Tag Archives: New Orleans cemeteries

A Photographic Tour of New Orleans’ Historic Cemeteries

Posted on September 27, 2012 by

New Orleans: Cemeteries by Eric J. Brock My rating: 4 of 5 stars This little gem is part of a series which collects historic photographs of Americana. Images of America: New Orleans Cemeteries includes hundreds of black-and-white photographs of more … Continue reading →

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Cemetery of the Week #77: Lafayette Cemetery #1

Posted on September 26, 2012 by

Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 1400 Washington Street New Orleans, Lousiana 70115 Founded: 1833 Size: one city block Number of interments: 10,000+ Open: Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday 7 a.m. to noon. Closed: Sunday and holidays (except … Continue reading →

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Buying a cemetery book for the holiday?

Posted on November 30, 2011 by

Let’s say that someone needs to buy a gift for a friend or family member, in order to share or inspire a love of cemeteries. I’ve compiled a list of books that every cemetery devotee should have in his or … Continue reading →

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Cemeteries in the Summer

Posted on June 27, 2011 by

I think there’s nothing more beautiful than a lush, green cemetery in the summertime.  Flowers blooming, birds singing, soft breezes at play, and beautiful statuary:  what could be more relaxing? I’ve listed my favorites below, but I’m hoping you’ll also … Continue reading →

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Homemade tribute to New Orleans’ cemeteries

Posted on May 21, 2011 by

Sacred ~ New Orleans Funerary Grounds by Elizabeth Huston My rating: 2 of 5 stars I don’t know if it’s fair to review a book published on Lulu, but I paid my $32 (It would have been more, but I … Continue reading →

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