St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, Phoenix

Name: St. Francis Catholic Cemetery
Address: 2033 N 48th St, Phoenix, 85008, United States

#60 among attractions in Phoenix

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St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, established in 1897, is one of the oldest in the city of Phoenix, Arizona. It consists of 52 acres, 45 of which are developed. Before 1969, the cemetery was run by the Order of St. Francis, under the Diocese of Tucson. However, following 1969 it became an independent cemetery and is now owned and run by the Diocese of Phoenix. Its inhabitants represent pioneer families, community and business leaders, miners, those who succumbed to tuberculosis, and others who helped write the history of Phoenix and Arizona. Margaret Geare of Dublin, Ireland, who was buried on Oct. 12, 1897, is believed to be the first to be buried in the cemetery. The cemetery is located at 2033 N. 48th Street. ()

Established: 1897 (127 years ago)Coordinates: 33°28'14"N, 111°58'41"W

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2033 N 48th StCamelback EastPhoenix 85008 United States

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Nearby attractions include: Phoenix Zoo, Papago Park, Desert Botanical Garden, Camelback Mountain.

2.3 miSE
Zoo, Park, Outdoor activities
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1.7 miSE
Park
Papago Park, Phoenix
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2.1 miE
Botanical garden souvenirs, books
Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix
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3.2 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Camelback Mountain, Phoenix
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2 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Phoenix Municipal Stadium, Phoenix
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3.2 miSE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Theater
Tempe Center for the Arts, Tempe
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1.8 miS
Museum, Specialty museum, Native American architecture
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Music and shows, Nightlife, Rock club
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2.3 miSE
Sculpture, History museum, Memorial
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2.1 miSE
Rock, Natural attraction, Park
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3.2 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
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