Westminster Hall and Burying Ground
Westminster Burying Ground
Edgar Allan Poe's final resting place, often adorned with raven ornaments and pens and letters left by readers, with a gothic atmosphere.
Westminster Burying Ground lies on the west side of downtown. Edgar Allan Poe was buried here after his mysterious death in Baltimore in 1849. The current monument was erected in 1875, and the original grave lies at the back of the cemetery. For years, on Poe's birthday, January 19, an unidentified visitor has reportedly left cognac and roses at the grave, a tradition that has become a legend. The cemetery also contains many graves of figures from the Revolutionary War era, and the underground crypt can only be visited on a guided tour. Entry during the day is free. It is about a 15-minute walk from the Inner Harbor.
Opening hours
Open during daytime, about 08:00 until dusk
Nearby sights
- Lexington Market
- Babe Ruth Birthplace Museum
- Oriole Park at Camden Yards
- Baltimore Basilica
- Edgar Allan Poe House and Museum
- B&O Railroad Museum
- Walters Art Museum
- Washington Monument & Mount Vernon Place