Guided and Self Guided Tours
Walking Tours
The All Faiths Cemetery welcomes those who want to walk the grounds, visit gravesites, bird watch and enjoy the natural beauty of the park like setting of the Cemetery. The Cemetery Office will provide visitors with maps of the Cemetery upon request showing areas of historical importance and the gravesites of notable individuals. In instances where school groups and special interest groups are involved, an organized tour is available with a staff member of the Cemetery. The History of the Cemetery and its Memorial Architecture shall be explained along with our interred notables and their contributions to New York City and society as a whole.
Participants interested in taking photographs need to obtain permission from the Cemetery and must file a permit prior to their visit.
Student Groups and Groups having a Special Interest can arrange for a private tour of the Cemetery. Groups of ten or more can schedule a tour by calling the All Faiths Cemetery at (718) 821-1750. Tours are available during all times of the year and can be designed to meet the needs and interest of the group. A Donation of $ 5.00 per person is recommended. This donation goes to the “All Faiths Restoration and Beautification Program Inc. a Fully Tax Deductible 501 C3 Charity created to help restore, preserve and beautify our Historic Sites and Memorial Architecture.
WEEKEND TOURS
Sunday tours of the All Faiths Cemetery are available; Tours are approximately 2.5 hours long and about 2.0 miles in length. Tours begin at 2 p.m., unless determined otherwise. You must contact the main office at least 10 days before to schedule the tour at (718) 821-1750 or e-mail us at AllFaiths@NYC.RR.com Admission for this tour is a Donation of $ 10.00 for each Adult, $ 5.00 for Seniors (65 +) and $ 5.00 for Students, Children 6 or under are free.
RESERVATIONS for all tours are recommended.
SELF-GUIDED TOURS
For those wishing to simply wander about the All Faiths Cemetery and enjoy its Rolling Hills and Spectacular Vistas, maps are available in the main office. Visitors are also welcome to drive through the Cemetery. The speed limit is 5 MPH; Vehicles are to be parked along roadways and in designated parking areas. Restrooms are located in the main office. A photography permit must be filled out and filed with the Office should you plan to take photographs.
All Donations are for the All Faiths Restoration and Beautification Program Inc. a 501 C3 Charitable Corporation established in 2003.
FILM & PHOTOGRAPHY FEES
Rates as of January 2008
FILMING CHARGES:
Site Usage: Full Day (M-F 8 hrs.) $ 1,500.00
Half Day (M-F 4 hrs.) $ 1,000.00
Week (5 days M-Fri. 40 hrs.) $ 7,500.00
Weekends & Holidays (Per 8 hr. Day) $ 2,500.00
NOTE: Special Services and Rates are Available upon Request.
Security: All production crews are accompanied by security.
1 day (8.0 hrs.) $ 600
½ day (4.0 hrs.) $ 300
Week (5 days M-F 8.0 hrs. per day) $ 4,500.00
Weekends & Holidays (8.0 hrs.) $ 800
Overtime per hr. over 8 hrs. $ 75.00
Staging Areas: TBD
Southside Storage Facility & Bathroom approximately 200 S.F. unisex Bathroom.
1 Day (8 hrs.) $ 650
½ Day (4 hrs.) $ 325
Week (5 days M-F 8.0 hrs. per day) $ 3,000.00
Maintenance and Janitorial fees (if required) after Site Usage by Production Company (Per Hour) $ 45.00
NOTE: Any additional services regarding research and staff coordination, fees shall be based at a rate of $ 45.00 per hour unless otherwise determined.
A Certificate of Liability Insurance is required in ALL instances and must be provided at least 48 hours before filming naming the “All Faiths Cemetery” as additional Insured. Combined Aggregate insurance requirement is $ 2,000,000.00 minimum.
Certain Film, Photography and Television productions may be exempt from the above with an acceptable Charitable Donation to the All Faiths Restoration and Beautification Program Inc.
COLLEGE PROGRAMS
The All Faiths Cemetery has worked in the past with Columbia University students as well as students of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Their studies included Architecture, Art History, Sculpture, Memorial Design, Historic Preservation, Landscape Architecture, Construction Management, American and European Culture, Archival Records and American and European History along with other related fields.
Interested Colleges, Universities and Students should provide a project or thesis outline of their interest. Upon review, the students along with representatives of the College or University will be able to work within the Cemetery and access the Archives. On occasion, the student may be employed by the Cemetery on a temporary basis to assist him/her with the funding of their studies.
Interested parties should contact the All Faiths Cemetery by E-mail at AllFaiths@NYC.RR.com or AFRestoration@aol.com
Or in writing to:
The All Faiths Cemetery
67-29 Metropolitan Avenue,
Middle Village, NY 11379
Attn: V.P. of Administration