Is the cemetery open for tours?

The Cemetery is open daily, 7:00 AM- 7:00 PM. Self-guided walking tours are available on site and here. Docent-led tours are held every Saturday from April through November at 11am, beginning at the front gate of the cemetery. Tickets are only $5. We have many other special tours and events throughout the year.

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Historic Congressional Cemetery is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit who realizes its mission in large part through charitable donations.