The Evergreen Memorial Cemetery founded in the early 1820's, is a historic cemetery nestled in the heart of Bloomington, IL. The 87 acre cemetery begins with a simple entrance, winding avenues, towering trees and an elaborate mausoleum. It is a wonderful example of preservation, culture and tradition in Central Illinois.
A few of theburied here are:
- Adlai Stevenson I - Vice President of the United States
- David Davis - Supreme Court Justice
- Charles "Old Hoss" Radbourne - 19th Century's greatest baseball pitcher
- Dorothy Gage - Dorothy Gage was the inspiration for Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz
- many others who made great contributions to our country.