Laurel Hill Cemetery East

David Lynch’s first feature, Eraserhead (1977), is a surrealist black-and-white horror film set against the backdrop of a stark and corrupt industrial cityscape. Lynch has attributed inspiration for the setting to his time as a student in 1960s Philadelphia. Join us for a screening of this cult classic at 8:30 PM, following a popup artists’ market at 7:00 PM and trivia hosted by the Philadelphia Film Society, co-host of our outdoor cinema series. Please note that Kelly Drive will be closed the day of the cinema, so leave additional time for travel as the area will be more congested than usual.

Azaleas, cherries, and dogwoods, oh my! Enjoy the splendor of Laurel Hill’s certified arboretum in all of its spring glory. Aaron Greenberg, Board Certified Master Arborist and Arboretum Manager, will lead guests on a tour of spectacular flowering trees and shrubs of Laurel Hill East.  Tour Guide: Aaron Greenberg  Don’t miss the Beautiful Blooms of Laurel Hill West on Sunday, April 27 at 1 pm! COST $17/General Admission (Ages 13 and up) $15/Seniors (Ages 65+) and Students with ID $12/Members of the Friends of Laurel Hill $8.50/Youth (Ages 6-12) $1.90/Access Card Holders (can purchase up to 4 tickets) ** SOLD

Celebrate Women’s History Month with a walking tour that honors fascinating ladies. Activists, influencers, philanthropists, movers, and shakers, each found her final resting place at Laurel Hill East. Join us as we unearth their stories, along with those of other women whose contributions to science and other disciplines have made life as we know it possible. This year’s tour will concentrate in the southern portion of Laurel Hill East and be walking intensive, as it is about a 5-10 minute walk to get to that section. Tour Guide: Colleen Hudson Want to learn more Women’s History? Check out Wondrous Women

Celebrate the “spirit” of Valentine’s Day with your better half in one of Philadelphia’s most romantic and mysterious locations. Laurel Hill East’s love stories walking tour was inspired by the little-known story of Mary Peterson whose heart – and only her heart – now lies buried beneath the cemetery’s earth. Learn about her symbolic, final gesture, and other tales of love as varied as the souls from which they transpired. Tour Guide: Gwen Kaminski COST $20/General Admission (Ages 13 and up) $18/Seniors (Ages 65+) and Students with ID $15/Members of the Friends of Laurel Hill $10/Youth (Ages 6-12) $1.90/Access Card

What do Christmas and cemeteries have in common? Well, not much… but as the secular aspects of the holiday evolved over the decades of the 19th century, those who contributed to that evolution have found their final resting place at Laurel Hill East! This tour will explore those individuals connected to events and incidents that have indelibly arisen from the holiday. Tour Guide: Russ Dodge COST $17/General Admission (Ages 13 and up) $15/Seniors (Ages 65+) and Students with ID $12/Members of the Friends of Laurel Hill $8.50/Youth (Ages 6-12) $1.90/Access Card Holders (can purchase up to 4 tickets) ** Free/Ages 5

Join our Arboretum Manager, Aaron Greenberg, on a brisk autumn walk through the peak fall colors of some of the great trees of Laurel Hill East. Fall is a beautiful time to explore our tree collection! We’ll enjoy the beauty and grandeur of the fall color display, and discuss how trees change throughout the seasons and prepare for winter. Bring your walking shoes! COST $17/General Admission (Ages 13 and up) $15/Seniors (Ages 65+) and Students with ID $12/Members of the Friends of Laurel Hill $8.50/Youth (Ages 6-12) $1.90/Access Card Holders (can purchase up to 4 tickets) ** Free/Ages 5 and

In 1867, the Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals was only the second humane society to have organized in the nation. The group was formed in Philadelphia, and paved the way for dozens of other rescue organizations dedicated to the city’s furry friends. Pet-friendly Laurel Hill East encourages the public to bring their animals along for this walking tour. Stories and stops will include one of the first court cases to rule against animal cruelty, pets memorialized in stone, and the woman who bestowed a portion of her will to her dearest dogs. Tour Guide: Paul Sookasian

Time & Location May 29, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Laurel Hill East Cemetery, 822 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19132 About the event Walk with the goats through this beautiful historic property filled with famous stories.  This walk will start promptly at the gate house, where you can also view the headstone of Adrian Balboa.  In the event of rain, this walk will be moved to the next day, Thursday.  Please check all of our social media and this website for any weather related changes. For day-of immediate needs, please text the Goat Phone: 215-703-8057  We will depart from