Necropolis Cemetery - Historic Places Days

Necropolis Cemetery

Toronto, Ontario
Type
Park/Landscape
Address
200 Winchester Street, Toronto, ON, Canada
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Opened in 1850, the Necropolis cemetery is a beautiful example of a Victorian-era park-like burial ground.  Containing the earthly remains of many historically significant Canadians, including George Brown and Thornton and Lucie Blackburn, it’s a picturesque setting for a quiet stroll.  Located in Toronto’s Cabbagetown, across the street from Riverdale Farm.

Amenities

  • Family-Friendly
  • Parking
  • Parkland

Location

200 Winchester Street, Toronto, ON, Canada
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