Lakewood in Ann Arbor in Washtenaw County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Bethlehem Cemetery
Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, June 22, 2021
1. Bethlehem Cemetery Marker
Inscription.
Bethlehem Cemetery. . The land for this cemetery was deeded to the First German Evangelical Society of Scio Township in 1833. The first burial was held in 1834. Bethlehem Cemetery is considered to be the one of the oldest and largest cemeteries in Washtenaw County. It contains the graves of many notable German and Greek families. Located by Jackson Road on the outskirts of Ann Arbor, the cemetery was accessible to farmers in the outlying areas. The original Bethlehem Church shared its land with the cemetery. A large memorial stone marks the location of the original church.
The land for this cemetery was deeded to the First German Evangelical Society of Scio Township in 1833. The first burial was held in 1834. Bethlehem Cemetery is considered to be the one of the oldest and largest cemeteries in Washtenaw County. It contains the graves of many notable German and Greek families. Located by Jackson Road on the outskirts of Ann Arbor, the cemetery was accessible to farmers in the outlying areas. The original Bethlehem Church shared its land with the cemetery. A large memorial stone marks the location of the original church.
Erected by Washtenaw County Historic District Commission.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Cemeteries & Burial Sites. A significant historical year for this entry is 1834.
Location. 42° 16.84′ N, 83° 47.168′ W. Marker is in Ann Arbor, Michigan, in Washtenaw County. It is in Lakewood. Marker can be reached from Jackson Road, 0.1 miles east of Highlake Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2531 Jackson Rd, Ann Arbor MI 48103, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 12, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 6, 2021, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. This page has been viewed 401 times since then and 97 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on July 6, 2021, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. • Mark Hilton was the editor who published this page.
