Hood Cemetery

Originally known as the Lower Burial Ground, the cemetery was a secular burial ground for residents of lower Germantown and contains the graves of several prominent Philadelphians, as well as those of 41 Revolutionary War soldiers, and veterans of subsequent conflicts, including the War of 1812 and the Civil War. In 1847, Germantown resident William Hood donated an elaborate stone gateway and wall along Germantown Avenue. In return, he was buried just inside the entrance, and the cemetery name was changed in his honor.

Today, the cemetery is a beautiful green oasis within an urban neighborhood. The monumental stone entranceway is a significant landmark on Germantown Avenue. Visit www.hoodcemetery.org

Hood Cemetery

4901 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19144

phone: 215.844.1683     email: info@hoodcemetery.org

www.hoodcemetery.org

Hours: Open by appointment.

Admission: Donations greatly appreciated.

Public Transportation Nearby: SEPTA 23 bus route.