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Albany Rural Cemetery

Albany, New York 12204. A large garden cemetery overlooking the Hudson River, designed in the rural cemetery style.

Founded

1841

Size

260 acres

Estimated burials

120,000

Price tier

Luxury

Open now

Closed

Directory signals last refreshed February 15, 2026.

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Albany Rural Cemetery serves Albany, New York, as a private cemetery with roots dating back to 1841. A large garden cemetery overlooking the Hudson River, designed in the rural cemetery style. Current directory enrichment highlights burial, pre planning, cremation, columbarium alongside visitor amenities such as parking, benches, walking paths, chapel. Families typically encounter estimated burial pricing around $9,817.
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Weekday8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Weekend9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Holiday10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
OfficeMonday-Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

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burial
pre planning
cremation
columbarium
mausoleum
genealogy research
green burial
Amenities

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parking
benches
walking paths
chapel
restrooms
water stations
gazebo
Pricing

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Price tier: luxury

Burial cost: $9,817

Cremation cost: $1,394

Pre-planning: Available

Financing: Available

Source: Estimated from directory heuristics

Last checked: 2026-03-10

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Pet policy

not allowed

Nearby landmarks

Albany Historic DistrictAlbany City HallAlbany Riverfront

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How do I schedule a burial or committal at Albany Rural Cemetery?

Arrangements are generally coordinated through the cemetery office. Call ahead to confirm required documents, arrival windows, and whether chapel or committal shelter space must be reserved.

Does Albany Rural Cemetery offer cremation or columbarium options?

Albany Rural Cemetery lists cremation-related services in the directory, and families should confirm current niche, columbarium, or scattering-garden availability before visiting.

Can I research older burial records at Albany Rural Cemetery?

Albany Rural Cemetery has enough archival depth to support genealogy research, and the directory reflects either active digitized records or staff-assisted history lookups.

Are there visitor rules I should know before arriving at Albany Rural Cemetery?

Visitors should plan for respectful, daytime visits, follow posted rules for flowers and decorations, and confirm pet, photo, and service-hour policies before traveling.

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