Sunday Stroll Guided Introductory Tour
Join us for a guided tour of Congressional Cemetery! Over 67,000 people are interred at Congressional Cemetery, ranging from 1807 all the way until the present day. Their stories are [...]
$5
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Giving Tuesday Morning Yappy Hour
Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel 1801 E Street, Southeast, Washington, DC, United StatesThis #GivingTuesday, we want to give back to you and your furry friends and thank you for bringing so much joy to Congressional Cemetery. You make this a happy place [...]
Death Cafe at Congressional Cemetery
Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel 1801 E Street, Southeast, Washington, DC, United StatesWe welcome you to join us at one of our monthly Death Cafes at Historic Congressional Cemetery. As an active burial ground, Historic Congressional Cemetery is well acquainted with death, [...]
Only at Congressional Guided Introductory Tour
Historic Congressional Cemetery 1801 E Street, Southeast, Washington, DC, United StatesJoin us for a guided tour of Congressional Cemetery! Over 67,000 people are interred at Congressional Cemetery, ranging from 1807 all the way until the present day. Their stories are [...]
$5
Closed to Dogs
Historic Congressional Cemetery 1801 E Street, Southeast, Washington, DC, United StatesCongressional Cemetery is closed to all dogs each Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for family grave site visits as well as during: Funerals | Private & community events | Federal [...]
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HCC Holiday Market
Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel 1801 E Street, Southeast, Washington, DC, United StatesGet ready to make this festive season extra special and spread cheer at Congressional Cemetery's Holiday Market! December 8th, 11AM-4PM Grounds Surrounding the Chapel We will have a diverse array [...]
Holiday Pet Portraits
In partnership with Just Walk, join us for a Holiday Pet Portrait event in your pup’s favorite place! Options for portraits include either dog or family style. Plan to dress [...]
$30
Worldwide Candle Lighting (with The Compassionate Friends)
Historic Congressional Cemetery 1801 E Street, Southeast, Washington, DC, United StatesCongressional Cemetery will host a candle lighting on December 10 as part of The Compassionate Friends 27th Worldwide Candle Lighting. Compassionate Friends is an international organization dedicated to "supporting family after a child has died."
Closed to Dogs
Historic Congressional Cemetery 1801 E Street, Southeast, Washington, DC, United StatesCongressional Cemetery is closed to all dogs each Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for family grave site visits as well as during: Funerals | Private & community events | Federal [...]
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Wreaths Across America Wreath Laying
Historic Congressional Cemetery 1801 E Street, Southeast, Washington, DC, United StatesAt Congressional, we remember our veterans. Over 1700 veterans from almost every major American armed conflict are interred in the historic grounds of Congressional Cemetery. And while they are no [...]
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Army and Navy Tour
Historic Congressional Cemetery 1801 E Street, Southeast, Washington, DC, United StatesThousands of members of the Army and Navy are interred in the historic grounds of Congressional Cemetery. Their intertwined stories speak to an enduring legacy of service, sacrifice, and patriotism [...]
Notes From the Crypt Holiday Concert
Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel 1801 E Street, Southeast, Washington, DC, United StatesEnjoy holiday favorites performed by musicians from the National Symphony Orchestra. This is a FREE event - no tickets or reservations are required. Seating is first come, first served. Door [...]
