For years, Congressional Cemetery's Dozen Decent Docents have consistently offered free Saturday tours of Congressional Cemetery. Now, due to the breadth of expertise and knowledge of our volunteer docents, we're happy to add Sunday tours on a trial basis this April through October. Our Sunday tours will begin at 1 pm, and will be a […]
Welcome to Historic Congressional Cemetery's Dead Man's Run, a bare bones race for dead serious runners who want to stay one step ahead of the ultimate Reapo Man. Race starts with a toll of the funeral bell, continues throughout the cemetery and onto the Anacostia Trail for a ghostly evening run full of spooky music […]
A chance to press pause. A moment to breathe. An opportunity to be outside together, as a community for renewal. Intended for all, welcome to yoga newcomers and free! Brought to you by Nature Sacred a non-profit committed to improving health through urban green space. All you need is a mat and water!
Trespass into the past and discover the secrets of some of Congressional Cemetery’s “residents.” Soul Strolls, the Cemetery’s annual twilight tours, explore the stories of individuals buried here through guided tours and costumed interpreters. Experience the history of this hallowed ground exactly the way it should be experienced in October – in twilight and darkness, happening […]
Join historian Steve Hammon for a guided tour of the Civil War history at Congressional Cemetery. No reservations are necessary, and visitors may meet at the front gate at 1 pm. Civil War tours of the cemetery are held on the third Saturday of the month, April through October. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring […]
A chance to press pause. A moment to breathe. An opportunity to be outside together, as a community for renewal. Intended for all, welcome to yoga newcomers and free! Brought to you by Nature Sacred a non-profit committed to improving health through urban green space. All you need is a mat and water!
Trespass into the past and discover the secrets of some of Congressional Cemetery’s “residents.” Soul Strolls, the Cemetery’s annual twilight tours, explore the stories of individuals buried here through guided tours and costumed interpreters. Experience the history of this hallowed ground exactly the way it should be experienced in October – in twilight and darkness, happening […]
Trespass into the past and discover the secrets of some of Congressional Cemetery’s “residents.” Soul Strolls, the Cemetery’s annual twilight tours, explore the stories of individuals buried here through guided tours and costumed interpreters. Experience the history of this hallowed ground exactly the way it should be experienced in October – in twilight and darkness, happening […]
Trespass into the past and discover the secrets of some of Congressional Cemetery’s “residents.” Soul Strolls, the Cemetery’s annual twilight tours, explore the stories of individuals buried here through guided tours and costumed interpreters. Experience the history of this hallowed ground exactly the way it should be experienced in October – in twilight and darkness, happening […]
https://www.facebook.com/radiateclub/videos/1370178536475322/ Get prepared for the biggest, most D.C. Halloween costume party ever! For the first time in over 30+ years, the Historic Congressional Cemetery is opening its doors to the public for a Halloween costume party. We'll have an open bar, music, dancing, and a few unexpected surprises! Better yet, your ticket includes an automatic […]