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Community Events

January 11 - Birding with the Detroit Bird Alliance

Join the Detroit Bird Alliance and the Historic Elmwood Foundation for a birding walk at the cemetery. We will walk the grounds to identify the species we see throughout the cemetery and discuss bird migration, habitats and highlights of Elmwood's history. The tour begins at 8:30 a.m. Bring your own binoculars or Detroit Bird Alliance will have some on-hand to borrow. We will gather in the chapel following the walk for refreshments and discussion.

To register, visit the Detroit Bird Alliance's Eventbrite or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more details.

March 23 - Save the date! Tours return

Our popular monthly walking tour series returns in 2025! Save the date for our first tour of the season on Sunday, March 23 at 10 a.m. Learn about the history of our 180-year-old cemetery as you enjoy a guided walk around our beautiful grounds. Sign up for emails from Elmwood to make sure you are notified when registration opens later this month. 

Interested in volunteering for our tour program this year? Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 

May 1 - Summer hours begin

Extended hours for grounds access beginning May 1 are through September 15, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Or perhaps, you would like to enjoy Elmwood on your own or with a group of friends. Each year, we are visited by those who choose to picnic alongside our restored pond, run or bicycle on our roads, watch for the migration of birds in Michigan, photograph our unique memorials, walk along our beautiful grounds appreciating our outdoor sculpture garden, the perennials, and majestic trees, or simply contemplate this quiet setting in the heart of Detroit.

Cemetery Hours
Grounds Access
May 1 – September 15         7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Daily
September 16 – April 30       8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Daily

Office Hours
Weekdays       9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 
Saturdays       9:00 a.m. – noon
The office is closed on Sundays but the grounds are open.