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WELCOME TO

HISTORIC EASTON CEMETERY

​Located in Easton, PA

Established in 1849 by Traill Green, MD

National Register of Historic Places 

Final resting place of George Taylor, signer of
the Declaration of Independence

Easton's largest green space

42,500+ interred, including 3,000 Veterans

Nonprofit, tax-exempt organization​

Greenspace

With 85 acres of land, the Historic Easton Cemetery is Easton, Pennsylvania's largest greenspace, acting as a sculpture garden, an arboretum and a place for recreation, mindfulness, reflection, and community.

Remembrance

Historic Easton Cemetery provides a final resting place for more than 42,500 people, including over 3,000 Veterans.

It also serves the community as an active burial ground, with over 1,000 gravesites available.

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History

Historic Easton Cemetery tells the story of Easton, the Lehigh Valley, and the nation, by remembering those interred here, including George Taylor, a signer of the Declaration of Independence.

BY THE NUMBERS

1849

Established

85

Acres

42K+

Permanent
Residents

1K+

Plots available

About the Historic Easton Cemetery

Established in 1849, Historic Easton Cemetery is the earliest and best surviving example of a romantic, parklike, historic cemetery within the Lehigh Valley. 

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Our Cemetery Offerings

We are pleased to offer families a distinct selection of both full body (interred casket)/"traditional") burials, as well as indoor and outdoor options for cremated remains of loved ones, each preserving legacies, for generations to come.

Please contact the office for an updated list of options and prices. 

We encourage you to make an appointment to sit with our Executive Director, to discuss options. 

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HOW YOU CAN HELP

We are determined to bring the Historic Easton Cemetery back to life, just as it was when it first opened its gates in 1849. The first way you can help is by becoming a Membership Circle Supporter.

Events and Programs

Join us for one of our popular programs, including walking tours, 5K event, yoga, running & more.

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ADDRESS

401 North 7th Street

Easton, PA 18042

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OFFICE HOURS

The Historic Easton Cemetery Office is open by appointment, with appointment times available throughout the week and Saturdays.

Please send an email to office@thehistoriceastoncemetery.org or call (610) 252-1741 to schedule an appointment.

CEMETERY GROUNDS

Open Daily from 8am - Dusk.

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