Sep 8, 2017 | Events, Observances/Holidays
Cypress Hills Cemetery 4th Annual Halloween Party Join us on Sunday, October 15th for our 4th annual Halloween Party from 10am – 1pm. We will enjoy a fun filled morning of pumpkin picking and decorating, face painting, bounce house fun and much, much...
Feb 9, 2017 | Events, Notable feature, Notes from Cypress Hills, Observances/Holidays
Ethel Cuff Black Born: 1890 Died: 1977 Ethel Cuff Black was an amazing soul, dedicated to the furtherance of her community and youth. While attending Howard University, she was chairwoman of the collegiate chapter of the YWCA. Later, along...
Feb 1, 2017 | Events, Notable feature, Notes from Cypress Hills, Observances/Holidays
In celebration of Black History Month, each week in February, Cypress Hills Cemetery will be highlighting the achievements of various African American notables. James McCune Smith Born: April 18, 1813 Died: November 17, 1865 Renowned...
Nov 12, 2016 | Events, Observances/Holidays
Meet Santa at Cypress Hills Cemetery Join us on Saturday, December 10th from 1pm – 3pm as we get a visit from Santa Claus. Bring the children to come celebrate the holiday season. There will be pictures with Santa, free gifts for the children and free...
Feb 22, 2016 | Notable feature, Notes from Cypress Hills, Observances/Holidays
Elizabeth Jennings Graham Born: 1826 Died: 1902 One hundred and one years prior to Rosa Parks’ refusal to give up her seat on the bus, Elizabeth Jennings Graham fought for her right to ride on a segregated New York City streetcar and...
Feb 16, 2016 | Notable feature, Notes from Cypress Hills, Observances/Holidays
Eubie Blake Born: February 7th, 1883 Died: February 12th, 1983 This week, we feature an incredible artist whose talent and musical longevity are beyond comprehension. Eubie Blake’s music focused on ragtime and early jazz culture. His prowess at...
Feb 8, 2016 | Notable feature, Notes from Cypress Hills, Observances/Holidays
Charlotte E. Ray Born: January 13th, 1850 Died: January 4th, 1911 Last week we featured a man who paved the way for African Americans in sports by breaking the color barrier in Major League Baseball. This week, we highlight another...
Feb 1, 2016 | Notable feature, Observances/Holidays
Jackie Robinson Born: January 31st, 1919 Died: October 24th, 1972 Jackie Robinson stepped out onto the baseball diamond at Ebbets Field on April 15, 1947 becoming the first African-American to play in Major League baseball. From that moment on, he broke the color...
Nov 12, 2015 | Events, Observances/Holidays
Meet Santa at Cypress Hills Cemetery Join us on Saturday, December 12th from 1pm-3pm. We will have gifts for the children, free refreshments and pictures with Santa and his elves. Be sure to dress warm! Looking forward to seeing you...
Nov 17, 2014 | Events, Notes from Cypress Hills, Observances/Holidays
Up to the North Pole the invitation has been sent….. and guess who accepted to be here for Cypress Hills Cemetery’s 4th Annual Meet Santa Event?? Santa replied he’ll be here with bells on and arrive in his sleigh… So mark December 13th on your calendar because...