Sunday, May 19, 2019 at 10:00 AM
The General Meade Society of Philadelphia, in conjunction with the Friends of Laurel Hill Cemetery, call all volunteers to assist in preparing for the nation’s Memorial Day commemoration. Those asse…
Friday, May 24, 2019 at 10:00 AM
In life and in 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? Join Laurel Hill Cemetery for an informative overvie…
Sunday, May 26, 2019 at 12:00 PM
The traditional Decoration Day service of the Grand Army Meade Post #1 will be recreated at historic Laurel Hill Cemetery, the site of the first Memorial Day Observance in Philadelphia in 1868. The en…
Saturday, June 1, 2019 at 11:00 AM
Find inner tranquility and balance during a one-hour yoga session in the peaceful backdrop of Laurel Hill Cemetery, overlooking the Schuylkill River. Sessions will be led by experienced yoga instructo…
Saturday, June 1, 2019 at 6:00 PM
This summer the Divine Hand Ensemble returns to Laurel Hill for their annual performance atop the crypts. Witness Mano Divina, leader of the Ensemble, harness electricity with his fingertips and draw …
Sunday, June 2, 2019 at 1:00 PM
The sandstone sculptural group Old Mortality and His Pony greets daily visitors to Laurel Hill, establishing the cemetery’s place as a unique outdoor sculpture garden. Look beyond this impressive wo…
Thursday, June 6, 2019 at 6:00 PM
This tour is open exclusively to members of The Friends of Laurel Hill Cemetery. To become a member click here. During an evening of intrigue and mystery, members will learn about the most mysteriou…
Friday, June 7, 2019 at 10:00 AM
In life and in 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 monthly tour series provides an informative ove…
Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 10:00 AM
In life and in 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? Join Laurel Hill Cemetery for an informative overvie…
Thursday, June 13, 2019 at 6:00 PM
Laurel Hill cemetery is more than a burial ground – it is a historic landscape and public garden that has provided Philadelphian’s an unmatched horticultural retreat from the city for the last 182…
Friday, June 14, 2019 at 10:00 AM
In life and in 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 monthly tour series provides an informative ove…
Saturday, June 15, 2019 at 1:00 PM
Philadelphia played a central and indelible part in the struggle to end the evil that was slavery, even as the city itself was sharply and fiercely divided on the issue. Many Philadelphians who made i…
Friday, June 21, 2019 at 10:00 AM
In life and in 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 monthly tour series provides an informative ove…
Sunday, June 23, 2019 at 10:00 AM
Whether we can hear it or not, music hangs in the air at Laurel Hill Cemetery—heavenly intonations of the singers, musicians, lyricists and composers buried within. Visit the gravesites of those who…
Tuesday, June 25, 2019 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Laurel Hill Cemetery is a historic national landmark that dates back to its founding in 1836. Centuries of content and context are still alive on the grounds in the way of archives, stories and monum…
Thursday, June 27, 2019 at 10:00 AM
Laurel Hill’s stunning grounds and stroller-friendly pathways are perfect for parents and caregivers looking to spend time outdoors while learning about local history with their baby in tow. This in…
Friday, June 28, 2019 at 10:00 AM
In life and in 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 monthly tour series provides an informative ove…
Friday, June 28, 2019 at 9:00 PM
Pack a picnic, gather some friends or a date, and enjoy an evening under the stars. As the sun sets over Laurel Hill’s historic tombs, the grainy joys of the film experience will be brought to life …
Saturday, June 29, 2019 at 3:00 PM
From baseball and hockey to tennis and skiing, West Laurel Hill has an array of legendary athletes, sports writers and equipment manufacturers who left their legacy’s behind. Join us as you hear the…
Sunday, June 30, 2019 at 1:00 PM
Discover ancient symbols and architectural styles that have survived since the time of the pharaohs on this walking tour through Laurel Hill’s historic tombs. Along the way, meet the individuals who…
Friday, July 26, 2019 at 9:00 PM
Pack a picnic, gather some friends or a date, and enjoy an evening under the stars. As the sun sets over Laurel Hill’s historic tombs, the grainy joys of the film experience will be brought to life …
Wednesday, August 21, 2019 at 8:30 PM
Pack a picnic, gather some friends or a date, and enjoy an evening under the stars. As the sun sets over Laurel Hill’s historic tombs, the grainy joys of the film experience will be brought to life …
Friday, September 13, 2019 at 9:00 PM
Pack a picnic, gather some friends or a date, and enjoy an evening under the stars. As the sun sets over Laurel Hill’s historic tombs, the grainy joys of the film experience will be brought to life …
