Lake View Cemetery is a historic garden cemetery on Euclid Avenue in Cleveland, established in 1869. Its 285 acres hold sculpted memorials, old trees and the graves of figures including President James A. Garfield and John D. Rockefeller. The Garfield Memorial is a major landmark, while Wade Memorial Chapel is known for an interior designed by Louis Comfort Tiffany. Pick up a map to find notable sites, or join a guided walk to hear more about the cemetery’s history and architecture.
A cemetery founded in 1869
Lake View Cemetery opened in 1869 and covers 285 acres on Cleveland’s east side. Its grounds combine burial sites with sculpted memorials, chapels, mature trees and winding routes. The cemetery is a place of remembrance, so keep a respectful distance from mourners and treat graves and memorials with care.
The grounds are hilly, and a paved road passes through the burial areas. A map from the office can help you locate particular memorials and plan a route through the large site. Those who want more historical context can look into a guided tour.
Garfield’s memorial and notable graves
The James A. Garfield Memorial marks the resting place of the 20th president of the United States. The monument includes a sculpture of Garfield, stained glass and the bronze caskets of the president and his wife. Its upper level has been noted for views over the cemetery and toward downtown Cleveland, but access to the monument can vary, so check ahead if entering is important to your visit.
John D. Rockefeller is among the other well-known people buried here. You can also look for Alan Freed, the Cleveland radio DJ associated with popularizing the term “rock ’n’ roll,” whose headstone is shaped like a jukebox. Eliot Ness and baseball player Ray Chapman are also among the names connected with the cemetery.
Wade Memorial Chapel and the grounds
Wade Memorial Chapel is another key stop. Louis Comfort Tiffany designed its interior, and the chapel is known for its glasswork. A pond sits outside the chapel, offering a quieter place to pause among the grounds.
Lake View’s trees and flower displays change with the seasons. Daffodil Hill draws attention in spring, while fall brings color to the trees and shrubs, including Japanese maple and weeping Canadian hemlock. If you want to see several landmarks as well as take a longer walk, allow time to explore beyond the first memorial you visit.
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Who is buried at Lake View Cemetery?
Notable people buried here include President James A. Garfield, John D. Rockefeller, Alan Freed, Eliot Ness and baseball player Ray Chapman.
What can you see at Lake View Cemetery?
The grounds include the Garfield Memorial, Wade Memorial Chapel, historic graves, sculptures and seasonal plantings such as the daffodils on Daffodil Hill.
How long should you spend at Lake View Cemetery?
Allow about 2 to 3 hours to explore some of the grounds and memorials. The cemetery covers 285 acres, so a map can help you choose where to go.
Can you go inside the Garfield Memorial?
Access to the memorial can change. Check ahead if you want to see its interior.
