Old Colony Burying Ground

Overview

The Old Colony Burying Ground was established in 1805 and is the final resting place of many early Granville pioneers. The first burial was in 1806, and the oldest surviving gravestone is dated 1808. It is the resting place for veterans from the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and Civil War, along with ministers, farmers, industrialists, physicians, mothers, children, and other citizens of Granville.

Quick Facts

Status
Existing
Locality or neighborhood
Granville
State or province
Ohio
Postal code
43023
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