T-shirts are in stock! They will be available at restoration events or you can pay online or via check and we’ll ship them to you. Shirts are available in medium, large, and x-large for $16.00 each plus a… Read More
On June 8, 2016, Mount Moriah Cemetery was awarded the prestigious AIA Landmark Building Award for the Gatehouse. This award recognizes structures of architectural or historical significance. The Romanesque revival Gatehouse was designed by architect Stephen Decatur Button. This… Read More
Upcoming tours to be held at Mount Moriah: These events support by raising awareness and funds for our restoration efforts. Everyone is encouraged to attend an event! June 12 – Hidden City Tour (sold out!) June 18 –… Read More
In 1681, King Charles II granted land to William Penn in settlement of a debt owed to Penn’s father. The land, named Sylvania (Latin for woods), would later be renamed Pennsylvania to honor the senior Penn. In 1682,… Read More
Dear Friend of Mount Moriah Cemetery: WHAT A DIFFERENCE A YEAR MAKES!!! Goals were met and in some instances exceeded! The results of our ongoing efforts to restore and preserve historic Mount Moriah Cemetery with the help of… Read More
The Mount Moriah Cemetery Preservation Corporation has prepared a report detailing the work completed and ongoing since becoming Receiver of the cemetery in 2014. Download the report (PDF)
The Wreaths Across America ceremony starts promptly at noon. The event is held on the Yeadon side of the cemetery off of Cobbs Creek Parkway. Please consider sponsoring a wreath for our location: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/18667/Overview/
Leave a Comment
Last Updated: July 10, 2016 by admin
Buy a Friends T-Shirt and Support the Cemetery!
T-shirts are in stock! They will be available at restoration events or you can pay online or via check and we’ll ship them to you. Shirts are available in medium, large, and x-large for $16.00 each plus a… Read More
1 Comment
Posted: June 10, 2016 by admin
Mount Moriah Cemetery Awarded AIA Landmark Building Award
On June 8, 2016, Mount Moriah Cemetery was awarded the prestigious AIA Landmark Building Award for the Gatehouse. This award recognizes structures of architectural or historical significance. The Romanesque revival Gatehouse was designed by architect Stephen Decatur Button. This… Read More
Leave a Comment
Posted: June 2, 2016 by admin
Upcoming Tours at Mount Moriah
Upcoming tours to be held at Mount Moriah: These events support by raising awareness and funds for our restoration efforts. Everyone is encouraged to attend an event! June 12 – Hidden City Tour (sold out!) June 18 –… Read More
The First Baptist Church of Philadelphia – Section 112
3 Comments
Posted: March 22, 2016 by admin
In 1681, King Charles II granted land to William Penn in settlement of a debt owed to Penn’s father. The land, named Sylvania (Latin for woods), would later be renamed Pennsylvania to honor the senior Penn. In 1682,… Read More
Leave a Comment
Posted: March 4, 2016 by admin
5th Annual Civil War Trust Park Day – April 2, 2016
Leave a Comment
Last Updated: February 16, 2016 by admin
Save the Gatehouse Façade
Can you help the Friends of Mount Moriah Cemetery to save the iconic gatehouse from becoming a pile of rubble?
Leave a Comment
Posted: February 5, 2016 by admin
“Creatures of the Night” event at Mount Moriah
The Land Health Institute will be holding an evening event at the cemetery on February 24. Visit their website for more information and to register.
1 Comment
Last Updated: December 18, 2015 by admin
Year in Review
Dear Friend of Mount Moriah Cemetery: WHAT A DIFFERENCE A YEAR MAKES!!! Goals were met and in some instances exceeded! The results of our ongoing efforts to restore and preserve historic Mount Moriah Cemetery with the help of… Read More
1 Comment
Last Updated: November 23, 2015 by admin
Documentary Short Film: Mount Moriah Cemetery Preservation by Elevate Cinema
Documentary Short Film: Mount Moriah Cemetery Preservation from Elevate Cinema on Vimeo.
3 Comments
Posted: November 15, 2015 by admin
Update from the Mount Moriah Cemetery Preservation Corporation
The Mount Moriah Cemetery Preservation Corporation has prepared a report detailing the work completed and ongoing since becoming Receiver of the cemetery in 2014. Download the report (PDF)
Upcoming Events
Follow Us