Elmwood Cemetery is one of Memphis' most historic cemeteries, originally established in 1852 on 40 acres of land approximately two miles from the city's center. Since then, the cemetery has expanded to more than 80 acres, serving as the final resting place for more than 75,000 residents of the city, including some of its most notable politicians, artists, and civil rights leaders. Since 2002, the cemetery has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places, serving as the city's oldest cemetery. The beautiful garden cemetery is home to large stands of gorgeous ancient trees and sweeping vistas, with monuments and mausoleums such as the Stokes Columbarium dotting its landscape. Other attractions throughout the cemetery include the NRHP-listed Morgan Bridge, the 1866 Phillips Cottage, and the Victorian Gothic-style Lord's Chapel, which may be rented for funerals and private special events.
824 S. Dudley Street, Memphis, TN 38104, Phone: 901-774-3212