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Crown Hill Cemetery

700 West 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
317 925 8231
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Ranked #15 of 70 attractions in Indianapolis
Type: Cemeteries
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Owner description: Founded in 1863, Crown Hill is the nation’s 3rd largest cemetery with 555 acres of beautiful rolling hills located across the street from the... more » Owner description: Founded in 1863, Crown Hill is the nation’s 3rd largest cemetery with 555 acres of beautiful rolling hills located across the street from the Indianapolis Museum of Art. Thousands visit this urban oasis to enjoy its peaceful beauty; study the architecture, sculptures and trees; exercise; picnic; view the wildlife and to study the history and heritage of the 200,000+ people buried there. A "must see" highlight is a visit to the top of "The Crown," the highest hill in the county, which affords a 360-degree panoramic view of the entire Indianapolis skyline. Note: the white line painted on the roads connects both gates via the "scenic route" (including Pres. Harrison's memorial, the "Crown," National Cemetery, Gothic Chapel [1875], the Waiting Station and 34th Street Gothic gate [both 1885]). Crown Hill is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Notables include President Benjamin Harrison, poet James Whitcomb Riley, Col. Eli Lilly, three U.S. Vice Presidents, and numerous others, including the infamous bank robber John Dillinger.Twice named “The Best Walking Tour” by Indianapolis Monthly magazine, and featured as one of Midwest Living Magazine's "Terrific Tours," visitors can attend one of their many guided Public Tours (most scheduled to see the sunset), or schedule their own Private Group Tour. « less
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Hermitage, Tennessee
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

We wanted to check out this cemetery for all the famous people buried there, and man o man was it a beautiful cemetery! If you have a chance, this place is definitely worth it. The only thing I will say about it though, is there are many other somewhat well known figures that are buried there that aren't either well... More

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West Lafayette, Indiana
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

This historic cemetery holds dignitaries from all over Indiana. It's awesome to stand in the middle and imagine all these people standing up to tell you their stories, sort of like if there were a FaceBook for the dead. I don't think you could leave here after a few hours and not have a book in your mind to write.... More

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Southwest Virginia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

Crown Hill Cemetery is a very large cemetery, if fact it is the 3rd largest non-government cemetery in the United States. Benjamin Harrison, the 23rd President of the United States is buried here along with the depression era gangster John Dillinger, Poet James Whitcomb Riley, Colts owner Robert Irsay along with three Vice-Presidents and a number of other notable and... More

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013

This is the highest point in Indianapolis. There are some interesting people buried here; such as various United States Vice Presidents, John Dillinger, James whitcomb Rileyand others. It is one of the largest cemeteries in our country.Some of the the tombstones are very interesting. And, if you're lucky, you might see some of the deer who frequent this cemetery. They... More

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2013

This is a destination, not just a cemetery. The grounds are simply beautiful. If you are near, don't miss it. Many famous people are buried here as well.

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Carmel, Indiana
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013 via mobile

Was there taking photographs found grave of inventor of the Gatling gun, pretty cool, also Dillinger buried here, Benjamin Harrison are among the notables

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

This is one of my favorite places to go in Indianapolis---I know, I'm strange:) Most people don't realize the highest point of Marion County is in Crown Hill. There is so much history in the cemetery. There are tours available and I've heard they are excellent and add a lot of value to the visit. I personally had someone with... More

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Columbus, Indiana
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2013

The grounds are kept in prestine conditions. It was fun to wonder among the graves of famous people. John Dillinger is just one of the better know personalities burried there.

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 December 2012

The highest point in Indianapolis is located in the cemetery. It is the burial spot of Hoosier poet James Whitcomb Riley. We were there with a group of teenagers for a guided tour. This would be a great spot for a summer time picnic. If you come in the evening, be sure to bring a flashlight. Lighting is poor in... More

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Plainfield, Indiana, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 November 2012

This is more state park than cemetery. Wonderful walk through history. The highest place in Indianapolis is an awesome sight right in the middle of the cemetery.

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