In 1807 a burial ground for citizens in the east end of the new federal city was founded. In the first five years, 13 members of Congress, two vice presidents, and numerous military and government officials were interred, along with a number of ordinary citizens. Today over 55,000 people rest at Congressional Cemetery and their stories are part of our American History.
While Congressional is becoming an active burial ground again, we honor the memory of those interred here through personal and online tours, audio stories, and histories. Enjoy your tour.
Congressional Cemetery - for presidents and residents alike.
Welcome to Historic Congressional Cemetery
Welcome to the new website for Congressional Cemetery. The Association for the Preservation of Historic Congressional Cemetery maintains and operates the 35+ acres, 14,000 headstones, and burial place of over 55,000 people. Part of our mission is to share their stories. You can find an individual with the "Who's Buried Here?" box on the right side. You can hear audio stories and read bios on some of our famous "residents" in the walking tour section, and see our efforts in stone and vault preservation. Take a look around, and enjoy your visit.
Latest News
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6:00pm Friday September 17 Death, Dogs and Monuments
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4:00pm September 19 A Concert to Rededicate the Chapel Organ
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Congressional Cemetery begins first marketing campaign in 40 years
Please join us in the cemetery chapel 4-6 pm on Sunday September 19th for an evening of music, wine, and cheese. Charles Humphries will play our newly refurbished pump organ, joined by several musical friends. 
