Cove Haven Cemetery
African-American cemeteries in Kentucky
Cove Haven Cemetery, established by Greenwood Cemetery and Realty Company and formerly known as Greenwood Cemetery, is a cemetery in Lexington, Kentucky. It was established in 1907 as a burial ground for African-Americans, including prominent community leaders. It was founded by a group of 14 formerly enslaved men. PBS affiliate KET aired a program on it. Hundreds of veteran are buried at the cemetery.
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Chiles Avenue, Lexington
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| Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|
| N 38.0649 ° | E -84.5088 ° |
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Chiles Avenue 717
40512 Lexington
Kentucky, United States
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