Second Cemetery of the Congregation Shearith Israel
New York's unstoppable progress turned this cemetery into the smallest burial ground in the city.

šŸ“œ Smallest cemetery in Manhattan, established 1805 by Congregation Shearith Israel.
šŸ” Result of NYC grid system, contains ~30 graves.

Why Go

šŸ“œ Explore a unique historical site in Greenwich Village.
šŸ›ļø See the burial ground of the oldest synagogue in the country.
šŸ§ Discover notable figures like Ephraim Hart, a Revolutionary War veteran.

Why Avoid

āš ļø Headstones are mostly illegible due to age and neglect.
šŸ‘€ Easy to overlook, nestled between buildings.

Tips

šŸš¶ Located on West 11th Street, look for the iron bars.

Last updated 28 days ago

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