The Directory
Jewish Cemeteries in America
A growing, community-built directory of Jewish cemeteries and burial grounds across the United States. A resource for visiting a loved one, tracing family history, or honoring the generations who came before, browse by state and city.
Looking for a specific cemetery? Search all 628 listings by name or city.
Search the DirectoryHonoring Those Who Came Before
In Jewish tradition, caring for the dead and their resting places is among the most sacred of duties. Jewish cemeteries are places of memory and honor, where families visit, say Kaddish, and leave a small stone on the grave as a sign that someone was there and someone remembers.
This directory can help you find a cemetery to visit, or research family history and genealogy. Use it to browse by state and city, then open any listing for its location and directions. For plot records, visiting hours, and burial information, contact the cemetery or its associated congregation or society directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Jewish cemeteries are in the JewSA directory?
The directory currently lists 628 Jewish cemeteries and burial grounds across 46 states, and it keeps growing as the community adds and corrects listings.
How do I find a Jewish cemetery near me?
Browse by state and then by city, or use search to look up a cemetery by name or city. Each listing shows the location and directions to help you plan a visit.
Can this help with genealogy or family history?
Yes. The directory is a starting point for finding a cemetery to visit or to research family history. For plot records, visiting hours, and burial information, contact the cemetery or its associated congregation or society directly.
Is the JewSA cemeteries directory free?
Yes. It is a free, community-built informational resource. If a Jewish cemetery is missing or a listing needs fixing, you can suggest an addition or correction.
Missing or Out of Date?
Know a Jewish cemetery we're missing, or a listing that needs fixing? Let us know and we'll keep the directory accurate. This is a free, informational community resource.
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