Congressional Cemetery - John Philip Sousa’s gravesite

Congressional Cemetery, established in 1807, is a historic burial ground in Washington, D.C., that serves as the resting place for many members of Congress, government officials, and notable Americans. Composer John Philip Sousa (1854–1932) is interred there; his gravesite is a documented point of interest within the cemetery. The cemetery is administered as a nonprofit historic site and also contains memorials and conservation projects tied to the city’s civic history.