Second Cemetery of Congregation Shearith Israel 72 West 11th Street, Manhattan, New York,
About the Business
Welcome to the Second Cemetery of Congregation Shearith Israel, a historic and serene resting place located in the heart of Manhattan at 72 West 11th Street, New York. As a significant site for the oldest Jewish congregation in North America, our cemetery offers a peaceful environment for reflection and remembrance. Established in the early 19th century, this sacred ground is a testament to the rich heritage and enduring legacy of the Jewish community in New York City. Visitors are invited to explore the beautifully maintained grounds, which serve as a tribute to those who have shaped our congregation's history. Whether you are here to honor a loved one or to learn about the cultural and historical significance of our cemetery, we welcome you to experience the tranquility and reverence of this cherished site.
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Hours open
Monday:
09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday:
09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday:
09:00 - 17:00
Thursday:
09:00 - 17:00
Friday:
09:00 - 17:00
Saturday:
09:00 - 17:00
Sunday:
09:00 - 17:00
Reviews
"I'm no licensed guide but love wandering the city and I've now stumbled upon all three of these cemeteries referenced by fellow reviewers Hal and Vincent. For me each of these is a poignant reminder of how all of Manhattan north of the Wall Street area was once wooded or farmland (and ALL of Manhattan was woodland or marsh or had but a handful of Lenape villages upon it pre-contact)."
"For Hal: if you like this ‘Second’ there is a ‘Third’ on 21st street"
"Ladino Family Tree"
"I am a NYC licensed sightseeing guide. I am ashamed to tell you I was unaware of the existence of the Second Cemetery, having concentrated for years in my Chinatown tours on the First one, near Kimlau Square in Chinatown. I was on a fam ( familiarization ) tour yesterday. My guide stopped there and my jaw dropped. I got great photos thru the bars ( the cemetery is locked ) so my rating of " facilities and service " is mythical and based on how good the visual appeal is; the place is reminiscent, at least to me, of the family graves in the South in your backyard on say, Okrakoke Is. It is a nice shady spot in the afternoon, with one large tree, a miniature obelisk that is the baby brother of Audubon's up at the Trinity Graveyard site in Harlem at the Church of the Intercession. It has less than a dozen headstones in it, as far as I could see. I will do further research on who is buried there for my walking tours."
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