Old Burying Ground
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the weathered tombstones date back to the early 1700s chronicle the heritage of Beaufort and the surrounding coast. Stories of military heroes, star-crossed lovers, privateers and noted Beaufort residents of all ages are featured under a protective canopy of live oaks. The earliest graves were marked with shells, brick, or wooden slabs, because stone markers had to be brought from afar by wooden sailing vessels. Characteristic of this period are vaulted graves bricked over in an attempt to protect them from high water and wild animals.
Self-guided tours with maps available at the Safrit Historical Center on the grounds of the Beaufort Historic Site.
The Old Burying Ground is open to the public until sundown.
Walk-Ins Welcome
Self-guided tours with maps available at the Safrit Historical Center on the grounds of the Beaufort Historic Site.
The Old Burying Ground is open to the public until sundown.
Images provided by Hungry Town Tours.
- Drive Time
- 6 min.
- Distance from Hotel
- 2.4 miles
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