The Bethesda African American Cemetery Coalition argues that since the land is a burial ground the sale of the land requires court approval if the land is to be used for another purpose.

Historic African-American cemetery 'neglected' and left in disrepair, running out of money. When walking around the cemetery, you’ll encounter knee-high grass, ...

The West Dublin Cemetery was one of the first African American cemeteries in the area, some tombstones date back to the 17th century. It’s been a safe place for members of the communities to lay ...

Old African American cemetery yields DNA links to 41,000 new ‘relatives’ DNA from 27 enslaved people buried near a Maryland iron forge was also tied to regions in Africa Updated August 4, 2023 ...

Scientists said Thursday that they have found more than 41,000 genetic "relatives" of 27 enslaved people who were buried in Maryland's Catoctin Furnace African American Cemetery about 220 years ago.