Crown Hill National Cemetery

Crown Hill National Cemetery, located at 725 West 42nd Street in Indianapolis, Indiana, is a digital platform dedicated to the memory of nearly 10 million Veterans. The cemetery offers interactive features for posting Tributes, uploading images, sharing military service timelines, biographical information, and more. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., closed on federal holidays except Memorial Day. Burial in the cemetery is open to all members of the armed forces who have met active duty service requirements. Spouses, widows, widowers, children, and certain other dependents may also be eligible for burial. The cemetery is divided into two parcels of land, with the Columbarium Annex providing space for cremated remains. Artificial flowers and decorations are permitted at specific times of the year, with regulations in place for maintaining the cemetery's appearance. Crown Hill National Cemetery has a rich history, including the reinterment of Union soldiers and Confederate prisoners during the Civil War. The cemetery's location within the private Crown Hill Cemetery makes it a significant site for honoring the nation's veterans.