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The Ultimate Mortician’s Road Trip Adventure: Part 4

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It has often been said that a person should take at least one great road trip during their lives to truly appreciate the vastness and diversity of the world around them. In a nation dotted with so many sites paying homage to the value of memorialization, a mortician’s road trip offers a unique opportunity to delve into the rich history of funeral customs, traditions and cultural expressions of remembrance.

Recently, ASD created a new mortician’s road trip series on our blog, highlighting places where the solemn beauty of mortality intertwines with the richness of history and culture. We have dedicated considerable time researching destinations we believe will ignite inspiration among funeral directors in our effort to curate an itinerary that broadens the perspectives of folks in the deathcare profession.

In  Part 1  of the series, we explored over two dozen sites from the Northeast to the Southwest, including stunning cemeteries, moving veteran memorials, civil war history sites, notable graves, and more. In  Part 2, we focused on a journey from the southwest to the pacific northwest, exploring haunting ghost towns, ancient Native American ruins, historic homes, natural wonders, unique museums and more. And in Part 3, we discovered famous gravesites, Oregon trail landmarks, collector oddities shops, national monuments, quirky roadside attractions and more.

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The Ultimate Mortician’s Road Trip Adventure

Part IV: The Midwest to the Northeast

The fourth and final leg of our mortician’s road trip adventure begins in the Great Lakes region of our country. Traveling from Minnesota to Pennsylvania, you’ll discover incredible destinations in both sprawling cities and rural small towns. As you wind your way around the Midwest, you’ll drive through seven states, visiting unique funeral homes, Native American burial mounds, sculpture gardens, storied monuments, fascinating museums and more. With approximately 35 hours of driving time, you can complete the final portion of our mortician’s road trip in about seven days if driving five hours per day.

Be sure to click on the links below to explore the other legs of our road trip series.

Part I: Northeast to Southwest
Part 2: Southwest to Pacific Northwest
Part 3: West Coast to the Great Lakes


Minnesota and Wisconsin

 

First stop: St Paul

While the third section of our mortician’s road trip series ended in Minneapolis, our fourth installment begins in the other twin city. Start your road exploring St. Paul, checking out some fascinating and unusual sites like the Wabasha Street Caves (215 Wabasha St), an underground cavern with a storied past. Saint Paul is also home to the Vision of Peace statue (15 W. Kellog Blvd), the world’s largest carved onyx figure. Featuring a tribute to Native American pipe ceremonies, the striking carving oscillates slowly, adding to its majestic allure. Finally, before you leave the city, take some time to visit Como Park to see the Joyce Kilmer Memorial Fireplace (1151 Como Ave), an impressive fireplace tribute to the poet whose words inspired the founder of the park’s arboretum. If you’re lucky, you might be able to time your visit to when the famous corpse flower is in bloom at the nearby park conservatory.

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Next up, drive two hours south to visit Niagara Cave (29842 Co Rd 30, Harmony MN) where you can explore an underground waterfall, 450 million-year-old fossils, and incredible limestone rock formations. From a subterranean wedding chapel to lantern light or black light tour options, this place offers a lot to explore for an adventurous funeral director. After your spelunking adventures, head northeast toward Fountain City, WI, taking time to stop at Sugar Loaf Bluff (825 E Lake Blvd, Winona MN). Located in the quaint riverside community of Winona, this scenic rock pinnacle is a distinctive landmark believed by Dakota tribes to be a scared burial site that was cleaved in two.

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As you bid farewell to Minnesota, you will cross over the mighty Mississippi and enjoy impressive views of the river on your way to Fountain City. This natural scenic byway is known as the Wisconsin Great River Road and offers some of the most iconic views of the Mississippi River in all of America. If you need to stretch your legs, you won’t want to miss a visit to Kinstone (S3439 Cole Bluff Lane, Fountain City), a megalithic sculpture garden featuring stone circles, standing stones, a labyrinth, and natural buildings. From the website, “Founded by Kristine Beck in 2010, Kinstone is a deeply energetic place where people come and find they are “re-membered” and transformed in some way by the land, stone, sky and natural world.” 

 
Continue east for approximately one hour until you reach the town of Sparta. Although most well-known for being the junction of several cross-country bike paths, giving it its nickname as the Bicycle Capital of America, this small town has a few other interesting sites worth checking out. There’s Wegner Grotto (7788 Daylight Rd), an impressive roadside complex filled with glass mosaic structures and sculptures, including a glass church created using recycled glass shards. Less than 15 minutes away, you’ll also find the Fast Fiberglass Mold Graveyard (14177 County Highway Q). Here, you can walk among the fiberglass giants that were once commonplace at roadside restaurants and gas stations across the country.

Next up, you’ll head east for another hour or so before you reach Dell Prairie, home of an almost otherworldly hidden wonder, the Witches Gulch (3951 River Rd, Wisconsin Dells). Millions of years ago, this region was the site of an ancient lake, where layers of sandstone gradually formed. Over time, as the landscape evolved, the lakebed emerged and became exposed to natural forces. Wind and water eroded the sandstone, sculpting a winding course that has transformed into the deep valley you can now visit today.

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From Dell Prairie, journey south toward Madison and make time for a unique stop that celebrates the beauty of what lives on after its original purpose: Dr. Evermor’s Forevertron (S7703 US Hwy 12, North Freedom). This incredible sculpture garden, crafted from recycled materials, is a testament to the power of reinvention and preservation. Featuring elements like dynamos built by Thomas Edison and components from NASA’s Apollo projects, the Forevertron is officially the largest scrap metal sculpture in the world. It’s a quirky, awe-inspiring destination that showcases how even the past can create a legacy that endures.

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In Madison, just 45 minutes away, take time to explore Wisconsin’s capital city visiting some sites that will remind you of the importance of remembrance and paying tribute. First up, head to Forest Hill Cemetery (1 Speedway Rd) to visit the grave of Eston Hemings who was one of Thomas Jefferson’s formerly enslaved sons. Next, stop by the Wisconsin State Capital (2 E Main St) building to see Old Abe, the taxidermized bald eagle who was the mascot of the 8th Wisconsin Infantry during the Civil War. Story goes that the Old Abe was routinely released to fly over battlefields to startle Confederate soldiers with his piercing shrieks and during peace times he was later honored as a war hero.

A surviving photo of Old Abe

Finally, before you leave Madison, take a walk on the Lake Monona Terrace (1 John Nolen Dr) to find a plaque honoring the memory of Otis Redding. The late singer was killed in a plane crash on his way to a show in Madison, the only show he ever missed. The plaque looks out on the lake where his plane crashed surrounded by a row of marble benches where you can sit and contemplate the talented singer’s lasting legacy.

Continue southeast toward Lake Geneva, taking a short 20-minute detour to the north to visit Old World Wisconsin (W372 S9727 WI-67, Eagle). This outdoor living history museum includes 60 authentically restored historic homes, farms, stores, and workshops, providing an immersive dive into 19th-century Wisconsin life. In addition to offering many hands-on experiences that allow visitors to experience what life was like in the 1800s, they also host occasional events on historic mourning and burial practices.

Your final stop before leaving the Badger state is in Lake Geneva, a resort city dotted with many Gilded Age mansions that will have you reaching for your camera. One of these impressive mansions is the Baker House (327 Wrigley Drive) which was built as a family home in 1885 than used as a Sanitorium until 1926. Today, it operates as a boutique hotel with many of its original features and wood carvings still preserved. Old fashioned hats adorn the walls and guests are encouraged to wear them and add to the mansion’s old charm.

For fans of Dungeons and Dragons, you’ll want to take some time in Lake Geneva to pay tribute to the game creator Gary Gygax. You can visit his grave at Oak Hill Cemetery (1101 Cemetery Rd) or stop by his official memorial located in the center of town surrounding Riviera Fountain (812 Wrigley Drive). The memorial features the game’s signature 20-sided die and diehard fans believe you can have your dice blessed by rolling them on the memorial stone.

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Illinois

After exploring Lake Geneva, travel east toward the shores of Lake Michigan. Our first stop in Illinois is the Dead River in Waukegan—think of it as the Dead Sea’s shy, Midwestern cousin or the River Styx without the ferry service. True to its name, the Dead River flows toward Lake Michigan but gives up just short of the finish line, disappearing into the sand. Occasionally, it gets dramatic, bursting through its sandy barricade like it’s tired of being overlooked. Most of the time, though, it’s content to quietly meander from Dead Lake to its dead-end beach, a perfectly morbid pit stop for any funeral director road trip.

From a river with a dead end to a beacon of life, drive an hour south along Lake Michigan to Gross Point Lighthouse (2601 Sheridan Rd, Evanston). Built after one of the worst maritime disasters on the Great Lakes, this lighthouse was established to prevent shipwrecks caused by dangerous shoals and poor visibility from industrial smoke in Chicago. Completed in June 1873, its Italianate-style main building and 113-foot tower were lit in March 1874, featuring a second-order Fresnel lens—the largest optic ever used on the Great Lakes.

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Continue south along Lake Michigan for another 45 minutes until you reach Chicago in all of its bustling, skyscraper-lined glory. We could write an entire blog devoted solely to things funeral directors would enjoy doing in the Windy City. Since this is a funeral director road trip, you simply must visit the cemeteries first and Chicago has more than few famous ones.

A visit to Graceland Cemetery (4001 N Clark St) is an essential stop as it is the final resting place for many of Chicago’s most prominent figures and features monuments designed by world famous architects.  Be sure to see the captivating “Eternal Silence” statue—legend has it that if you gaze into its eyes for too long, you may catch a glimpse of your own demise. Equally intriguing is the mysterious Inez Clarke Monument. Perched on a stone pedestal and encased in glass, this statue of a little girl with a parasol might seem unassuming at first glance. However, local lore suggests she comes to life at night, wandering the cemetery. Since the 1980s, security guards and tour bus drivers have reported the statue’s eerie disappearances and reappearances, adding to the mystique of this historic site.

Another incredible burial ground in Chicago to visit is Rose Hill Cemetery (5800 N Ravenswood Ave). As the oldest and largest cemetery in the city, Rose Hill is the final resting place of many familiar names such as Oscar Mayer, Montgomery Ward, and Richard Sears. From the moment you step foot under the magnificent Gothic-style entry gate, you will be transported back to the Victorian era as you peruse the awe-inspiring monuments, statuary and grand mausoleum.

Next up and not to be missed, The International Museum of Surgical Science (1524 N Lake Shore Dr) offers a fascinating exploration of medical history, making it a unique and thought-provoking destination for funeral directors. With its extensive collection of surgical instruments, medical artifacts, and exhibits detailing the evolution of healthcare practices, the museum provides valuable insights into the human body and mortality—topics central to the funeral profession. Highlights include a preserved iron lung, antique embalming tools, and detailed anatomical displays, all of which underscore the intersections between medicine, science, and the rituals surrounding death.

As with our other road trip guides, we like to include a few oddities shop for those funeral directors who like a taste of something bizarre or eccentric. Chicago certainly has plenty to choose from, but we think wares at Woolly Mammoth Antiques and Oddities (1513 West Foster Ave) seem especially fitting for funeral directors as the store collection was created to help people accept the inevitability of dying. Offering everything from urns, outdated medical equipment, old taxidermy, and even a real shrunken head, you can’t get any more bizarre than this. But perhaps you may want to see how the items at Sideshow Gallery (1513 West Foster Ave) compare. While you’ll definitely find some overlap (see: taxidermy specimens), this oddities boutique focuses less on death and more on occult trinkets.

From Chicago, head one-hour west to visit Mount Emblem Cemetery (520 E Grand Ave, Elmhurst). Known for its landmark windmill and its dedication to preservation, this cemetery dates back to the 1920s and has a distinctive rural and serene ambiance. The landscape here is both peaceful and historically significant. Mt. Emblem is the only cemetery in North America to contain a “Dutch Smock” windmill. It was among the first of its kind to be built in the Chicago area, and is the oldest standing windmill in Illinois.

Photo by Tom Haskell

Less than a half hour away, you can visit one of the most unique funeral homes in America. Things aren’t all grim at Ahlgrim & Sons Funeral Home (201 N Northwest Highway, Palatine), where you’ll find a 9-hole mini-golf course in the basement. Built in the 1960s by founder Roger Ahlgrim, the course is free to play and has delighted visitors for nearly six decades. With its macabre theme—fitting for its unusual setting—it draws mini-golf enthusiasts from far and wide, offering a playful twist to a place typically associated with somber occasions. Without a doubt, a visit to this funeral home will certainly putt a smile on your face.

After playing a round or two, buckle up for the longest stretch of continuous driving as you head south to visit the Kibbe Hancock Heritage Museum (306 Walnut St, Cathage), home of the Funeral History exhibit. This extensive collection, once housed within the Museum of Funeral Customs in Springfield, IL which closed in 2009, showcases the material culture and social history of the mortuary profession and American funeral traditions. The museum’s collection includes funeral paraphernalia from different cultures and times, examples of post-mortem photography, and a re-created 1920s embalming room.

Next up, head two hours southeast to Springfield, IL. As the home of former President Abraham Lincoln, Springfield offers a treasure trove of Lincoln history sites to explore including many related to his historic funeral. First up, head to Oak Ridge Cemetery (1500 Monument Ave) to visit Lincoln’s tomb. There is a fascinating history related to Lincoln’s gravesite that includes numerous grave robbing attempts and a secret effort to keep the locations of his remains a secret until a tomb could be built that was vandal-proof.

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Completed in 1874, the towering tomb features a central granite obelisk atop a mausoleum housing the president’s remains. Surrounding it are four bronze statues representing the military branches of the time—Infantry, Artillery, Cavalry, and Navy—with intricate stone bases. At the tomb’s base is a bronze bust of Lincoln, its nose polished to a golden shine by visitors who rub it for good luck, a tradition of unclear origin. Due to criminals attempting to steal his remains, Lincoln is buried in a vault ten feet below ground, contained in a wood box, wrapped in a steel cage, and covered over with Portland cement. The tomb draws thousands annually to Springfield to pay their respects to the Great Emancipator.

While visiting Oak Ridge, you can also visit Lincoln’s Receiving Vault. After Lincoln’s body visited the north via train and a funeral was held in Springfield, this tomb held the president’s remains for several months in 1865 before it was moved again several more times.

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Finally, before leaving Springfield, be sure to stop by the Lincoln Library and Museum (212 N 6th St). Here you can see artifacts from Lincoln, his family and Civil War. In June and July, the museum has a special exhibit with a replicate of Lincoln’s hearse on display. Owned by Staab Funeral Home, the impressive hearse was built for the Lincoln Funeral Re-enactment in 2015. We here at ASD had an opportunity to see it when it was at the 2015 NFDA Convention and it is pretty incredible to view in person.

A photo of the Lincoln Hearse Replica on display at the 2015 NFDA Convention

For your final stop in Illinois, drive 2 hours east to the sleepy town of Ashmore to visit the Witch Grave and Airtight bridge, two eerie sites with some unexplainable features. First, head to St. Omer Cemetery (St Omer Rd, Ashmore), a burial ground dedicated to the citizens of Omer, a ghost town that left behind an intriguing mystery. Located on the grounds of the cemetery is the Barnes monument which is curiously oriented in the opposite direction of the rest of the tombs. Even more curious is that the day of death listed for one of the four occupants, Caroline Barnes, could have never happened.  That engraved date—February 31, 1882—has led many to speculate that Caroline was a witch and the date was engraved as a means to keep her from ever been resurrected. The lore surrounding the monument has made it a frequent stop for ghost hunters and dark arts enthusiasts.

Before you leave Ashmore, head 6 miles down the road to visit another eerie spot: the Airtight Bridge (Airtight Road, Charleston, IL). According to locals, there is an unnatural stillness surrounding the bridge that makes it seem as though the wind does not blow when you are on it. In 1980, the gruesome discovery of a murder victim’s unidentifiable body added to the rumors of supernatural forces or curses that were connected to the bridge. While the murder was finally solved several decades later, the stories of strange phenomenon continue to surround the bridge.

 

Indiana

As you enter Indiana, take some time to pay your respects to Stiffy, the state’s most beloved Bulldog. According to legend, Stiffy was loyal dog that lived in Highlawn Cemetery after his owner died and was buried there in the 1920s. When he died years later, he was stuffed and given glass replicas for his eyes. Frequent cemetery visitors would visit the grave to see Stiffy’s eyes sparkle. Eventually, due to damage caused by vandals he was moved to the Vigo County Historical Society Museum (1411 S 6th St, Terre Haute) where visitors continue to visit the beloved pooch.

Next up, head 50 minutes northeast to Depauw University (602 S College Ave, Greencastle), home of a very fascinating exhibit. In the Julian Science and Mathematics Center, you can find all of the building blocks of our universe collected together in one incredible display. The Periodic Table Display shows what element looks like in its pure form along with examples of its uses. For those embalmers, who sometimes feel like mad scientists while mixing embalming fluids, this display highlights the science behind your craft.

From Green Castle, head 1-hour northeast to Indianapolis. This vibrant city, known as the crossroads of America, features many interesting sites for a mortician’s road trip. First, explore the beautiful grounds of Crown Hill Cemetery (700 38th St). Marvel at the iconic archway entrance, a grand introduction to this timeless landmark. Stroll among its remarkable monuments and mausoleums, each a tribute to lives well-lived and stories worth preserving. Don’t miss the crown jewel—Crown Hill Summit—which offers breathtaking views of the city skyline, providing a peaceful and picturesque setting that is both inspiring and unforgettable.

In this video, funeral director, Kari Northey, takes you on a tour of Crown Hill Cemetery.

Not to be missed are your next two stops, both of which remind one how visiting the past is easier than you might think. First, a visit to The Ruins (6363 Spring Mill Rd), a collection of preserved 19th century New York City skyscraper remains sitting in the middle of a public park. These stone figures, arches and columns stand as hauntingly beautiful remnants of a bygone era, blending history with nature in a way that feels both surreal and enchanting. Finally, before leaving the city, take a walk through the Market Street Catacombs, a network of subterranean passageways under the city that date back to 1880s when this area of the city functioned as a  public market. (Note, you will need to book a tour in advance to explore the catacombs).

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As you continue along your route heading east across Indiana, you can visit the beautiful and heartbreaking dollhouse graves for Vivian Mae Allison (1894-1899) and Lova Cline (1902-1908). Both of these dollhouses were built by parents for little girls who died much too young and they have remained remarkably well preserved over the years due to the efforts of their surviving family and then later, the surrounding community. Both include glass windows you can peer through to view the dollhouse’s intricately made furniture as well as personal trinkets and toys. There is something about this image that resonates emotionally even more than a 100 years later.  These dollhouse graves are not only lasting monuments to the child, but to the intense outpouring of grief from the parents.

First up is the grave of Lova Francis Cline who is buried in Arlington East Hill Cemetery (6350 US-52, Arlington). The dollhouse was built by a father for his little girl who was severely disabled but took pleasure in looking through the windows of the dollhouse. After her death, her father had the dollhouse placed upon her grave. About 25 miles east in Connersville City Cemetery (1301 N Grand Ave, Connersville), you will find the grave of Vivian Mae Allison whose tragic death deprived her parents of gifting her the dollhouse for Christmas that year. Since they did not have a chance to give it to her in life, they had the dollhouse placed upon her grave. It is believed due to the proximity of the gravesites, the family of Lova Cline was likely inspired by the story of Vivian’s dollhouse and were able to find some comfort in creating a similar memorial for their own child.

 

 

Ohio

As you bid farewell to the Hoosier state, take a moment to reflect on all the incredible sites you have visited as you prepare for seven new places to visit in Ohio. First up, stretch your legs in Fairborn as you peruse the bizarre wares at The Secret Chamber House of Oddities and Artwork (17 W Main St, Fairborn), a store filled with a treasure trove of macabre items. Next, pay a visit to the Miamisburg Mound (633 Mound Rd, Miamisburg), the largest ancient burial mound in Ohio. Built by the Adena people approximately 2,500 years ago, the mound is almost 70 feet tall and is virtually intact. You can even climb to the top via a concrete staircase.

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In Dayton, take some time to visit the grave of Johnny Morehouse in Woodland Cemetery (118 Woodland Ave), also know as the “Boy and Dog Grave”. The hauntingly beautiful monument depicts a small boy resting against a dog. The story behind the now famous monument is that Johnny died after falling into a river and the dog was unable to save to him despite vigorous attempts. After his burial, the dog remained at Johnny’s grave for weeks, and its heartbreaking loyalty was immortalized with a moving headstone that is frequented by visitors every day.

As you pass through the Columbus area, take some time to stretch your legs at the Bloch Cancer Survivors Plaza (2180 Olentangy River Rd). This moving park monument was created to encourage those diagnosed with cancer to never give up. Next up, head 40 minutes east to visit the remains of one of Ohio’s 19th century canals at the Lockville Ruins (6079 Pickerington Rd, Carroll). These lock ruins are part of a series of locks built along the old Canal path that was used to transport goods across the country before the creation of railways. Many locks were deconstructed but others remain preserved as vestiges of the past. These imposing stone walls are some of the oldest structures you will find in this area of Ohio and are an enduring monument to the state’s industrial heritage.

Next up, head southeast for about 90 minutes until you reach the riverside community of Marietta, OH. You’ll be paying a visit to your colleague in funeral service at Cawley and People’s Funeral Home (408 Front Street) as you explore the People’s Mortuary Museum. Explore vintage funeral vehicles like 19th century horse drawn carriages or the classic Packard vehicles (fun fact: one of the funeral home’s vehicles was used in the film, Get Low). There is also funeral furniture, caskets, old advertising signs, and mourning jewelry. Before leaving Marietta, don’t miss an opportunity to visit Mound Cemetery (514 Cutler St), a historic cemetery that was developed around the base of a prehistoric Adena burial mound.

For your next stop, do not pass go, do not collect $200, go directly to jail. Caldwell Historic Jail & Museum (419 West St), that is. Listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, this historic building dates back to 1882 and was used as both a jailhouse and the home for the local sheriff during that time. After you enjoy your time in the big house, head to the Bellaire Toy and Plastic Brick Museum (4597 Noble St, Bellaire) to check out some cool LEGOs. Yes, we realize that LEGOS are not technically tied to the funeral profession, but from our experiencing giving away funeral-themed Lego sets over the years, we know there are a lot of funeral directors out there who love em.

 

West Virginia and Pennsylvania

Just across the border lies our only stop in West Virginia: the Mount Wood Castle and Cemetery (53 Mount Wood Rd, Wheeling, WV). Also known as the Mount Wood Overlook, the castle’s ruins date back to the 1920s when this area boasted more millionaires per capita than anywhere else in the U.S. Construction of the castle was never completed, and the property has since fallen into disrepair. Despite being covered in graffiti, the ruins still retain a haunting beauty. Across the road from the castle, you’ll find the Mount Wood Cemetery, a historic resting place for many of Wheeling’s earliest residents. The cemetery features weathered grave markers dating back to the 1700s, some so eroded their inscriptions are no longer legible. Scattered across the steep hillsides are numerous sepulchers built directly into the earth, adding to the site’s unique and atmospheric charm.

Mt. Hood Cemetery in Wheeling, WV

Your last two stops on the fourth and final part of our Mortician’s Road Trip bring you to our home state of Pennsylvania. First, stop off in Washington, PA to visit the LeMoyne Crematory (S Main St), the site of the very first cremation in America. Next, head northeast toward Pittsburgh and stop on the way to visit the grave of Andy Warhol at St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Cemetery (1066 Connor Rd, Bethel Park). Here, visitors will often leave soup cans and other mementos as gifts at the famous Pop Art creator’s final resting place.

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In Pittsburgh, a visit to Allegheny Cemetery (4734 Butler St) is a must, one of the oldest rural cemeteries in the United States. Established in 1844, Allegheny Cemetery is a beautiful and historically significant spot, earning it the place as the last cemetery to visit on your mortician’s road trip. It features grand Victorian mausoleums, intricate statuary, and a variety of memorial styles. Funeral directors can appreciate the cemetery’s role in the rural cemetery movement and the peaceful, contemplative landscape.

 

Finish your road trip with a celebratory espresso or cocktail at The Abbey on Butler Street (4635 Butler Street), a beloved eatery housed in a building that was constructed as a brass foundry in 1913 and then used as a depression-era funeral parlor that served Pittsburgh residents until 2003. The 100-year-old property is just steps away from Allegheny Cemetery and offers a unique ambiance described as part European pub, part church with many of the funeral home’s features such as oak paneling and marble veneer beautifully restored to create a truly unique dining experience.

 


This completes the fourth and final installment of our Mortician’s Road Trip blog series. Be sure to check out  Part 1,  Part 2  and Part 3 of our series for a complete cross country travel itinerary that will take you to every region of the United States. We hope that you enjoyed reading the series as much as we have loved putting it together. Be sure to share with us if our series inspired your trip and if there are any sites we may have missed on our list. Happy travels everyone!

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