Monongahela Cemetery, Friedhof in den Vereinigten Staaten
Monongahela Cemetery is a burial ground in Pennsylvania established in 1863 with extensive grounds covering rolling terrain. The site features paved pathways, open lawns, and a stone chapel at the summit, all designed by the landscape architects Hare & Hare.
This cemetery was established in 1863 during the Civil War when the community needed a new burial ground. The first grave was interred in May of that year, and the stone chapel was constructed in 1894 by local architect F.P. Keller.
This cemetery was created by the community as a shared space for remembrance and honor. You can see how local families gathered together to establish a place that would hold the memory of those who had passed.
The paved pathways are easy to walk and gently slope upward toward the chapel at the top. The grounds are well maintained and accessible, allowing visitors to explore the lawns and tree-lined areas at a relaxed pace.
This cemetery is the only one in the country to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places specifically for its architecture and landscape design when it was added in 2001. This rare recognition highlights how thoughtful design by Hare & Hare created a place of national importance.
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