Association for the Preservation of Historic Congressional Cemetery

Congressional Cemetery: active burial ground and conservation of the grounds, physical artifacts, buildings, and infrastructure of the Cemetery. Congressional Cemetery offers a unique window into american history. As the premier burial ground for 19th century Washington, Congressional Cemetery began collecting an assembly of prominent civic leaders, architects, military oficers, and men of commerce. In time came the leaders of civil rights movements, explorers of the world, artists, and diplomats. This collection of outstanding individuals allows us to tell the american story from an untold number of aspects and makes Congressional Cemetery a unique Historic place - making its Preservation and restoration efforts all the more important.

K9 corps at Historic Congressional Cemetery: the k9 corps at Historic Congressional Cemetery is a membership dogwalking program, bringing life, community, and volunteerism to this extraordinary burial ground. the k9 corps membership dues provide for maintenance of the grounds and assists with administrative costs. Our dogwalking community makes up a major portion of our volunteer efforts. From spring clean-ups to tree removals to archiving, we count on the dogwalkers to wade in and help make things happen.

Education and outreach: share the stories of those who are buried here in tours, newsletter articles, and other educational activities.