Locust Valley Cemetery

Locust Valley Cemetery is a non-denominational cemetery located in Locust Valley, New York, in Nassau County. The cemetery was founded in the 19th Century and designed by John Charles Olmsted and Frederick Law Olmsted, Jr., renowned architects of Central Park. They are the sons of the famed landscape designer Frederick Law Olmsted. The two brothers were among the founding members of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA).

Locust Valley Cemetery (A Non-Denominational Long Island Cemetery)
Shown within New York
Details
Established1917
Location
CountryUnited States
Coordinates40.882916°N 73.588403°W / 40.882916; -73.588403
TypeNon-sectarian
Owned byLocust Valley Cemetery Association Inc.
Size31 acres
No. of gravesOver 9,000
Websitewww.lvcemetery.com
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Locust Valley Cemetery is situated on over 32 lushly landscape acres with a park-like setting. The cemetery is owned by its plot holders and managed by an association.

Locust Valley Cemetery

History

Locust Valley Cemetery Association Inc. was incorporated 1917, and a perpetual care fund was established to preserve its natural beauty. Today, that fund is still supported by proceeds from interment sales as well as donations. The principal of the endowment can never be violated based on the laws of New York State.

This 32 acre property is listed on the Smithsonian Register of American Gardens.

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