Cleveland Buried History Days

Cleveland is home to many historic cemeteries, with the oldest, Erie Street Cemetery, dating back to 1827. During Cleveland Buried History Days on October 24-27, explore five historic cemeteries and meet the notable and notorious residents who made these places their final homes.

With events designed to enlighten not frighten, Buried History Days offers many opportunities to learn more about the lives (and deaths) of Clevelanders dating back to the early 1800s as well as a chance to explore and learn more about these beautiful, historic landmarks. Join us as tour guides and historians breathe life into some of the lesser known stories of Cleveland’s past.

Participating Cemeteries:

• Woodland Cemetery
• Riverside Cemetery
• Erie Street Cemetery
• Lake View Cemetery
• Monroe Street Cemetery

Registration details fro all events will be available soon! Purchase your Buried History Days swag here!

View Buried History Days Events Here

Can't make an event? Visit a cemetery during open hours:

• Woodland Cemetery is open daily from dawn to dusk.
• Monroe Street Cemetery is open daily from dawn to dusk.
• Wade Memorial Chapel at Lake View Cemetery is open daily from 10 AM-4 PM for guided tours.
• James A. Garfield Memorial at Lake View Cemetery is open daily from 10 AM-4 PM for guided tours.
• Riverside Cemetery is open daily 7:30 AM-5 PM.
• Erie Street Cemetery is open daily from dawn to dusk.

Cemeteries are special places. When visiting, please be respectful of the residents. Avoid touching monuments or causing unnecessary disruption.