About Two Taverns Cemetery
Located In Gettysburg, PA
Established in 1877, our cemetery began when a pair of local families generously donated the land to create a sacred place for their community. For many years, it was known as Grace Lutheran Cemetery and served only church members and their families. In 2020, our funeral home assumed stewardship of the cemetery, opening it to the broader community and converting the former church building into a full-service funeral home.
Today, we are proud to offer one of the region’s few cemeteries that accommodates green burial, an eco-friendly option that allows the body to return naturally to the earth without embalming, vaults, or non-biodegradable materials. Our funeral home is experienced in guiding families through this meaningful choice and can coordinate green burial both here and at other natural burial grounds, including those in Frederick and Harrisburg.
We are unique in that we operate a funeral home and a green-burial-friendly cemetery on the same property, yet each serves the entire community without restriction.
- Our funeral home serves all cemeteries, not just our own.
- Our cemetery welcomes families working with any funeral home, not just ours.
We also honor veterans by offering free grave spaces, with only a 10% lot fee required.
As a Perpetual Care Cemetery, a portion of every lot sale is set aside to ensure the grounds are maintained for generations to come - preserving the dignity, beauty, and history of this special place.
Office Hours: Monday - Friday
9:00 am - 3:00pm Or By Appointment
Two Taverns Cemetery Wind Telephone
Two Taverns Cemetery is now home to a wind telephone. Wind phones are unconnected telephones that allow visitors to have a one-way conversation with deceased loved ones. These phones are all over the world, with the first one originating in Japan.
We were happy to introduce one to our cemetery. Our wind phone is in the very back, left corner of the cemetery. It is down a trail. Please use caution when on the trail, it is still a work in progress and there's some uneven ground. Please also watch for roots and other tripping hazards.
Green Burial Cemetery Spaces at Two Taverns Cemetery in Gettysburg, PA
We proudly offer dedicated green burial spaces at Two Taverns Cemetery, located right here in Gettysburg, PA. This serene and historic cemetery has been carefully designated to accommodate natural burials in accordance with green principles. These sections are maintained to encourage native plant growth, minimize environmental disturbance, and create a peaceful, natural resting place.
Green Burial Near Me
We are honored to serve families throughout Adams County, Pennsylvania—including Gettysburg and surrounding communities—with eco-conscious options at Two Taverns Cemetery. Our reach also extends into York County and Franklin County, PA, as well as Frederick County, Carroll County, and Washington County, Maryland. If you are searching for green burial services near you in these areas, our funeral home is here to help with trusted, compassionate care.
Our Caring Staff at Two Taverns Cemetery
Contact Us to Learn More
If you're exploring sustainable burial services in Gettysburg, PA, or are interested in securing a green burial plot at Two Taverns Cemetery, we invite you to
contact us. Our knowledgeable team is here to answer any questions and help you make informed choices about earth-friendly funeral planning. Call us or visit our funeral home to learn more about our green burial packages and available cemetery spaces.
