Allegheny West in Philadelphia in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Laurel Hill Cemetery
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, March 14, 2011
1. Laurel Hill Cemetery Marker
Founded in 1836 and designed by Scottish architect John Notman, this was the nation’s second major rural cemetery. With its rolling landscape, horticultural plantings, and eclectic architecture, it offered a romantic alternative to the crowded urban environment. Overlooking the Schuylkill River, 3.5 miles north of center-city, it had grown by 1861 to 78 acres. This cemetery was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1998.
Erected 2000 by Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Cemeteries & Burial Sites. In addition, it is included in the National Historic Landmarks, and the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission series lists. A significant historical year for this entry is 1836.
Location. 40° 0.256′ N, 75° 11.249′ W. Marker is in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in Philadelphia County. It is in Allegheny West. Marker is on Ridge Avenue, on the left when traveling north. Marker is on Ridge Avenue, between W Indiana Avenue and W Clearfield Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia PA 19132, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named Laurel Hill Cemetery (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named Laurel Hill Cemetery
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Also see . . .
1. Laurel Hill Cemetery. Website homepage (Submitted on March 14, 2011, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.)
2. Laurel Hill Cemetery. Find A Grave website entry (Submitted on July 21, 2011, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.)
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, March 14, 2011
2. Laurel Hill Cemetery Marker
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, March 14, 2011
3. Marker at Laurel Hill Cemetery
The marker is seen here to the right of the cemetery entrance.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, March 14, 2011
4. Laurel Hill Cemetery
Established in 1836 alongside the Schuylkill River, Laurel Hill Cemetery has since been designated a National Historic Landmark.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, March 14, 2011
5. Laurel Hill Cemetery
Credits. This page was last revised on February 2, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 14, 2011, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 610 times since then and 20 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on March 14, 2011, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.
