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Riverview Cemetery

Wilmington, Delaware 19802. A public cemetery with views of the Brandywine Valley and diverse community burials.

Founded

1870

Size

50 acres

Estimated burials

22,000

Price tier

Moderate

Open now

Closed

Directory signals last refreshed March 15, 2026.

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Riverview Cemetery serves Wilmington, Delaware, as a public cemetery with roots dating back to 1870. A public cemetery with views of the Brandywine Valley and diverse community burials. 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 $5,447.
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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

Currently closed

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Services

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burial
pre planning
cremation
columbarium
flower delivery
monument sales
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: moderate

Burial cost: $5,447

Cremation cost: $2,536

Pre-planning: Available

Financing: Not listed

Source: Estimated from directory heuristics

Last checked: 2026-02-14

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Access guidance recommended

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Pet policy

not allowed

Nearby landmarks

Wilmington Historic DistrictWilmington City HallWilmington Riverfront

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How do I schedule a burial or committal at Riverview 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 Riverview Cemetery offer cremation or columbarium options?

Riverview 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 Riverview Cemetery?

Riverview 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 Riverview 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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