Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo

Name: Forest Lawn Cemetery
Address: 1411 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, 14209, United States
Telephone: (716) 885-1600

#9 among attractions in Buffalo

Top attraction, Cemetery

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Facts and practical information

Forest Lawn Cemetery is a historic rural cemetery in Buffalo, New York, founded in 1849 by Charles E. Clarke. It covers over 269 acres and over 152,000 are buried there, including U.S. President Millard Fillmore, First Lady Abigail Fillmore, singer Rick James, Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm, and inventor Lawrence Dale Bell. Forest Lawn is on the National Register of Historic Places. ()

Established: 1849 (175 years ago)Graves: 152 thous.Coordinates: 42°55'46"N, 78°51'49"W

Address

1411 Delaware AveNorth Buffalo (Delaware Park)Buffalo 14209 United States

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(716) 885-1600

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Day trips

Forest Lawn Cemetery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Darwin D. Martin House, Buffalo Zoo, Albright-Knox Art Gallery, Buffalo State Sports Arena.

0.9 miNE
Museum, History museum, Architecture
Darwin D. Martin House, Buffalo
24 min walk • The Darwin D. Martin House is a testament to architectural brilliance nestled in the city of Buffalo, New York. This museum is not just a house, but a masterpiece created by the renowned American architect Frank Lloyd Wright.
0.8 miNE
Exotic and endangered wildlife since 1875
Buffalo Zoo, Buffalo
22 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Buffalo, New York, the Buffalo Zoo stands as a cherished institution that has been delighting visitors since its inception in 1875. As one of the oldest zoos in the United States, it presents a mix of wildlife conservation, education...
0.6 miW
Works by renowned and cutting-edge artists
Albright-Knox Art Gallery, Buffalo
17 min walk • The Albright-Knox Art Gallery stands as a beacon of fine art in Buffalo, New York, offering a rich tapestry of visual experiences to its visitors. Established over a century ago, this prestigious art museum is renowned for its impressive collection of modern...
1.2 miW
Sport venue, Sport
Buffalo State Sports Arena, Buffalo
32 min walk • The Buffalo State Sports Arena is a dynamic hub for athletic events and recreational activities in the vibrant city of Buffalo, New York. This sports complex serves as a focal point for both competitive sports and community engagement, offering locals and visitors...
0.8 miNW
Museum, History museum
Buffalo History Museum, Buffalo
20 min walk • The Buffalo History Museum is located at 1 Museum Court in Buffalo, New York, just east of Elmwood Avenue and off of Nottingham Terrace, north of the Scajaquada Expressway, in the northwest corner of Delaware Park.
0.7 miW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Burchfield Penney Art Center, Buffalo
19 min walk • The Burchfield Penney Art Center, or just the Burchfield Penney, is an arts and educational institution part of Buffalo State College, located adjacent to the main campus in Buffalo, New York, United States.
0.7 miNW
Neighbourhood
North Buffalo, Buffalo
17 min walk • North Buffalo, is a neighborhood in the city of Buffalo, New York.
1 miSE
Neighbourhood
Hamlin Park Historic District, Buffalo
26 min walk • Hamlin Park Historic District is a national historic district and neighborhood located at Buffalo in Erie County, New York. The district encompasses 1,368 contributing buildings, 3 contributing sites, and 6 contributing structures in a predominantly residential section of Buffalo.
0.5 miS
Cemetery, Monuments and statues
Blue Sky Mausoleum, Buffalo
12 min walk • Blue Sky Mausoleum, in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Buffalo, New York, is the 2004 completion of a 1928 design by Frank Lloyd Wright as a commercial cemetery project. The design was completed by a one-time apprentice to Wright, Anthony Puttnam.
0.9 miSW
Church, Romanesque architecture
Lafayette Avenue Presbyterian Church, Buffalo
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0.5 miS
42°55'21"N • 78°52'2"W
Forest Lawn Cemetery Buffalo NY, Buffalo
14 min walk • Cemetery

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Forest Lawn Cemetery?

Nearby attractions include Delaware Park, Buffalo (10 min walk), Blue Sky Mausoleum, Buffalo (12 min walk), Forest Lawn Cemetery Buffalo NY, Buffalo (14 min walk), Parkside West Historic District, Buffalo (15 min walk).

How to get to Forest Lawn Cemetery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Forest Lawn Cemetery:

Light rail

Delavan/Canisius College • Lines: Metro (15 min walk)
Humboldt–Hospital • Lines: Metro (16 min walk)