Elmwood Cemetery, Detroit

Name: Elmwood Cemetery
Address: 1200 Elmwood St, Detroit, 48207, United States
Telephone: (313) 567-8861

#142 among attractions in Detroit

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Elmwood Cemetery in Detroit is one of Michigan’s most important historic cemeteries. Located at 1200 Elmwood Street in Detroit's Eastside Historic Cemetery District, Elmwood is the oldest continuously operating, non-denominational cemetery in Michigan. ()

Built: 1841 (183 years ago)Coordinates: 42°20'57"N, 83°1'9"W

Address

1200 Elmwood StElmwood ParkDetroit 48207 United States

Contact

(313) 567-8861

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Elmwood Cemetery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Chene Park, Greektown Casino, St. Joseph Oratory, Heidelberg Project.

1 miS
Park, Theater, Concerts and shows
Chene Park, Detroit
27 min walk • Nestled along the banks of the Detroit River, Chene Park serves as an urban oasis in the heart of Detroit, United States. This waterfront park, named after the French word for "oak," is a verdant retreat within the bustling cityscape, offering residents and visitors a...
1.5 miSW
Nightlife, Gambling, Hotel casino
Greektown Casino, Detroit
39 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Detroit's vibrant Greektown district, the Greektown Casino-Hotel emerges as a premier gaming and entertainment destination. This dynamic complex, which opened its doors in 2000, beckons visitors with its blend of thrilling casino action...
0.9 miW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St. Joseph Oratory, Detroit
23 min walk • St. Joseph Oratory, a beacon of spiritual heritage in Detroit, stands as a testament to the city's rich religious history and architectural grandeur. Built in the early 20th century, this historic church serves not only as a place of worship but also as a cultural...
0.7 miN
Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
Heidelberg Project, Detroit
18 min walk • The Heidelberg Project, nestled in the heart of Detroit, Michigan, is an open-air art environment that represents much more than meets the eye. This vibrant art installation, founded in 1986 by artist Tyree Guyton, transforms urban debris and abandoned houses into an...
0.8 miW
Bridge
Antietam Avenue Bridge, Detroit
22 min walk • The Antietam Avenue Bridge in Detroit, state of Michigan, is one of the distinctive features of the city's landscape.
0.9 miSW
Neighbourhood
Washington Boulevard Historic District, Detroit
24 min walk • Washington Boulevard Historic District is a multi-block area of downtown Detroit, Michigan. It consists of structures facing Washington Boulevard between State and Clifford Streets. In 1982, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places.
0.6 miS
Museum
WGPR-TV Studio, Detroit
16 min walk • WWJ-TV is a television station licensed to serve Detroit, Michigan, United States, owned and operated by the CBS television network.
1 miSW
Skyscraper, Modernist architecture
Lafayette Rentals, Detroit
25 min walk • Lafayette Towers Apartments West, at 1321 Orleans Street in Detroit, Michigan, is one of two identical apartment buildings designed by Mies van der Rohe. The other is Lafayette Towers Apartments East. The apartment is in the Lafayette Park development, near downtown.
1 miSW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Romanesque architecture
St. John's–St. Luke's Evangelical Church, Detroit
27 min walk • St. John's–St. Luke's Evangelical Church is a congregation of the United Church of Christ located at 2120 Russell Street in Detroit, Michigan. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982.
1.1 miSW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Sacred and religious sites
Historic Trinity Lutheran Church, Detroit
29 min walk • The Historic Trinity Lutheran Church is a church located in downtown Detroit, Michigan. It occupies the Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church complex, located at 1345 Gratiot Avenue.
0.7 miSE
Street
Jefferson Avenue, Detroit
18 min walk • Jefferson Avenue is a 63.71-mile-long scenic road along the eastern part of the Detroit metropolitan area in the southeastern part of the U.S. state of Michigan. It travels alongside Lake Erie, the Detroit River, and Lake St. Clair. This road also provides access to many recreational facilities in the area.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Elmwood Cemetery?

Nearby attractions include Eastside Historic Cemetery District, Detroit (2 min walk), St. Bonaventure Monastery, Detroit (8 min walk), Father Solanus Casey, Detroit (8 min walk), Frederic M. Sibley Lumber Company Office Building, Detroit (11 min walk).

How to get to Elmwood Cemetery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Elmwood Cemetery:

Bus

Mt Elliott / St Paul • Lines: 67 (7 min walk)
Mt Elliott / Kercheval • Lines: 12, 67 (8 min walk)

Light rail

Bricktown • Lines: Dpm (40 min walk)