near Brooklyn
- Cypress Hills National Cemetery625 Jamaica AvenueNational cemetery4.4 mi
- Washington Cemetery5400 Bay Parkway · est. 1850Jewish cemetery2.5 mi
- Holy Cross Cemetery3620 Tilden AvenueCatholic cemetery0.6 mi
- Canarsie Cemetery1370 Remsen AvenueCemetery2.6 mi
- Flatbush African Burial Ground2286 Church AvenueCemetery0.3 mi
- Green - Wood CemeteryBrooklynCemetery2.2 mi
- Old Gravesend CemeteryBrooklynCemetery4.0 mi
- Quaker CemeteryBrooklynQuaker cemetery1.4 mi
- Cemetery of the Holy CrossBrooklynCemetery0.6 mi
- Gravesend CemeteryBrooklynCemetery4.1 mi
- Old New Utrecht CemeteryBrooklynCemetery4.0 mi
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Frequently asked questions
How many cemeteries are in Brooklyn, NY?
We list 11 cemeteries in and around Brooklyn. Listings without a street address are placed under the nearest town, so some may be just outside city limits.
Are there religious cemeteries in Brooklyn?
Yes. We have identified 1 Jewish, 1 Catholic and 1 Quaker cemeteries near Brooklyn, based on the recorded affiliation or official name. Other cemeteries may also be affiliated with a congregation.
Is there a veterans cemetery near Brooklyn?
Yes, we list 1 veterans cemetery near Brooklyn. Check eligibility with the VA National Cemetery Administration or the state veterans affairs office before planning a burial.
Can I visit cemeteries in Brooklyn?
Most public, municipal and church cemeteries welcome visitors during daylight hours. Family cemeteries are often on private land and need the owner's permission. Call ahead for hours, especially on holidays.
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