Funeral ceremonies often reflect a person’s cultural traditions.  Not only do funeral rites show respect for the deceased, but also they honor his or her culture and beliefs.   A cultural funeral ceremony is a way for loved ones to celebrate the culture and life of their dearly departed. All cultures and religions have their own unique …
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March is Irish American Heritage Month.  Woodlawn Cemetery pays tribute to the Irish Americans who helped shape New York City’s history. The Irish were among the first European settlers to come to North America in the early 1600s.  Ireland’s 1845 Potato Blight, also known as the Irish Potato Famine, is often credited with launching the second …
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March is Women’s History Month.  Woodlawn celebrates the vital role of women in American history. Women’s suffrage is the right of women by law to vote in national or local elections. The women’s suffrage movement was a decades-long campaign to win the right to vote for women in the United States. Woodlawn has memorialized many incredible …
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The holidays are a time of generosity and gift-giving. Thanksgiving brings with it thoughts of gratitude and appreciation, which often lead to the desire to give back to those around you, whether that’s your church, local homeless shelter, or school system. When the holidays roll around at the end of each year, many begin to …
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At Woodlawn Cemetery, we highly value the sacrifices of our nation’s veterans both alive and dead. More than 310,000 individuals are interred at Woodlawn Cemetery, and this includes a significant number of veterans. We are proud to honor the legacies of our nation’s brave men and women at our beautiful and historic cemetery. Each Memorial …
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Founded in 1863, Woodlawn Cemetery is recognized as one of the most historically significant properties in America. It’s the final resting place of leaders, legends, and loved ones whose lives have touched our own. Its memorials represent the largest and finest collection of funerary art in the country. Its surroundings include a lake, hills, meadows, …
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No matter your age, the world is turned upside down when a parent dies. So many Bronx-area families who come to Woodlawn to find the perfect resting place for their loved one talk to us about this specific and significant loss. We wanted to write this blog to help others know they are not alone …
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As children across the country head back to school this fall, we want to take the opportunity to acknowledge the significant contributions to our country’s education system made by some of the generous and talented individuals buried at Woodlawn Cemetery. The beautiful cemetery at Woodlawn is home to many notable individuals from the Bronx and …
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Twenty-two years ago, the September 11 terrorist attacks forever changed our nation. These tragic events are etched into the minds of anyone old enough to remember that day. Nearly 3,000 lives were taken; 11 of these men and women are laid to rest here at The Woodlawn Cemetery. Every year, we honor their memories, reading …
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When someone plans a funeral, burial, or cremation for their loved one, they often wish to celebrate their own religious beliefs or cultural background. Here at Woodlawn, we are proud to serve different ethnic backgrounds across the Bronx and beyond. No matter what your religious beliefs or cultural heritage are, our experienced staff will help …
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