Franklin Street Burying Grounds
Reconsecration
of the
Franklin Street
Burying Grounds
The first Jewish
Cemetery in Virginia
Founded 1791
Commemorating
the 300th anniversary
of the first permanent
Jewish settlement
in the United States
This memorial erected by
Congregation Beth Ahabah
Richmond, Virginia
Unveiling April 24, 1955
Rededication services
under auspices
Richmond Tercentenary Committee
of the
Richmond Jewish Community Council
Marker is at the intersection of East Franklin Street and North 21st Street, on the right when traveling east on East Franklin Street.
Courtesy hmdb.org
