First Shearith Israel Graveyard, New York City

Name: First Shearith Israel Graveyard
Address: New York City, United States

#1201 among attractions in New York City

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First Shearith Israel Graveyard, New York City

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First Shearith Israel Graveyard', also known as Chatham Square Cemetery, is a tiny Jewish graveyard at 55-57 St. James Place in the Two Bridges neighborhood of Lower Manhattan, New York City. It is the oldest of three Manhattan graveyards currently maintained by Congregation Shearith Israel, which is itself the oldest Jewish congregation in North America. Today, the cemetery is a mere fragment of its original extent. Only about a hundred headstones and above ground tombs can still be seen in what remains of the old burial ground, which rises slightly above street level. It is the only remaining 17th century structure in Manhattan. ()

Built: 1682 (342 years ago)Coordinates: 40°42'44"N, 73°59'57"W

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Downtown Manhattan (Two Bridges)New York City United States

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Day trips

First Shearith Israel Graveyard – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Brooklyn Banks, 375 Pearl Street, Foley Square, Surrogate's Courthouse.

~1410 ftS
Bridge
Brooklyn Banks, New York City
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~1100 ftSW
Bridge
375 Pearl Street, New York City
6 min walk • 375 Pearl Street, also known as the Verizon Building, is a notable skyscraper located in the heart of New York City. This imposing structure is characterized by its Brutalist architecture, a style that was popular in the mid-20th century and is marked by stark...
~1320 ftNW
Park, Monuments and statues, Art gallery
Foley Square, New York City
7 min walk • Foley Square, also called Federal Plaza, is a street intersection in the Civic Center neighborhood of Lower Manhattan, New York City, which contains a small triangular park named Thomas Paine Park.
~1500 ftW
Monuments and statues
Surrogate's Courthouse, New York City
8 min walk • The Surrogate's Courthouse is a historic building at the northwest corner of Chambers and Centre Streets in the Civic Center of Manhattan in New York City. Completed in 1907, it was designed in the Beaux Arts style. John Rochester Thomas created the original plans while Arthur J. Horgan and Vincent J.
~1690 ftNW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
African Burial Ground National Monument, New York City
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~1280 ftW
City hall
Manhattan Municipal Building, New York City
7 min walk • The David N. Dinkins Municipal Building is a 40-story, 580-foot building at 1 Centre Street, east of Chambers Street, in the Civic Center neighborhood of Manhattan in New York City The structure was built to accommodate increased governmental space demands after the 1898 consolidation of the city's five boroughs.
~260 ftNE
Church, Greek Revival architecture
St. James Roman Catholic Church, New York City
2 min walk • St. James' Roman Catholic Church is located at 32 James Street between St. James Place and Madison Street in the Two Bridges neighborhood of Lower Manhattan, New York City.
~1270 ftE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Georgian architecture
Sea and Land Church, New York City
7 min walk • The Sea and Land Church is located at 61 Henry Street and Market Street in the Chinatown and Two Bridges neighborhoods of Manhattan in New York City.
~880 ftN
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Georgian architecture
Church of the Transfiguration, New York City
5 min walk • The Church of the Transfiguration is a Roman Catholic parish located at 25 Mott Street on the northwest corner of Mosco Street in the Chinatown neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City.
~1420 ftN
Museum, History museum
Museum of Chinese in America, New York City
7 min walk • The Museum of Chinese in America is a museum in New York City which exhibits Chinese American history. It is a nonprofit 501 education and cultural institution that presents the living history, heritage, culture, and diverse experiences of Chinese Americans through exhibitions, educational services and public programs.
~720 ftSE
Park
Alfred E. Smith House, New York City
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to First Shearith Israel Graveyard?

Nearby attractions include St. James Roman Catholic Church, New York City (2 min walk), Mariner's Temple, New York City (3 min walk), Chatham Square, New York City (3 min walk), Alfred E. Smith House, New York City (4 min walk).

How to get to First Shearith Israel Graveyard by public transport?

The nearest stations to First Shearith Israel Graveyard:

Bus

Madison Street & Catherine Street • Lines: M15, M15-Sbs (3 min walk)
Madison St & Market St • Lines: M15 (6 min walk)

Metro

Chambers Street • Lines: J, Z (7 min walk)
Brooklyn Bridge–City Hall • Lines: <6>, 4, 5, 6 (8 min walk)

Ferry

Pier 11/Wall Street Terminal (20 min walk)
Brookfield Place / Battery Park City Ferry Terminal (26 min walk)