Mount Olivet Cemetery

Francis Scott Key—who penned "The Star Spangled Banner"—Barbara Fritchie, and the state's first governor, Thomas Johnson, rest in this cemetery, which dates to the 1850s. Tidy rows of graves (some inscribed to unknown children), pay tribute to Union and Confederate troops who perished in the battles of Antietam and Monocacy.

Posted on April 09, 2015. Brought to you by fodors.

Local history at your fingertips

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As cemeteries go Mt. Olivet is in a unique class of having hundreds of years of history on it's grounds. A worthwhile spot to visit with a local guide to tell the stories of those who are buried there.

Posted by Meloutoo on February 14, 2016. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

History Buff and Genealogists Heaven

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If you're into history - go here. If you're into genealogy research and you've got roots in Maryland... GO HERE. This cemetary has Francis Scott Key, a Civil War section, and other hidden gems. Wonderfully maintained and very serene. Worth the stop.

Posted by Mike S on January 16, 2016. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

Lovely grounds, location, great place to tour

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Went on a ghost tour walk and it was a great way to learn about the city's rich history. It's a beautiful cemetery and well maintained.

Posted by LaLex1111 on January 16, 2016. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

Impressive Memorial- "O Say Can You See

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This cemetery is an impressive and important stop to appreciate the history and sacrifice. Francis Scott Key's memorial and grave give a sense of joy and the many, many, civil war soldier's graves give a sense of the sacrifice. This cemetery truly tugs at all emotions. You can spend five minutes and hear the national anthem or hours wandering and...

Posted by RJourn on October 19, 2015. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

Side trip - Mt. Olivet Cemetery

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Stopped here on our way home from OC. The Francis Scott Key memorial was beautiful & gave us both goosebumps as we read the plaques & listened to the Star Spangled Banner play. The civil war graves lined in a row along with a mass grave of 400 unknowns is very unsettling. There are many other fascinating graves, you could...

Posted by snowflake32003 on September 06, 2015. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

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Posted on July 30, 2015. Brought to you by merchantcircle.

Mount Olivet Cemetery is located at 515 S Market St in Frederick and has been in the business of Real Property Subdividers And Developers, Cemetery Lots Only since 1852.

Posted on April 14, 2015. Brought to you by dandb.

Modern Perpetual Care Non-Sectarian Cemetery, Financing Available, Ample Plots Available for Many Years In The Future

Posted on January 18, 2015. Brought to you by merchantcircle.

Considered one of the most beautiful and distinguished burial grounds in the eastern section of the country, Mount Olivet Cemetery, open from dawn to dusk, contains the graves of Francis Scott Key, Barbara Fritchie, former Governor Thomas Johnson, and over 800 Confederate soldiers.

Posted on August 30, 2011. Brought to you by discoverourtown.