At St. Charles Monuments, we take pride in providing headstones for individuals buried in Nassau County, Suffolk County, and Queens, including Flushing Cemetery. We help families fondly remember their loved ones by creating detailed memorials.
About Flushing Cemetery
Flushing Cemetery sits in Queens, NY, with easy access from major highways like the Clearview Expressway, the Long Island Expressway, and the Whitestone Expressway. Although it lies within an urban area, Flushing Cemetery offers a rural charm that creates a restful, calming atmosphere for visitors to reflect peacefully.
Over its 165 years as a burial site, the cemetery has steadily expanded. Citizens established it in 1853 by purchasing a 20-acre plot from the John Purchase farm and forming the Flushing Cemetery Association. Twenty-two years later, they acquired the 50-acre Whitehead Duryea farm and added it to the grounds.
Today, it covers more than 75 acres and remains an important community landmark. The large pavilion honors veterans who sacrificed in service and those who continue to serve. Beautiful courtyards, trees, and other landscaping celebrate Flushing’s legacy as a horticultural center since the late 1700s.
Non-Sectarian Cemetery
Flushing Cemetery welcomes people of all faiths for burial. The cemetery places no restrictions based on religious beliefs or family ties. Families may hold burial ceremonies from any religion.
Notable Burials
Notable graves include Louis Armstrong, the highly influential jazz musician known for his trumpet playing. His headstone features his famous nickname, “Satchmo.”
Bernard Baruch, the financier who inspired the name of Baruch College in New York City, also rests here. He advised several presidents, including Woodrow Wilson during and after WWI, FDR during WWII, and Harry S. Truman after WWII.
Burial Options
The Cemetery offers families several burial options. You can choose traditional grave plots for burials and cremated remains. They also provide chapel niches and outdoor niche locations in the Memorial Garden area. The staff is available to discuss all burial options with you.
Visiting Hours
Open daily from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, all year round.
Office Hours
Monday – Friday: 8:15 am – 4:15 pm
Saturday: 8:15 am – 1 pm
Closed on Sundays and holidays
