Lancaster in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Shreiner-Concord Cemetery
A site of national significance
— Lancaster City —
Photographed By William Pope, August 14, 2023
1. Shreiner-Concord Cemetary Marker
It was the only public burial place in the City of Lancaster that accepted the remains of people of all races.
More than 40 veterans are buried here, mostly from the Civil War [1861-65].
Managed by Shreiner-Concord Cemetery Foundation
Lancaster, Pennsylvania • www.shreinercemetery.org
This property is located within the City of Lancaster National Historic District, as recognized in 2001 by the National Park Service. Because of the presence of Congressman Stevens grave and memorial, and his efforts to support freedom seekers, this property was recognized in 2006 with listing in the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom program. This site is also recognized as a Heritage Resource by the Lancaster County Heritage program.
Erected by Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, Lancaster County Urban Enhancement Fund, Friends of Shreiner-Concord Cemetery and James Street Improvement District.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Abolition & Underground RR
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Location. 40° 2.434′ N, 76° 18.644′ W. Marker is in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in Lancaster County. Marker is on West Chestnut Street (Pennsylvania Route 23) east of North Mulberry Street, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 238 West Chestnut Street, Lancaster PA 17603, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Stevens Grave & Memorial (here, next to this marker); Thaddeus Stevens (a few steps from this marker); John Durang (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Francis Asbury (about 500 feet away); Moravian Cemetery Site (about 700 feet away); Andrew Ellicott (about 800 feet away); Early Architecture (approx. 0.2 miles away); a different marker also named John Durang (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Lancaster.
Also see . . . Preservation of Shreiner-Concord Cemetery. Shreiner-Concord Cemetery Foundation (Submitted on August 17, 2023.)
Photographed By William Pope, August 14, 2023
2. Shreiner-Concord Cemetary Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on August 17, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 15, 2023, by William Pope of Marietta, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 128 times since then and 51 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 15, 2023, by William Pope of Marietta, Pennsylvania. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
