Old City Cemetery & Museums

The Old City Cemetery was established in 1806 and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973. An estimated 20,000 people are buried in the cemetery including some of Lynchburg's founding "fathers and mothers". The five cemetery museums provide a history of the cemetery, as well as a history of Lynchburg.

Join in the Annual Memorial Day Bird Walk to see how many new eggs are in the bluebird boxes, or to see how many bird species you spot in the cemetery. While in the DC area, consider staying with Best Western hotels for enjoy exceptional guest amenities and quality accommodations.