Collection: Washington Park Cemetery - Orlando
Washington Park Cemetery, located in Orlando, Florida, was established in 1919 as a resting place for the African American community during a time of segregation. Its founding reflected the challenges and resilience of Black communities in creating sacred spaces for honoring their loved ones. The cemetery's grounds, though modest in size, became a significant cultural and historical landmark for Orlando's African American residents.
As a non-denominational cemetery, Washington Park serves individuals from a variety of faiths, though its roots are deeply tied to the Christian traditions predominant in the community at the time of its establishment. Over the decades, it has borne witness to the evolving history of the area, and ongoing efforts by local advocates and descendants aim to preserve its legacy and maintain its grounds.
As a non-denominational cemetery, Washington Park serves individuals from a variety of faiths, though its roots are deeply tied to the Christian traditions predominant in the community at the time of its establishment. Over the decades, it has borne witness to the evolving history of the area, and ongoing efforts by local advocates and descendants aim to preserve its legacy and maintain its grounds.
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