๐ Chicago's largest and oldest "garden cemetery", founded in 1859. ๐ Features Victorian monuments, Civil War and Firefighter's memorials, and notable interments.# Why Go๐ป Explore ghost stories and intriguing backstories, including a real-life clown sighting.๐๏ธ Admire incredible Victorian-era art, architecture, and iconography.๐ถโโ๏ธ Stroll through 350 acres of historic grounds.๐ Discover graves of famous Chicagoans, historical figures, mayors, and founders.# Why Avoidโฟ Limited ADA access, some walking off paved paths.# Tipsโ ๏ธ Make sure to not get locked in, warning signs are everywhere.๐ Wear walking shoes, tour covers approximately 1 mile.๐ง๏ธ Tour runs rain, shine, or snow.# Cost๐ฐ Tours: $20-$25 per person.# Hours๐ Cemetery open daily, tour times vary.# ๐ ฟ๏ธ ParkingLot or street parking available.# ๐ Public TransitClosest is #22 Clark bus, a few blocks away.# ๐ป ToiletsAvailable in cemetery office, not on grounds.
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