Presidents

Commanders in Chief Remembered in Stone

From Washington to Lincoln, presidential gravesites are national landmarks that inspire reflection. This page explores the burial places of America’s commanders-in-chief and the stories behind them.   

Beloved Entertainers and Stars Who Still Shine.

 Actors, musicians, writers, artists, and directors, the entertainers we love may be gone, but their legacies live on. This page highlights the graves of the stars who shaped our culture.   

Legends of the Games

From baseball diamonds to boxing rings, the world of sports is filled with legends whose stories end at notable gravesites. Explore the final resting places of athletes who defined the game. 

Pioneers, Pathfinders and Trailblazers

The American frontier shaped the nation’s early identity. From pioneers to Native leaders, this page uncovers the burial places of those who lived and shaped the frontier life. 

Justice Served and Remembered. 

Be it the Law, Victims or Perpetrators, in this category, you’ll find graves of notable law enforcement officers, judges, criminals, victims, and legal figures whose lives were tied to law, crime, or regulation. 

Heroes of Service and Sacrifice 

Soldiers, commanders, and veteran legends laid to rest across the country, honored for their bravery and duty. From the Revolution to Modern Conflicts. 

Public Servants, Power Players. and Innovators Who Built the World

From industrial titans to founders whose lives influenced commerce, infrastructure, and culture. 

Legacy Lives, Unforgettable Ends 

Graves that speak to the enduring strength, achievements, and struggles of Black Americans whose stories shaped our history. 

Curious Lives, Extraordinary Ends

From eccentric figures to personalities who defied easy categorization, this section uncovers the unusual and the unforgettable. 

Elected Public Servants and Founders 

Their leadership shaped cities, states, and nations. Leaders of policy, governance, and public life honored with distinction. 

Healers and Spiritual Guides 

This is where you’ll find the graves of those who devoted their lives to caring for others, faith, medicine, and moral leadership. 

Local Legends of the Queen City 

Hometown heroes, famous burials, and storied final resting places right here in Cincinnati, remembered by their community. 

Famous Graves

 This isn’t just another group — it’s the Famous Graves group on Facebook, with nearly 190,000 members worldwide. From presidents to rock stars, poets to pioneers, our members share images and stories of the final resting places of history’s most unforgettable names. If you’re fascinated by cemeteries and the lives they preserve, this is the group you can’t miss. 

Explore it here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/famousgraves

Famous Graves from the State of Illinois

 Illinois is home to the resting places of presidents, mobsters, musicians, and cultural icons whose stories still capture the imagination. From Abraham Lincoln to Chicago blues legends, cemeteries across the state preserve the history of Illinois through the lives of those buried here. Join our group to share photos, history, and discoveries of Illinois’s most famous graves. 

Visit this group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/illinoisfamousgraves/

Famous Graves from the State of Indiana

 Indiana is the final resting place of authors, politicians, athletes, and innovators who helped shape both state and nation. From the Hoosier poets to sports greats and Hollywood names, the cemeteries of Indiana hold stories worth remembering. Join our group to share photos, history, and discoveries of Indiana’s most famous graves. 

Check out this group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/indianafamousgraves/

Famous Graves from the Commonwealth of Kentucky

 From frontier pioneers and Civil War generals to horse racing legends and country music stars, Kentucky cemeteries are filled with history that shaped the Bluegrass State. Our Facebook group is the place to explore, share photos, and discuss the famous and notable graves that make Kentucky’s story unforgettable. 

Explore it here:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/kentuckyfamousgraves/

Famous Graves from the State of Michigan

 From Detroit legends to small-town pioneers, Michigan is home to the final resting places of athletes, entertainers, leaders, and everyday people who shaped the state’s history. Join our Facebook group to share photos, stories, and discoveries from cemeteries across the Great Lakes State. 

Visit this group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/michiganfamousgraves/

Famous Graves from the State of Ohio

 Ohio cemeteries hold the stories of presidents, inventors, athletes, and entertainers who left their mark on both the Buckeye State and the nation. From historic leaders to hometown heroes, every grave tells a piece of Ohio’s rich history. Join our Facebook group to share your photos, discoveries, and connections to the famous and notable resting places across Ohio. 

Explore it here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ohiofamousgraves/

Famous Graves from the State of Tennessee

 From country music legends in Nashville to Civil War heroes and political leaders, Tennessee cemeteries tell the story of a state rich in culture and history. Whether it’s Memphis, Knoxville, or small towns in between, each grave has a legacy to share. Join our group to explore and contribute to Tennessee’s most famous resting places. 

Check out this group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/tennesseefamousgraves/