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Laurel Hill East

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3822 Ridge Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19132 United States Get Directions

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  • In Their Own Words

    Laurel Hill East 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Many of permanent residents at Laurel Hill Cemetery East had a way with words, whether they were keeping diaries, writing novels and poetry, or keeping up with friends via letter. In this tour, we let these people speak for themselves, as they describe a traditional New England Thanksgiving, recount their big moment singing at the White House, and contemplate the romantic ramifications of coin collecting, among other written words they left behind. Generously sponsored by Carol R. Yaster and William J. Levant, Esq. Tour Guide: Rich Wilhelm COST $17/General Admission (Ages 13 and up) $15/Seniors (Ages 65+) and Students with

  • Fall Foliage of Laurel Hill East

    Laurel Hill East 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    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!

  • Goat Walk at Laurel Hill East

    Laurel Hill East 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    FREE Goat Walk with Philly Goat Project through Laurel Hill Cemetery East (3822 Ridge Ave). Wed, 9/17 5:30PM, All Ages, No Reservations!Walk with the goats through this beautiful historic property filled with famous stories.  This walk will start promptly at the gate house, street park and walk in. In the event of rain, this walk will be moved to the next day, Thursday 9/18.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 the Gatehouse at Laurel Hill East's main entrance,

  • Stop the Presses! Printers & Publishers

    Laurel Hill East 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Philadelphia was the center of American printing and publishing from the 1700s through the 1900s. Paper and printmaking were revolutionized here, early writers drafted our most important historic documents, and publishers created the largest and most popular daily newspapers and weekly magazines of their time. On this tour, we will meet publishers of some of these materials like the Saturday Evening Post and Godey’s Lady’s Book, and others who influenced the printed press! Tour Guide: Peter Howell DIRECTIONS This tour departs from Laurel Hill East’s Gatehouse entrance at 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19132. Information on directions, parking, and visiting

  • DonChristian Jones: The Politics of Mourning IV

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    Laurel Hill East 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    DonChristian Jones is a postdisciplinary artist and social sculptor whose practice blurs the boundaries between visual art, music, performance, and social intervention. Working across media and modes, his work engages architecture, community, and futurity—often emerging from spaces shaped by surveillance, abandonment, or resistance. Raised in Philadelphia and based in New York, DonChristian’s early years painting inside Rikers Island and other carceral institutions ground his work in both aesthetic experimentation and civic urgency. His installations, soundworks, and performances have appeared at The Whitney Museum, MoMA PS1, The Shed, New Museum, and Brooklyn Museum, among others. In 2020, he founded Public Assistants

    $10

  • DonChristian Jones: The Politics of Mourning IV

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    Laurel Hill East 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    DonChristian Jones is a postdisciplinary artist and social sculptor whose practice blurs the boundaries between visual art, music, performance, and social intervention. Working across media and modes, his work engages architecture, community, and futurity—often emerging from spaces shaped by surveillance, abandonment, or resistance. Raised in Philadelphia and based in New York, DonChristian’s early years painting inside Rikers Island and other carceral institutions ground his work in both aesthetic experimentation and civic urgency. His installations, soundworks, and performances have appeared at The Whitney Museum, MoMA PS1, The Shed, New Museum, and Brooklyn Museum, among others. In 2020, he founded Public Assistants

    $10

  • Spring Equinox Tree Walk and Meditation

    Laurel Hill East 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Just as the spring equinox is a time of transition in nature, it’s also an invitation to reflect on our own lives. As the sap is rising in trees and pushing out spring’s leaves and flowers, we are also ready to emerge from winter with new energy. Join Arboretum Manager Aaron Greenberg and Energy Guide Asia IrgangLaden for an arboretum walk that looks at seasonal change amongst the trees, as we are guided in short meditations that engage with balance, transformation and emergence.

  • Candlelight Halloween: Open Air Haunted Classics

    Laurel Hill East 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Philadelphia 📍 Venue: Laurel Hill Cemetery 📅 Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector ⏳ Duration: 65 minutes (doors open 60 mins prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted) 👤 Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult ♿ Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant ❓ View the FAQs for this event here 🪑 Seating is assigned on a first come

    $30.00

  • Beautiful Blooms: Spring Arbor Tour of Laurel Hill East

    Laurel Hill East 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    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. 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 OUT  Free/Ages 5 and under ** Access Card + Valid Photo I.D. must be presented at check-in. Please note –

  • Hot Spots & Storied Plots at Laurel Hill East

    Laurel Hill East 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    In life and death, we all have stories to tell, and what better place to hear tales of wonder than Philadelphia’s most famous home of the dead? This introductory tour provides an informative overview of Laurel Hill East’s long history, which includes many marble masterpieces, stunning views, and legendary stories that afford the cemetery its WOW factor. An experienced graveyard guide will offer you their unique perspective on beautiful art, scenic nature, and fascinating history. Tour Guide: Tom & Pattye Stringer $15/General Admission (Ages 13 and up) $13/Seniors (Ages 65+) and Students with ID $10/Members of the Friends of Laurel

  • To Serve Them All My Days

    Laurel Hill East 3822 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Most of us run from death while others make the decision to walk toward the possibility. Many of the residents of Laurel Hill made that decision, often knowing full well what might be in store for them. During this tour, we’ll visit the graves and stories of some of those who died while in service to others, whether it be during a time of war, raging disease, or a particular occupation. Tour Guide: Rich Boardman 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