Old Bergen Church Cemetery is one of the oldest cemeteries in New Jersey and the country, with graves dating back to the 1600s. The cemetery itself is very small (only 2 acres) and can be easily walked in a very short time. According to Google, It is open to the public 24/7 and is owned by Old Bergen Church. The cemetery is located on Highland Ave, across from Old Bergen Church.
A side view taken from the edge, showing how small the cemetery is.
To visit inside the cemetery, you must make an appointment with Old Bergen Church. You can give them a call at 201-433-1815 to do so. However, you can still see the cemetery in its entirety from outside on the sidewalk at any time.
If you are driving, the cemetery is accessible via exit 17A of I-280 East. There is street parking available nearby. Click here for more parking information:
If you are taking transit, the cemetery is accessible via the PATH train at Journal Square or buses at the Journal Square Bus Terminal. Until the new Secaucus-Jersey City NJ Transit train line opens, it is only accessible via NJ Transit trains through one of the following transfer stations going to Journal Square: New York Penn Station/33rd Street PATH or through Newark Penn Station NJ Transit/PATH.
Old Bergen Church Cemetery FAQ
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Where can I find guided tours of Old Bergen Church Cemetery?
Contact Old Bergen Cemetery to see if they offer guided tours at 201-433-1815.
Old Bergen Church Cemetery address and directions?
The cemetery is located on Highland Ave, across from Old Bergen Church. If you are driving, the cemetery is accessible via exit 17A of I-280 East.
If you are taking transit, the cemetery is accessible via the PATH train at Journal Square or buses at the Journal Square Bus Terminal. Until the new Secaucus-Jersey City NJ Transit train line opens, it is only accessible via NJ Transit trains through one of the following transfer stations going to Journal Square: New York Penn Station/33rd Street PATH or through Newark Penn Station NJ Transit/PATH.
What are the visiting hours for Old Bergen Church Cemetery?
Old Bergen Church Cemetery is open by appointment only. You can give them a call at 201-433-1815 to do so. However, you can still see the cemetery in its entirety from outside on the sidewalk at any time.
Is there a shuttle service that runs to Old Bergen Church Cemetery from nearby cities?
There is no free shuttle service that goes to Old Bergen Church Cemetery. It is accessible via the Journal Square PATH station and Journal Square bus terminal.
Floral delivery services that serve the Old Bergen Church Cemetery area?
Click here to see a list of local floral delivery services
What historic figures are buried at Old Bergen Church Cemetery?
According to NJCU’s guide, several of Bergen’s founding Dutch families including Brinkerhoff, Merseles, Newkirk, Sip, Van Houten, Van Reypen, Van Vorst, Van Wagenen, and Van Winkle. Revolutionary War patriot Jane Van Reypen Tuers and two pastors of the Dutch Reformed Church, the Rev. William Jackson and the Rev. John Cornelison are also buried there.
Is Old Bergen Church Cemetery accessible for wheelchairs?
There is nothing official from Old Bergen Church on if the cemetery has wheelchair access. Based on available information, it’s likely that there is no official wheelchair access because of the lack of a ramp in the entrance and unpaved pathways. However, the cemetery can still be viewed from the sidewalk outside and it’s also possible a portable ramp could get some kinds of wheelchairs over the staircase
Parking options near Old Bergen Church Cemetery?
There is street parking available nearby. Click here for more parking information:
Can I be buried in Old Bergen Church Cemetery?
No, the cemetery is closed and the last burial happened in 1945.
