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Bohemian National Cemetery

Discover the rich history and artistry of Chicago's Bohemian National Cemetery, a testament to the city's Czech heritage and architectural storytelling.

Discover a wealth of stories told in stone and bronze at Bohemian National Cemetery.

Duration
2 hours
Site Type
Cemeteries
Location
Northside
Meet

5255 N. Pulaski Rd., inside the front gate

Since 1877, Bohemian National has remained the cemetery of choice for Chicago’s Bohemian and Czech immigrant communities. In this beautiful space, immigrants have vividly expressed their reverence with unique monuments featuring Bohemian art and symbols, designed by Bohemian artists and craftsmen. On this tour, experience a Chicago cemetery unlike any other.

Tour reviews

    • Bohemian National Cemetery is a unique cemetery established by free thinking immigrants from Bohemia. Experience what they established in this beautiful resting place.
      Mary Jo HoagCAC Docent
    • I’ve visited many cemeteries over time, but this one is truly different, interesting and wonderful. I loved hearing about, and seeing things, closely associated with the Bohemian experience in Chicago.
      Tour attendee
  • A photo of the Eastland disaster memorial

    Eastland disaster memorial

  • A photo of Anton Cermak's grave site

    Anton Cermak's grave site

  • A photo of the Chicago Cubs columbarium

    Chicago Cubs columbarium

  • A photo of the Death statue

    Death statue

  • A photo of the sculpture entitled A Mother's Sorrow.

    A Mother's Sorrow. Photo by Jo Ann Deasy.

  • A photo of stone building with a bell tower in the center.

    Photo by Richie Diesterheft, licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0.

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