Historical Tours
Self-guided exploration of remaining gravestones and burial sites. Learn about Elizabeth's earliest settlers and their stories.
- 12 original grave markers to discover
- Historical significance explanations
- Colonial-era burial practices
Why Customers Choose OLD ELIZABETH
Based on 4 customer reviews
- Original cemetery with 200+ years of Elizabeth history
- Rare authentic colonial-era gravestones and markers
- Unique burial records including beloved family pets
- Peaceful setting for reflection and historical study
- Important genealogical resource for local families
- Free access to significant historical landmark
Location & Local Context
Address: Elizabeth, PA 15037, USA
Hours: Friday Open 24 hours, Monday Open 24 hours, Sunday Open 24 hours, Tuesday Open 24 hours, Saturday Open 24 hours, Thursday Open 24 hours, Wednesday Open 24 hours
Parking: Street parking available along nearby residential roads
Peak times: Weekend afternoons during pleasant weather
Nearby neighborhoods: Forward Township, Jefferson Hills, Clairton
Nearby landmarks: Near Elizabeth Borough Hall, Close to Youghiogheny River, Walking distance from downtown Elizabeth
Services & Offerings
Genealogy Research
Access burial records and family history information for genealogical research. Perfect for tracing Elizabeth family roots.
- 197 human burial records
- Early settler family information
- Historical documentation access
Educational Visits
Educational opportunity for students and history enthusiasts to learn about colonial burial customs and local heritage.
- Colonial-era burial traditions
- Local history insights
- Authentic historical artifacts
Memorial Reflection
Quiet space for contemplation and paying respects to Elizabeth's founding families and early residents.
- Peaceful historic setting
- Connection to local heritage
- Respectful memorial environment
Customer Reviews
⭐ 4.8 out of 5
4 total reviews
Most Frequently Mentioned
- Historical significance (4 mentions)
- Original grave markers (3 mentions)
- Unique burial records (2 mentions)
- Peaceful atmosphere (2 mentions)
Consistently positive ratings from history enthusiasts. 2 new reviews this quarter.
★★★★★
“The original cemetery in Elizabeth, Pennsylvania. 200 something burials occurred, 197 being people, 2 being dogs, and one being a horse. Only about 12 Gravestones remain. -Barret”
— velva brighton★★★★★
“Great example of an old cemetery grave markers”
— Freedom Neverends★★★★★
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— William Boucher★★★★★
“Elizabeth is buried here.”
— J DeChicchisFrequently Asked Questions
The cemetery is accessible during daylight hours year-round. Please visit respectfully and observe posted guidelines.
Yes, the burial records can help with family history research for Elizabeth area families dating back to the 1700s.
While uncommon, the pet and horse burials reflect the close bonds between early settlers and their animals on the frontier.
About 12 original markers remain, though weathering has made some inscriptions difficult to decipher completely.
No, Old Elizabeth Cemetery is a historic site and no longer accepts new burials, preserving its colonial-era character.
Business Activity
Status: Open during daylight
Peak hours: Weekend afternoons
Visitor pattern: History enthusiasts and genealogists
Popular season: Spring through fall
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