Life after death is assumed by those who have seen and heard some of the ghosts of Richmond, VA. Some claim the ghosts of past residents still reside in Richmond and surrounding areas. Hollywood Cemetery, resting place to both famous and infamous, notorious and beloved men women and children of all nationalities, is one of Richmond?s historic landmarks, rife with history and legendary tales of woe and heroism.
Are there ghosts roaming the gardens and grounds of the cemetery? The gravestones and monuments upon the rolling hills and tranquil lanes of Hollywood Cemetery offers visitors a history of the City of Richmond itself and even of prominent individuals and events in the history of the United States. From points within the Victorian-styled cemetery one is afforded breathtaking views of both the James River and the city skyline. What an idyllic setting for ghosts to roam at night.
Hollywood Cemetery, which takes its name from a grove of holly trees on the grounds, sold its first gravesite in 1849, but among those buried there are people born as early as 1700. Among the residents there are Confederate soldiers and former U.S. Presidents as well as ordinary citizens. Some will say that the ghosts of some buried there are still at large. Ghosts or not, the legends and folk tales and reports of encounters continue to the current day.
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