# Congressional Cemetery

Washington DC, United States

Founded in 1807, this 35-acre burial ground holds over 65,000 graves, from John Philip Sousa to J. Edgar Hoover. Its sandstone cenotaphs honor lost members of Congress, and dog walkers now keep it alive.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Congressional Cemetery, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 38.88139, -76.97778

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