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June 24, 1971. Christ Church Burial Ground in Philadelphia is an important early-American cemetery. It is the final resting place of Benjamin Franklin and his wife, Deborah. Four other signers of the Declaration of Independence are buried here, Benjamin Rush, Francis Hopkinson, Joseph Hewes, and George Ross.
The Burial Ground is the final resting place of some of our most prominent leaders, including Benjamin Franklin and four other signers of the Declaration of Independence. Maps of the Christ Church Burial Ground highlight many of the notable people buried here. Burial Ground GPS Address. N 5th and Arch Streets Philadelphia, PA 19106
Christ Church Burial Ground is one of America’s most unique Colonial and Revolution-era graveyards, with 1,400 markers on two beautiful acres right in the heart of historic Philadelphia. Discover the notable Americans laid to rest in Christ Church Burial Grounds, our virtual tour and lesson plans.
Signer of the Constitution. Our burial grounds are the final resting place for many Colonial and Revolutionary leaders. Learn about those laid to rest at Christ Church.
Christ Church. Corner view of the Christ Church burial ground. Next to Franklin's grave. The Franklin Plot. The grave of Benjamin Rush. For over two hundred years, Christ Church and its two affiliated cemeteries in Old City Philadelphia have been points of interest for tourists, students and history enthusiasts.
Christ Church Burial Ground is a nonprofit historic site. Your small admission fee ($2 for adults and $1 for children) goes towards the upkeep of the grounds, the preservation of the gravestones, and keeping a staff of tour guides on-site 7 days a week to share the stories behind the famous Americans buried here!
Steps from the Independence Visitor Center, Christ Church Burial Ground is a must-visit during any trip to Philadelphia’s Historic District. Inside its gates lay the graves of many historical leaders, including five signers of the Declaration of Independence, as well as ordinary citizens.
