Following the assassination of former President of the United States, James A. Garfield, the country came together, and with private funds, funded the building of a memorial in Cleveland Ohio’s beautiful Lake View Cemetery, located just east of downtown Cleveland. The cemetery, which is one of the country’s most beautiful and historical cemeteries also includes the graves of John D Rockefeller, as well as crime fighter Eliot Ness, and other notable celebrities, sports stars, government officials, war generals, politicians and men of business. But the cornerstone is the amazing tribute to the fallen 20th President of the United States –arguably the most beautiful memorial in existence built for a president.
Both President Garfield, as well as his wife, Lucretia Garfield lie in the crypt of the memorial, along with their daughter and son-in-law. The monument was dedicated in 1890, and was completely funded by private donations from the states and people he served as President. A must see when in Cleveland, but it’s only open during select seasons, so check availability and schedule before visiting.
